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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

T29 JKNMOT history

T29 JKN is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 175,649 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
175,649 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
12,306 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T29 JKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T29 JKN was last recorded at 175,649 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 9,357 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
166,292 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,357 miles
Average per year
12,306 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,649 miles
  • 2025 – 166,292 miles
  • 2024 – 156,517 miles
  • 2023 – 148,270 miles
  • 2022 – 139,202 miles
  • 2021 – 128,522 miles
  • 2020 – 118,260 miles
  • 2019 – 104,606 miles
  • 2018 – 92,021 miles
  • 2017 – 77,933 miles
  • 2016 – 62,654 miles
  • 2015 – 43,863 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,649 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17y run flat worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspectionRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 13 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,649 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    175,649 miles
    Test number
    979649554295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17y run flat worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection
  2. Fail175,649 miles (+9,357)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,649 miles
    Test number
    738400479242
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17y run flat worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection
  3. Pass166,292 miles (+9,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    166,292 miles
    Test number
    497167589909
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play off side front suspension lower rear arm outer ball joint has play (arm on bottom of shocker) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection
  4. Pass156,517 miles (+8,247)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    156,517 miles
    Test number
    211592178840
    • AdvisoryCovers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection
  5. Pass148,270 miles (+9,068)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    148,270 miles
    Test number
    899405381429
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted stopping full inspection
  6. Pass139,202 miles (+10,680)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    139,202 miles
    Test number
    817656117615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,522 miles (+10,262)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    128,522 miles
    Test number
    385152641977
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear brake disks corroding
  8. Pass118,260 miles (+13,654)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    118,260 miles
    Test number
    674710798599
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir box lid missing
    • AdvisorySmoke meter reading too low to register
  9. Pass104,606 miles (+12,585)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    104,606 miles
    Test number
    102089603823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,021 miles (+14,088)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    92,021 miles
    Test number
    624852076190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,933 miles (+15,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    77,933 miles
    Test number
    631388195545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass62,654 miles (+18,791)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    62,654 miles
    Test number
    237618492208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,863 miles (+797)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    43,863 miles
    Test number
    326850185181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    43,066 miles
    Test number
    857453305123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T29 JKN

Does T29 JKN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T29 JKN is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T29 JKN?
The MOT on T29 JKN is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T29 JKN done?
T29 JKN was recorded at 175,649 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 12,306 miles a year.
Has T29 JKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T29 JKN has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T29 JKN 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 T29 JKN find?
T29 JKN passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225-55-17y run flat worn on edges; covers and under trays fitted stopping full inspection.

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