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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S30 VLJMOT history

S30 VLJ is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 7 Jun 2016. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 62,882 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 May 2026.

S30 VLJ silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
62,882 mi
At MOT on 27 May 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
6,550 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 VLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
7 Jun 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
27 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 VLJ was last recorded at 62,882 miles on 27 May 2026, 3,259 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
59,623 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,259 miles
Average per year
6,550 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,882 miles
  • 2025 – 59,623 miles
  • 2024 – 54,640 miles
  • 2023 – 47,164 miles
  • 2022 – 41,762 miles
  • 2021 – 30,992 miles
  • 2020 – 23,078 miles
  • 2019 – 16,957 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,882 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

8 tests since 23 May 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,882 miles (+3,259)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    62,882 miles
    Test number
    514878938467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass59,623 miles (+4,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    59,623 miles
    Test number
    870782390091
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass54,640 miles (+7,476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    54,640 miles
    Test number
    343715229459
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass47,164 miles (+5,402)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    47,164 miles
    Test number
    560744899444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass41,762 miles (+10,770)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    41,762 miles
    Test number
    700271479175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass30,992 miles (+7,914)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    30,992 miles
    Test number
    961332411644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass23,078 miles (+6,121)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    23,078 miles
    Test number
    542499095135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass16,957 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    16,957 miles
    Test number
    216370469677
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Slight wear on outer edge

Questions about S30 VLJ

Does S30 VLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S30 VLJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S30 VLJ?
The MOT on S30 VLJ is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S30 VLJ done?
S30 VLJ was recorded at 62,882 miles at its MOT on 27 May 2026, an average of 6,550 miles a year.
Has S30 VLJ ever failed its MOT?
No. S30 VLJ has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S30 VLJ 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 S30 VLJ find?
S30 VLJ passed its latest MOT on 27 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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