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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S26 BNDMOT history

S26 BND is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 19 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 175,668 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S26 BND white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
175,668 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S26 BND
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
19 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S26 BND was last recorded at 175,668 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 6,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,747 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,921 miles
Average per year
13,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,668 miles
  • 2025 – 168,747 miles
  • 2024 – 158,372 miles
  • 2023 – 149,986 miles
  • 2022 – 139,413 miles
  • 2021 – 121,133 miles
  • 2020 – 99,745 miles
  • 2019 – 79,453 miles
  • 2017 – 60,541 miles
  • 2015 – 31,446 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,668 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 1 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,668 miles (+6,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    175,668 miles
    Test number
    576110168999
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass168,747 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    168,747 miles
    Test number
    453260849614
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops brocken &not supporting shocker dust cover

  3. Fail168,747 miles (+10,375)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,747 miles
    Test number
    670367782862
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Body component insecure cover rubbing on tyre (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension bump stops brocken &not supporting shocker dust cover

  4. Pass158,372 miles (+8,386)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,372 miles
    Test number
    510721663690
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass149,986 miles (+10,573)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    149,986 miles
    Test number
    682850685842
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass139,413 miles (+18,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,413 miles
    Test number
    922338711462
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops brocken not supporting shocker dust cover

  7. Pass121,133 miles (+21,388)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    121,133 miles
    Test number
    231442171698
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on the 1.6mm limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on brake pads outer are ok
    • AdvisoryWheels has kurb damage

  8. Pass99,745 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    99,745 miles
    Test number
    490755717379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail99,742 miles (+20,289)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,742 miles
    Test number
    638237414493
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass79,453 miles (+18,912)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    79,453 miles
    Test number
    652855142327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass60,541 miles (+11,577)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    60,541 miles
    Test number
    223824500176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass48,964 miles (+17,518)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,964 miles
    Test number
    916510161262
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear and worn on inner edges (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass31,446 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    31,446 miles
    Test number
    656802555161
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S26 BND

Does S26 BND currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S26 BND is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S26 BND?
The MOT on S26 BND is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S26 BND done?
S26 BND was recorded at 175,668 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 13,510 miles a year.
Has S26 BND ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S26 BND has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S26 BND 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 S26 BND find?
S26 BND passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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