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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

S90 CJJMOT history

S90 CJJ is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 23 MOT tests, with 167,088 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

S90 CJJ blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
167,088 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
23
18 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,650 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S90 CJJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
25 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S90 CJJ was last recorded at 167,088 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 10,817 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,271 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10,817 miles
Average per year
7,650 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,088 miles
  • 2025 – 156,271 miles
  • 2024 – 151,366 miles
  • 2023 – 143,226 miles
  • 2022 – 135,285 miles
  • 2021 – 127,844 miles
  • 2020 – 120,430 miles
  • 2019 – 116,113 miles
  • 2018 – 110,980 miles
  • 2017 – 102,565 miles
  • 2015 – 83,702 miles
  • 2014 – 74,945 miles
  • 2013 – 62,917 miles
  • 2012 – 58,518 miles
  • 2011 – 53,389 miles
  • 2010 – 47,664 miles
  • 2009 – 37,626 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,088 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral UNDERTRAYS
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Bonnet pull lever missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,088 miles (+10,817)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    167,088 miles
    Test number
    389242070256
    • AdvisoryCentral UNDERTRAYS
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass156,271 miles (+4,905)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    156,271 miles
    Test number
    498029560076
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted to chassis unable to inspect above
  3. Pass151,366 miles (+8,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    151,366 miles
    Test number
    423755208604
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass143,226 miles (+7,941)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    365139430990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear lower wishbone front bushes worn
  5. Pass135,285 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    135,285 miles
    Test number
    399452085199
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull lever missing
  6. Fail135,284 miles (+7,440)1 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,284 miles
    Test number
    135843605786
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rears at rear subframe area (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBonnet pull lever missing
  7. Pass127,844 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    127,844 miles
    Test number
    344146875228
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing an inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Stickers relocated to a more appropriate position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on the tread shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  8. Fail127,844 miles (+7,414)1 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,844 miles
    Test number
    974569299253
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate inscription illegible Dirty (0.1 (b))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted preventing an inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test Stickers relocated to a more appropriate position (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on the tread shoulders (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryGearbox noisy
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
  9. Pass120,430 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,430 miles
    Test number
    369506878684
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  10. Fail120,430 miles (+4,317)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,430 miles
    Test number
    808589459299
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Both (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  11. Pass116,113 miles (+5,133)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    116,113 miles
    Test number
    436771879622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,980 miles (+8,415)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,980 miles
    Test number
    125828194534

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass102,565 miles (+18,863)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    102,565 miles
    Test number
    927426851426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass83,702 miles (+8,757)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    83,702 miles
    Test number
    842669072653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,945 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    74,945 miles
    Test number
    349077154352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail65,791 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    739284814028
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  17. Pass65,791 miles (+2,874)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    65,791 miles
    Test number
    786174114005

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail62,917 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,917 miles
    Test number
    126038203456
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
  19. Pass62,917 miles (+4,399)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    62,917 miles
    Test number
    128008203019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,518 miles (+5,129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    58,518 miles
    Test number
    425203612003
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Pass53,389 miles (+5,725)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    53,389 miles
    Test number
    219912211073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,664 miles (+10,038)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    47,664 miles
    Test number
    894370420087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,626 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    37,626 miles
    Test number
    482425029163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S90 CJJ

Does S90 CJJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S90 CJJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S90 CJJ?
The MOT on S90 CJJ is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S90 CJJ done?
S90 CJJ was recorded at 167,088 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 7,650 miles a year.
Has S90 CJJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S90 CJJ has failed 5 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on S90 CJJ 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 S90 CJJ find?
S90 CJJ passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 3 advisories: central undertrays; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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