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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

S19 WARMOT history

S19 WAR is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Sept 2015. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 8 of 10 MOT tests, with 110,790 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

S19 WAR black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
110,790 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
10
8 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,321 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S19 WAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
1 Sept 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S19 WAR was last recorded at 110,790 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 6,521 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,269 miles · 28 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
6,521 miles
Average per year
10,321 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,790 miles
  • 2025 – 104,269 miles
  • 2024 – 94,483 miles
  • 2023 – 84,119 miles
  • 2021 – 68,814 miles
  • 2020 – 60,430 miles
  • 2019 – 47,543 miles
  • 2018 – 30,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,790 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Nearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

10 tests since 14 Jun 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,790 miles (+6,521)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    110,790 miles
    Test number
    443669709376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass104,269 miles (+9,786)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,269 miles
    Test number
    945846821564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass94,483 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    94,483 miles
    Test number
    770298176230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Fail94,481 miles (+10,362)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,481 miles
    Test number
    903847185263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass84,119 miles (+28)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    84,119 miles
    Test number
    214624775992
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail84,091 miles (+15,277)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,091 miles
    Test number
    372846335269
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass68,814 miles (+8,384)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    68,814 miles
    Test number
    361304955316
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Close to wear sensors (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Nearside and offside

  8. Pass60,430 miles (+12,887)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    60,430 miles
    Test number
    356880809674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass47,543 miles (+16,804)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    47,543 miles
    Test number
    969715434934
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear both rear tyres very slightly run off on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitter & engine cover

  10. Pass30,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    30,739 miles
    Test number
    885805320094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S19 WAR

Does S19 WAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S19 WAR is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S19 WAR?
The MOT on S19 WAR is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S19 WAR done?
S19 WAR was recorded at 110,790 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 10,321 miles a year.
Has S19 WAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S19 WAR has failed 2 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on S19 WAR ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on S19 WAR find?
S19 WAR passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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