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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S34 JDMMOT history

S34 JDM is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

S34 JDM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
152,011 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S34 JDM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S34 JDM was last recorded at 152,011 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 5,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,037 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,974 miles
Average per year
7,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,011 miles
  • 2025 – 146,037 miles
  • 2024 – 141,325 miles
  • 2023 – 134,846 miles
  • 2022 – 133,500 miles
  • 2021 – 126,104 miles
  • 2020 – 117,228 miles
  • 2019 – 112,386 miles
  • 2018 – 105,132 miles
  • 2017 – 98,339 miles
  • 2016 – 90,900 miles
  • 2015 – 82,113 miles
  • 2014 – 74,786 miles
  • 2013 – 67,874 miles
  • 2012 – 54,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,011 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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Handbrake travel getting high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 20 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,011 miles (+5,974)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    152,011 miles
    Test number
    686166346954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,037 miles (+4,712)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    146,037 miles
    Test number
    695803610617
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass141,325 miles (+6,479)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    141,325 miles
    Test number
    333971332761
    • MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view area A (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass134,846 miles (+1,346)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    134,846 miles
    Test number
    694160338233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,500 miles (+7,396)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    133,500 miles
    Test number
    561421630868
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Reversing lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.6.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryLittle reserve travel left on handbrake lever
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  6. Pass126,104 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,104 miles
    Test number
    806287846225
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel getting high
  7. Fail126,104 miles (+8,876)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,104 miles
    Test number
    449447598123
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel getting high
  8. Pass117,228 miles (+4,842)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    117,228 miles
    Test number
    422780306712
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  9. Pass112,386 miles (+7,254)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,386 miles
    Test number
    658500013518
    • AdvisoryOffside Front vin plate damaged on door pillar
  10. Pass105,132 miles (+6,793)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    105,132 miles
    Test number
    269086834156
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass98,339 miles (+7,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    98,339 miles
    Test number
    221391841566
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both on limits and inner edges worn (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass90,900 miles (+8,787)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    90,900 miles
    Test number
    334786403011
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass82,113 miles (+7,327)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    82,113 miles
    Test number
    714343173832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass74,786 miles (+6,912)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    688037314354
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass67,874 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    67,874 miles
    Test number
    125253523305
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Fail67,874 miles (+381)1 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,874 miles
    Test number
    726423323309
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass67,493 miles (+13,434)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,493 miles
    Test number
    306595283225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    54,059 miles
    Test number
    415134792240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S34 JDM

Does S34 JDM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S34 JDM is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S34 JDM?
The MOT on S34 JDM is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S34 JDM done?
S34 JDM was recorded at 152,011 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 7,404 miles a year.
Has S34 JDM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S34 JDM has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on S34 JDM 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 S34 JDM find?
S34 JDM passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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