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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S23 KSSMOT history

S23 KSS is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 117,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2026.

S23 KSS blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
117,785 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,782 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S23 KSS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S23 KSS was last recorded at 117,785 miles on 29 Jul 2026, 3,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
114,519 miles · 14 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,266 miles
Average per year
5,782 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,785 miles
  • 2025 – 114,519 miles
  • 2024 – 102,034 miles
  • 2023 – 90,478 miles
  • 2021 – 87,395 miles
  • 2020 – 85,971 miles
  • 2019 – 78,569 miles
  • 2018 – 73,960 miles
  • 2017 – 69,286 miles
  • 2016 – 64,844 miles
  • 2015 – 58,628 miles
  • 2014 – 45,503 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,785 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Under trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,785 miles (+3,266)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    117,785 miles
    Test number
    429267225849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass114,519 miles (+12,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    114,519 miles
    Test number
    809134004841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass102,034 miles (+11,556)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    102,034 miles
    Test number
    916121798871
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass90,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,478 miles
    Test number
    373050549411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail90,478 miles (+3,083)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,478 miles
    Test number
    684879095073
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))

  6. Pass87,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    87,395 miles
    Test number
    699310381251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail87,592 miles (+1,621)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,592 miles
    Test number
    217628541167
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,971 miles (+2,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    85,971 miles
    Test number
    962780116831
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass83,400 miles (+4,831)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    83,400 miles
    Test number
    604325618322
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225/55/R17 (Y) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  10. Pass78,569 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    78,569 miles
    Test number
    649355553807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail78,567 miles (+4,607)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,567 miles
    Test number
    728565733035
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass73,960 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    73,960 miles
    Test number
    722018721985
    • AdvisoryEngine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  13. Fail73,960 miles (+4,674)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,960 miles
    Test number
    797158132720
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryEngine/Battery cover fitted obstructing some component to be tested
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted obstructing some component to be tested
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some component to be tested

  14. Pass69,286 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    69,286 miles
    Test number
    701019933250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail69,286 miles (+4,442)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,286 miles
    Test number
    225984118969
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  16. Pass64,844 miles (+6,216)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,844 miles
    Test number
    776614601659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass58,628 miles (+13,125)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,628 miles
    Test number
    109254615083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,503 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,503 miles
    Test number
    337477624076
    • NoteBoth front tyres outer edges worn

Questions about S23 KSS

Does S23 KSS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S23 KSS is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S23 KSS?
The MOT on S23 KSS is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S23 KSS done?
S23 KSS was recorded at 117,785 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2026, an average of 5,782 miles a year.
Has S23 KSS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S23 KSS has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on S23 KSS 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 S23 KSS find?
S23 KSS passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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