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BMW 2 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2016 · 2,998 cc

W5 PCNMOT history

W5 PCN is a blue petrol BMW 2 Series first used on 28 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 8 of 11 MOT tests, with 87,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

W5 PCN blue BMW 2 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 2 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
87,832 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
11
8 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,396 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
W5 PCN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
2 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
28 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

W5 PCN was last recorded at 87,832 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 7,922 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
79,910 miles · 3 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,922 miles
Average per year
9,396 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,832 miles
  • 2025 – 79,910 miles
  • 2024 – 70,968 miles
  • 2023 – 61,729 miles
  • 2022 – 50,500 miles
  • 2021 – 38,366 miles
  • 2020 – 31,509 miles
  • 2019 – 26,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,832 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

11 tests since 2 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,832 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    287309892156
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  2. Fail87,832 miles (+7,922)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,832 miles
    Test number
    612748967561
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
  3. Pass79,910 miles (+8,942)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    79,910 miles
    Test number
    619077002943
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass70,968 miles (+9,239)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    70,968 miles
    Test number
    332434206544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,729 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    61,729 miles
    Test number
    492643064246
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail61,727 miles (+11,227)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,727 miles
    Test number
    369411790152
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Reversing lamp inoperative (4.6.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass50,500 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    50,500 miles
    Test number
    492469336358
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber ? dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
  8. Fail50,500 miles (+12,134)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,500 miles
    Test number
    814896765626
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber ? dust cover insecure
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view of some components
  9. Pass38,366 miles (+6,857)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    38,366 miles
    Test number
    620173461770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,509 miles (+4,746)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    31,509 miles
    Test number
    186951199333
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass26,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    26,763 miles
    Test number
    632612218960

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about W5 PCN

Does W5 PCN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on W5 PCN is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on W5 PCN?
The MOT on W5 PCN is valid until 1 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 PCN done?
W5 PCN was recorded at 87,832 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 9,396 miles a year.
Has W5 PCN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. W5 PCN has failed 3 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on W5 PCN 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 PCN find?
W5 PCN passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; engine cover and under trays fitted.

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