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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X23 NUMMOT history

X23 NUM is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 17 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 188,357 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

X23 NUM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
188,357 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,189 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X23 NUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
17 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X23 NUM was last recorded at 188,357 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 9,067 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
179,290 miles · 17 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,067 miles
Average per year
12,189 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,357 miles
  • 2025 – 179,290 miles
  • 2024 – 168,391 miles
  • 2023 – 162,986 miles
  • 2022 – 158,047 miles
  • 2021 – 151,802 miles
  • 2020 – 146,996 miles
  • 2019 – 127,692 miles
  • 2018 – 103,890 miles
  • 2017 – 89,126 miles
  • 2016 – 70,625 miles
  • 2015 – 53,434 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,357 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 23 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,357 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    188,357 miles
    Test number
    766485859444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail188,357 miles (+9,067)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,357 miles
    Test number
    859049506080
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass179,290 miles (+10,899)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    179,290 miles
    Test number
    636262907416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass168,391 miles (+5,405)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    168,391 miles
    Test number
    348791971476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass162,986 miles (+4,939)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    162,986 miles
    Test number
    862872064988
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass158,047 miles (+6,245)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    158,047 miles
    Test number
    827463294214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass151,802 miles (+4,806)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    151,802 miles
    Test number
    640864514244
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass146,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    146,996 miles
    Test number
    731261840554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail146,996 miles (+19,304)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,996 miles
    Test number
    383282771702
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass127,692 miles (+23,802)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    127,692 miles
    Test number
    626379271995
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass103,890 miles (+14,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    103,890 miles
    Test number
    428761092485
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass89,126 miles (+18,501)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    89,126 miles
    Test number
    767415510167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,625 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    70,625 miles
    Test number
    132676481619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking in tread and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail70,625 miles (+17,191)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,625 miles
    Test number
    824453230038
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre cracking in tread and wearing unevenly
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass53,434 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    53,434 miles
    Test number
    725882085098
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about X23 NUM

Does X23 NUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X23 NUM is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X23 NUM?
The MOT on X23 NUM is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X23 NUM done?
X23 NUM was recorded at 188,357 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 12,189 miles a year.
Has X23 NUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X23 NUM has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X23 NUM 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 X23 NUM find?
X23 NUM passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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