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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S28 CMWMOT history

S28 CMW is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 17 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 16 MOT tests, with 82,482 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Nov 2025.

S28 CMW grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
82,482 mi
At MOT on 10 Nov 2025
MOT tests
16
14 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,855 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 CMW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
17 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 CMW was last recorded at 82,482 miles on 10 Nov 2025, 1,800 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
80,682 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
1,800 miles
Average per year
3,855 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,482 miles
  • 2024 – 80,682 miles
  • 2023 – 78,560 miles
  • 2022 – 76,060 miles
  • 2021 – 73,081 miles
  • 2020 – 69,786 miles
  • 2019 – 66,501 miles
  • 2018 – 62,405 miles
  • 2017 – 58,209 miles
  • 2016 – 54,657 miles
  • 2015 – 50,423 miles
  • 2014 – 44,273 miles
  • 2013 – 37,558 miles
  • 2012 – 32,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,482 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable itemsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

16 tests since 5 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    82,482 miles
    Test number
    205952335147
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  2. Fail82,482 miles (+1,800)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,482 miles
    Test number
    243225594282
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  3. Pass80,682 miles (+2,122)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    80,682 miles
    Test number
    352546025048
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  4. Pass78,560 miles (+2,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    78,560 miles
    Test number
    646777151952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  5. Pass76,060 miles (+2,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    76,060 miles
    Test number
    107353264139
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  6. Pass73,081 miles (+3,295)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    73,081 miles
    Test number
    304535547390
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  7. Pass69,786 miles (+3,285)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    69,786 miles
    Test number
    751452325501
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  8. Pass66,501 miles (+4,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    66,501 miles
    Test number
    548825589224
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  9. Pass62,405 miles (+4,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    62,405 miles
    Test number
    171293482755
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some testable items

  10. Pass58,209 miles (+3,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    58,209 miles
    Test number
    241767559732
    • AdvisoryEngine and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  11. Pass54,657 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    762752474099
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  12. Fail54,657 miles (+4,234)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,657 miles
    Test number
    147393785630
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine covers fitted obscuring some testable items

  13. Pass50,423 miles (+6,150)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    50,423 miles
    Test number
    835883861840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,273 miles (+6,715)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    44,273 miles
    Test number
    508809604321
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass37,558 miles (+5,246)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    37,558 miles
    Test number
    355718603310
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteZERO EMISSIONS

  16. Pass32,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    32,312 miles
    Test number
    996880712327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 CMW

Does S28 CMW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 CMW is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S28 CMW?
The MOT on S28 CMW is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 CMW done?
S28 CMW was recorded at 82,482 miles at its MOT on 10 Nov 2025, an average of 3,855 miles a year.
Has S28 CMW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 CMW has failed 2 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S28 CMW 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 S28 CMW find?
S28 CMW passed its latest MOT on 10 Nov 2025 with 2 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; engine cover and underbody covers fitted obscuring some testable items.

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