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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S40 AWBMOT history

S40 AWB is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,381 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
168,381 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 AWB
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
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 AWB was last recorded at 168,381 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 37 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,344 miles · 18 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
37 miles
Average per year
7,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,381 miles
  • 2025 – 162,321 miles
  • 2024 – 155,025 miles
  • 2023 – 145,633 miles
  • 2022 – 136,469 miles
  • 2021 – 127,830 miles
  • 2020 – 120,053 miles
  • 2019 – 115,534 miles
  • 2018 – 109,031 miles
  • 2017 – 102,756 miles
  • 2016 – 97,032 miles
  • 2015 – 90,456 miles
  • 2014 – 84,342 miles
  • 2013 – 76,865 miles
  • 2012 – 58,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,381 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable componentsRecorded at 4 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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,381 miles (+37)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    168,381 miles
    Test number
    118832623152
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable components

  2. Fail168,344 miles (+6,023)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,344 miles
    Test number
    372488888103
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable components

  3. Pass162,321 miles (+7,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    162,321 miles
    Test number
    824934367853
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,025 miles (+9,392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    155,025 miles
    Test number
    798299091695
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass145,633 miles (+9,164)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    145,633 miles
    Test number
    946350878970
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable components

  6. Pass136,469 miles (+8,639)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    136,469 miles
    Test number
    917458777830
    • 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))

  7. Pass127,830 miles (+7,777)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    127,830 miles
    Test number
    580767128875
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some testable components

  8. Pass120,053 miles (+4,519)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    120,053 miles
    Test number
    183699799027
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inside edge worn and damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outside edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine bay trims fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass115,534 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,534 miles
    Test number
    823639077900
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail115,534 miles (+6,503)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,534 miles
    Test number
    508952565364
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass109,031 miles (+6,275)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    109,031 miles
    Test number
    351496363729
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass102,756 miles (+5,724)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    102,756 miles
    Test number
    757389168167
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass97,032 miles (+6,576)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    97,032 miles
    Test number
    186754752458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,456 miles (+6,114)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    90,456 miles
    Test number
    130940634152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass84,342 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    376130564289
    • NoteFront inner pads very worn

  16. Fail84,342 miles (+7,477)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,342 miles
    Test number
    186386654216
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteFront inner pads very worn

  17. Pass76,865 miles (+18,261)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    76,865 miles
    Test number
    609691043239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass58,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,604 miles
    Test number
    166895562208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail58,604 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,604 miles
    Test number
    948935962236
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

Questions about S40 AWB

Does S40 AWB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 AWB is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 AWB?
The MOT on S40 AWB is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 AWB done?
S40 AWB was recorded at 168,381 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 7,842 miles a year.
Has S40 AWB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 AWB has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 AWB 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 S40 AWB find?
S40 AWB passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; covers fitted obscuring some testable components.

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