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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S28 RJFMOT history

S28 RJF is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Apr 2011. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 21 MOT tests, with 86,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

S28 RJF white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
86,712 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
13 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 RJF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
15 Apr 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 RJF was last recorded at 86,712 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,712 miles · 3 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,712 miles
  • 2025 – 83,861 miles
  • 2024 – 80,080 miles
  • 2023 – 76,773 miles
  • 2022 – 73,888 miles
  • 2021 – 68,663 miles
  • 2020 – 65,271 miles
  • 2019 – 59,062 miles
  • 2018 – 52,180 miles
  • 2017 – 44,644 miles
  • 2016 – 36,650 miles
  • 2015 – 29,224 miles
  • 2014 – 22,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,712 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.

  • Engine bay covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 8 Apr 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,712 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    618851412015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail86,712 miles (+2,851)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,712 miles
    Test number
    339931970864
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass83,861 miles (+3,781)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    83,861 miles
    Test number
    901902583694
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass80,080 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    80,080 miles
    Test number
    573925553055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail80,080 miles (+3,307)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,080 miles
    Test number
    643173982755
    • Repaired at testBonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))

  6. Pass76,773 miles (+2,885)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,773 miles
    Test number
    797130443941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass73,888 miles (+520)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    73,888 miles
    Test number
    993953769541
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail73,368 miles (+4,705)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,368 miles
    Test number
    260591075322
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass68,663 miles (+3,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    68,663 miles
    Test number
    377024587928
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass65,271 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    65,271 miles
    Test number
    825125816318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail65,270 miles (+6,208)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,270 miles
    Test number
    627482308264
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass59,062 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    59,062 miles
    Test number
    737202788491
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  13. Fail59,062 miles (+6,882)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,062 miles
    Test number
    545243543720
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass52,180 miles (+36)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    52,180 miles
    Test number
    653453283849
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  15. Fail52,144 miles (+7,500)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,144 miles
    Test number
    295092922181
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under trays fitted

  16. Pass44,644 miles (+7,994)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    44,644 miles
    Test number
    354392528773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass36,650 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    883694461311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,650 miles (+7,426)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,650 miles
    Test number
    638959370701
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower rea arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint lower rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass29,224 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,224 miles
    Test number
    796001705162
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge almost to cords

  20. Fail29,218 miles (+6,509)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,218 miles
    Test number
    436234595023
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge almost to cords

  21. Pass22,709 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    22,709 miles
    Test number
    366018994039
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S28 RJF

Does S28 RJF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 RJF is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 RJF?
The MOT on S28 RJF is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 RJF done?
S28 RJF was recorded at 86,712 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 5,374 miles a year.
Has S28 RJF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 RJF has failed 8 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 RJF 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 RJF find?
S28 RJF passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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