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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

V27 NSHMOT history

V27 NSH is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 3 Nov 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 59,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Oct 2026.

V27 NSH black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Nov 2027
Mileage
59,164 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,854 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V27 NSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
15 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V27 NSH was last recorded at 59,164 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,163 miles · 19 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,854 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 59,164 miles
  • 2025 – 54,995 miles
  • 2024 – 49,164 miles
  • 2023 – 43,068 miles
  • 2022 – 37,815 miles
  • 2021 – 29,492 miles
  • 2020 – 22,950 miles
  • 2019 – 17,587 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass59,164 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 14 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass59,164 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    59,164 miles
    Test number
    935034233903
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail59,163 miles (+4,168)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,163 miles
    Test number
    681407751645
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass54,995 miles (+5,831)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    54,995 miles
    Test number
    664062473505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass49,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    49,164 miles
    Test number
    290777784274

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail49,164 miles (+6,096)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,164 miles
    Test number
    606863262906
    • 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 Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass43,068 miles (+149)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    43,068 miles
    Test number
    951527169571
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail42,919 miles (+5,104)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,919 miles
    Test number
    647863315726
    • MajorNearside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass37,815 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    37,815 miles
    Test number
    143291946494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail37,815 miles (+8,323)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,815 miles
    Test number
    872860587469
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension bellows leaking pump failure. (5.3.5 (c))
  10. Pass29,492 miles (+6,542)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    29,492 miles
    Test number
    673969316709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass22,950 miles (+5,363)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    22,950 miles
    Test number
    399348272012
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  12. Pass17,587 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    17,587 miles
    Test number
    879948173703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Various (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

Questions about V27 NSH

Does V27 NSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V27 NSH is valid until 3 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on V27 NSH?
The MOT on V27 NSH is valid until 3 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V27 NSH done?
V27 NSH was recorded at 59,164 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 5,854 miles a year.
Has V27 NSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V27 NSH has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V27 NSH 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 V27 NSH find?
V27 NSH passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm bush.

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