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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

S80 NUOMOT history

S80 NUO is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 89,812 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,812 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S80 NUO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
1 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S80 NUO was last recorded at 89,812 miles on 15 Jan 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,763 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
5,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,812 miles
  • 2025 – 81,846 miles
  • 2024 – 73,155 miles
  • 2023 – 72,653 miles
  • 2022 – 69,515 miles
  • 2021 – 64,566 miles
  • 2020 – 61,967 miles
  • 2019 – 56,332 miles
  • 2018 – 50,235 miles
  • 2017 – 45,071 miles
  • 2016 – 36,883 miles
  • 2015 – 29,112 miles
  • 2014 – 20,381 miles
  • 2013 – 16,041 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,812 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Engine covering & under-tray hinders view to some testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front tyres are unevenly worn, n/s greatly on outer band & close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,812 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    794901741848
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail89,763 miles (+7,917)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,763 miles
    Test number
    596957763515
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass81,846 miles (+8,691)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    81,846 miles
    Test number
    111708187796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass73,155 miles (+502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    73,155 miles
    Test number
    563717307201
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass72,653 miles (+3,138)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    72,653 miles
    Test number
    274398119642
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Close to Tread Wear Indicators (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff has Seepage (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass69,515 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,515 miles
    Test number
    407651735602
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail69,513 miles (+4,947)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,513 miles
    Test number
    384431233434
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass64,566 miles (+2,599)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    64,566 miles
    Test number
    794654347445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass61,967 miles (+5,635)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    61,967 miles
    Test number
    741099174088
    • AdvisoryRear diff/housing leaking
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  10. Pass56,332 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    56,332 miles
    Test number
    471502488425
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear dif leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Fail56,328 miles (+6,093)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,328 miles
    Test number
    819271350651
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive Rear dif leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass50,235 miles (+5,164)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    50,235 miles
    Test number
    392384164756
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted to the vehicle restricting the view of some testable items
  13. Pass45,071 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,071 miles
    Test number
    490988047919
    • AdvisoryEngine covering & under-tray hinders view to some testable items
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are unevenly worn, n/s greatly on outer band & close to limit
  14. Fail45,061 miles (+8,178)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    510295400475
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryEngine covering & under-tray hinders view to some testable items
    • AdvisoryFront tyres are unevenly worn, n/s greatly on outer band & close to limit
  15. Pass36,883 miles (+7,771)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    36,883 miles
    Test number
    979134895050
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisorySmall object in N/S/R tyre
  16. Pass29,112 miles (+8,731)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    29,112 miles
    Test number
    335630355078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass20,381 miles (+4,340)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,381 miles
    Test number
    105609654020
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Pass16,041 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    16,041 miles
    Test number
    568558963223
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteTrigger point not met

Questions about S80 NUO

Does S80 NUO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S80 NUO is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S80 NUO?
The MOT on S80 NUO is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S80 NUO done?
S80 NUO was recorded at 89,812 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2026, an average of 5,994 miles a year.
Has S80 NUO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S80 NUO has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on S80 NUO 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 S80 NUO find?
S80 NUO passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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