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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S40 RNJMOT history

S40 RNJ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 146,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
146,740 mi
At MOT on 1 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,042 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 RNJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 RNJ was last recorded at 146,740 miles on 1 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Jul 2026: 146,740 miles, lower than 146,753 miles on 30 Jun 2026.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
146,753 miles · 30 Jun 2026
Average per year
7,042 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 146,740 miles
  • 2025 – 133,899 miles
  • 2024 – 119,989 miles
  • 2023 – 110,113 miles
  • 2022 – 105,864 miles
  • 2021 – 101,472 miles
  • 2020 – 98,260 miles
  • 2019 – 92,544 miles
  • 2018 – 86,798 miles
  • 2017 – 81,683 miles
  • 2016 – 76,165 miles
  • 2015 – 67,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,740 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,740 miles (-13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    146,740 miles
    Test number
    746297888638
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail146,753 miles (+12,854)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,753 miles
    Test number
    832922686923
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass133,899 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    567746977976
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail133,899 miles (+13,910)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,899 miles
    Test number
    319539564670
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass119,989 miles (+9,876)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    119,989 miles
    Test number
    850544988399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,113 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    110,113 miles
    Test number
    460019697765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass105,864 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    105,864 miles
    Test number
    446810024643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail105,858 miles (+4,386)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,858 miles
    Test number
    376951124833
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass101,472 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    101,472 miles
    Test number
    280531091788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail101,467 miles (+3,207)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,467 miles
    Test number
    761958110134
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass98,260 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    537442518029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,260 miles (+5,716)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,260 miles
    Test number
    281288601073
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  13. Pass92,544 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    773936369155
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Fail92,544 miles (+5,746)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,544 miles
    Test number
    445273215290
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  15. Pass86,798 miles (+5,115)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    86,798 miles
    Test number
    742540918477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55R17 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass81,683 miles (+5,518)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    81,683 miles
    Test number
    399775323365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,165 miles (+8,718)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,165 miles
    Test number
    307904490318
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 225/55/17 rf (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass67,447 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    67,447 miles
    Test number
    618187085000
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S40 RNJ

Does S40 RNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 RNJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 RNJ?
The MOT on S40 RNJ is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 RNJ done?
S40 RNJ was recorded at 146,740 miles at its MOT on 1 Jul 2026, an average of 7,042 miles a year.
Has S40 RNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 RNJ has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S40 RNJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Jul 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S40 RNJ find?
S40 RNJ passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement central n/s and o/s; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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