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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

X16 CGRMOT history

X16 CGR is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 28 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jul 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 87,523 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jul 2026.

X16 CGR blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jul 2027
Mileage
87,523 mi
At MOT on 25 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,049 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X16 CGR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
28 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X16 CGR was last recorded at 87,523 miles on 25 Jul 2026, 8,289 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,234 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,289 miles
Average per year
4,049 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 87,523 miles
  • 2025 – 79,234 miles
  • 2024 – 74,154 miles
  • 2023 – 69,183 miles
  • 2022 – 55,477 miles
  • 2021 – 51,745 miles
  • 2020 – 49,275 miles
  • 2019 – 47,983 miles
  • 2018 – 46,755 miles
  • 2017 – 45,065 miles
  • 2016 – 43,714 miles
  • 2015 – 41,595 miles
  • 2014 – 40,054 miles
  • 2013 – 35,678 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass87,523 miles
  • 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))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass87,523 miles (+8,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    87,523 miles
    Test number
    514040822196
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass79,234 miles (+5,080)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    79,234 miles
    Test number
    767542146222
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (rear arm) (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre slightly wearing on outer edge

  3. Pass74,154 miles (+4,971)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    74,154 miles
    Test number
    766779657453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass69,183 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    69,183 miles
    Test number
    657964618844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail69,183 miles (+13,706)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,183 miles
    Test number
    203821091280
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  6. Pass55,477 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    55,477 miles
    Test number
    139711851101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail55,472 miles (+307)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,472 miles
    Test number
    371916245725
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail55,165 miles (+3,420)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,165 miles
    Test number
    396059628189
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • 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))

  9. Pass51,745 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    855224633927
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail51,745 miles (+2,470)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,745 miles
    Test number
    796883312186
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass49,275 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    49,275 miles
    Test number
    811423465358
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Fail49,268 miles (+1,285)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,268 miles
    Test number
    844402862390
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass47,983 miles (+1,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    47,983 miles
    Test number
    672295689864
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass46,755 miles (+1,690)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    46,755 miles
    Test number
    835306455384
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass45,065 miles (+1,351)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    45,065 miles
    Test number
    288581039286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,714 miles (+2,119)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    43,714 miles
    Test number
    408358944427
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Pass41,595 miles (+1,541)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    41,595 miles
    Test number
    587476965065
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass40,054 miles (+4,376)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,054 miles
    Test number
    899970484086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass35,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    35,678 miles
    Test number
    677607273269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail35,678 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,678 miles
    Test number
    777457473229
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Questions about X16 CGR

Does X16 CGR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X16 CGR is valid until 25 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X16 CGR?
The MOT on X16 CGR is valid until 25 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X16 CGR done?
X16 CGR was recorded at 87,523 miles at its MOT on 25 Jul 2026, an average of 4,049 miles a year.
Has X16 CGR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X16 CGR has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on X16 CGR 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 X16 CGR find?
X16 CGR passed its latest MOT on 25 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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