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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

W5 EVRMOT history

W5 EVR is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 92,141 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

W5 EVR grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
92,141 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,370 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 EVR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
26 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 EVR was last recorded at 92,141 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 10,645 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,496 miles · 27 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,645 miles
Average per year
9,370 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 92,141 miles
  • 2025 – 81,496 miles
  • 2024 – 69,941 miles
  • 2023 – 58,990 miles
  • 2022 – 50,845 miles
  • 2021 – 41,285 miles
  • 2019 – 30,006 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass92,141 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF/NSF Lower front facing arms bushes parting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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.

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wiper blades slightly smeary.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Lower Plastic trim beneath rear bumper hanging down. Recommend repairing.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

9 tests since 6 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass92,141 miles (+10,645)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    92,141 miles
    Test number
    686177020191
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSF/NSF Lower front facing arms bushes parting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass81,496 miles (+11,555)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,496 miles
    Test number
    113958936247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass69,941 miles (+10,951)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    875942704909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    58,990 miles
    Test number
    768919189499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail58,990 miles (+8,145)2 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,990 miles
    Test number
    426180793305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass50,845 miles (+9,560)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    50,845 miles
    Test number
    730945795595
    • MinorTrailer electrical socket insecure (4.10 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre leaking
  7. Pass41,285 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    41,285 miles
    Test number
    891613696373
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wiper blades slightly smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Plastic trim beneath rear bumper hanging down. Recommend repairing.
  8. Fail41,285 miles (+11,279)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,285 miles
    Test number
    148542289405
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both wiper blades slightly smeary. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tyre also showing signs of ageing in treads. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Plastic trim beneath rear bumper hanging down. Recommend repairing.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass30,006 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    30,006 miles
    Test number
    860833747091
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Very thin- 1.5mm- Recommend replacing asap. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Questions about W5 EVR

Does W5 EVR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 EVR is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 EVR?
The MOT on W5 EVR is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has W5 EVR done?
W5 EVR was recorded at 92,141 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 9,370 miles a year.
Has W5 EVR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 EVR has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on W5 EVR 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 W5 EVR find?
W5 EVR passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement osf/nsf lower front facing arms bushes parting; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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