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BMW 520

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

S85 EDPMOT history

S85 EDP is a green petrol BMW 520 first used on 3 Feb 1999. Its MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022 and it has passed 15 of 24 MOT tests, with 122,530 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2022.

S85 EDP green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jan 2022
Mileage
122,530 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2022
MOT tests
24
15 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,220 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S85 EDP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
3 Feb 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jan 2022
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

S85 EDP was last recorded at 122,530 miles on 5 Jan 2022, 2,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jan 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 30 Jun 2015: 95,988 miles, lower than 95,989 miles on 28 Aug 2014.
  • 3 Jul 2015: 55,569 miles, lower than 95,988 miles on 30 Jun 2015.
  • 29 Jun 2017: 96,004 miles, lower than 96,020 miles on 28 Jun 2016.

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
120,266 miles · 5 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
2,264 miles
Average per year
2,220 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,530 miles
  • 2021 – 120,266 miles
  • 2019 – 109,880 miles
  • 2018 – 102,823 miles
  • 2017 – 96,020 miles
  • 2016 – 96,020 miles
  • 2015 – 55,569 miles
  • 2014 – 95,989 miles
  • 2013 – 95,983 miles
  • 2012 – 95,960 miles
  • 2011 – 95,874 miles
  • 2010 – 95,621 miles
  • 2009 – 95,008 miles
  • 2008 – 94,210 miles
  • 2007 – 91,760 miles
  • 2006 – 87,592 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail122,530 miles
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

24 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail122,530 miles (+2,264)7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,530 miles
    Test number
    544301357686
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting cill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Boot floor (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass120,266 miles (+10,386)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,266 miles
    Test number
    973924694599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass109,880 miles (+7,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,880 miles
    Test number
    829676636506
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass102,823 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    360527132672
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail102,823 miles (+6,803)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,823 miles
    Test number
    391819044544
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,020 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    96,020 miles
    Test number
    529961848426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail96,004 miles (-16)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,004 miles
    Test number
    747256460566
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  8. Pass96,020 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    96,020 miles
    Test number
    992748272659
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Fail96,004 miles (+40,435)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,004 miles
    Test number
    967152979261
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Pass55,569 miles (-40,419)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,569 miles
    Test number
    355444685190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,988 miles (-1)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,988 miles
    Test number
    168171285115
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass95,989 miles (+6)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    95,989 miles
    Test number
    648550644259
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHeadlight reflectors worn
    • NoteO/s door mirror outer cover missing

  13. Pass95,983 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    95,983 miles
    Test number
    359683833497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass95,960 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    95,960 miles
    Test number
    799111842213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Fail95,960 miles (+86)2 failures2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,960 miles
    Test number
    198861442287
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass95,874 miles (+253)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    95,874 miles
    Test number
    359865201180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,621 miles (+613)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    95,621 miles
    Test number
    310859000114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail95,008 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,008 miles
    Test number
    464566509100
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass95,008 miles (+798)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    95,008 miles
    Test number
    823226409176
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass94,210 miles (+2,450)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    94,210 miles
    Test number
    512828108102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,760 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,760 miles
    Test number
    281797107187
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  22. Pass91,760 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    91,760 miles
    Test number
    410767407110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail87,592 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,592 miles
    Test number
    570802206127
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass87,592 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    87,592 miles
    Test number
    804922306163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S85 EDP

Does S85 EDP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S85 EDP expired on 5 Jan 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S85 EDP?
The MOT on S85 EDP expired on 5 Jan 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S85 EDP done?
S85 EDP was recorded at 122,530 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2022, an average of 2,220 miles a year.
Has S85 EDP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S85 EDP has failed 9 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S85 EDP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 30 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S85 EDP find?
S85 EDP failed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2022 with 7 major defects and 3 advisories: headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect; nearside front steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint excessively worn, and 7 more.

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