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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

X12 PWSMOT history

X12 PWS is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 28 Aug 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 155,722 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

X12 PWS black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Aug 2027
Mileage
155,722 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
15,495 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X12 PWS
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
30 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X12 PWS was last recorded at 155,722 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 9,629 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
146,093 miles · 29 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,629 miles
Average per year
15,495 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,722 miles
  • 2025 – 146,093 miles
  • 2024 – 135,407 miles
  • 2023 – 128,067 miles
  • 2022 – 104,436 miles
  • 2021 – 78,219 miles
  • 2020 – 61,682 miles
  • 2019 – 48,516 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,722 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slight rust round outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

8 tests since 17 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,722 miles (+9,629)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    155,722 miles
    Test number
    791711563864
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs slight rust round outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass146,093 miles (+10,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,093 miles
    Test number
    557821179441
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass135,407 miles (+7,340)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    135,407 miles
    Test number
    909353260146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,067 miles (+23,631)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    128,067 miles
    Test number
    102942081319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass104,436 miles (+26,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,436 miles
    Test number
    397498526232
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  6. Pass78,219 miles (+16,537)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    78,219 miles
    Test number
    184078949303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,682 miles (+13,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,682 miles
    Test number
    826357952490
    • AdvisoryFront 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass48,516 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    48,516 miles
    Test number
    706890233794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X12 PWS

Does X12 PWS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X12 PWS is valid until 28 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X12 PWS?
The MOT on X12 PWS is valid until 28 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X12 PWS done?
X12 PWS was recorded at 155,722 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 15,495 miles a year.
Has X12 PWS ever failed its MOT?
No. X12 PWS has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on X12 PWS 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 X12 PWS find?
X12 PWS passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald on inner edge, and 3 more.

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