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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S4 OBNMOT history

S4 OBN is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 12 Dec 2016. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 164,779 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
164,779 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
18,104 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S4 OBN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
12 Dec 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S4 OBN was last recorded at 164,779 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 16,715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
148,064 miles · 10 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
16,715 miles
Average per year
18,104 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,779 miles
  • 2025 – 148,064 miles
  • 2024 – 132,823 miles
  • 2023 – 124,652 miles
  • 2022 – 93,767 miles
  • 2021 – 55,246 miles
  • 2020 – 51,413 miles
  • 2019 – 46,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,779 miles
  • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Near side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

8 tests since 26 Jul 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,779 miles (+16,715)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    164,779 miles
    Test number
    112228014810
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Near side front (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Front pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Front brakes (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass148,064 miles (+15,241)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    148,064 miles
    Test number
    184135289557
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All discs front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin Rear pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. Pass132,823 miles (+8,171)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,823 miles
    Test number
    808275058580

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,652 miles (+30,885)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    124,652 miles
    Test number
    769453418225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,767 miles (+38,521)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    93,767 miles
    Test number
    731797543747
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray and engine cover fitted

  6. Pass55,246 miles (+3,833)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    55,246 miles
    Test number
    464492985401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass51,413 miles (+4,649)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    51,413 miles
    Test number
    182213345568
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass46,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    46,764 miles
    Test number
    430212763314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S4 OBN

Does S4 OBN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S4 OBN is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S4 OBN?
The MOT on S4 OBN is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S4 OBN done?
S4 OBN was recorded at 164,779 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 18,104 miles a year.
Has S4 OBN ever failed its MOT?
No. S4 OBN has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S4 OBN 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 S4 OBN find?
S4 OBN passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt near side front; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front discs; brake pad(s) wearing thin front pads, and 4 more.

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