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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X28 BATMOT history

X28 BAT is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 141,063 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

X28 BAT silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
141,063 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,586 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 BAT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 BAT was last recorded at 141,063 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 10,689 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,374 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
10,689 miles
Average per year
10,586 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 141,063 miles
  • 2025 – 130,374 miles
  • 2024 – 121,473 miles
  • 2023 – 106,301 miles
  • 2022 – 89,241 miles
  • 2021 – 74,307 miles
  • 2020 – 70,777 miles
  • 2019 – 59,085 miles
  • 2018 – 49,239 miles
  • 2017 – 40,868 miles
  • 2016 – 31,796 miles
  • 2015 – 24,228 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,063 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 27 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,063 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    141,063 miles
    Test number
    892973412384
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail141,060 miles (+10,686)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,060 miles
    Test number
    312804596325
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,374 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    130,374 miles
    Test number
    629829586175
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail130,371 miles (+8,898)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,371 miles
    Test number
    133483020635
    • DangerousRear Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass121,473 miles (+251)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    121,473 miles
    Test number
    875686995799
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail121,222 miles (+14,921)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,222 miles
    Test number
    996557649495
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))

  7. Pass106,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    106,301 miles
    Test number
    811203389791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail106,298 miles (+17,057)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,298 miles
    Test number
    281380631929
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,241 miles (+14,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    89,241 miles
    Test number
    742110252626
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear worn on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront wiper blades slightly deteriorated

  10. Pass74,307 miles (+3,530)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    74,307 miles
    Test number
    439141286512
    • 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))

  11. Pass70,777 miles (+11,692)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    70,777 miles
    Test number
    633904625147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,085 miles (+9,846)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    59,085 miles
    Test number
    864634951488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,239 miles (+8,371)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    49,239 miles
    Test number
    266936830160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,868 miles (+9,072)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    40,868 miles
    Test number
    869952374511

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass31,796 miles (+7,568)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,796 miles
    Test number
    183184805884
    • AdvisorySill covers,under trays and engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components.

  16. Pass24,228 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    24,228 miles
    Test number
    218558555011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about X28 BAT

Does X28 BAT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 BAT is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 BAT?
The MOT on X28 BAT is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 BAT done?
X28 BAT was recorded at 141,063 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 10,586 miles a year.
Has X28 BAT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 BAT has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X28 BAT 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 X28 BAT find?
X28 BAT passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; oil leak, but not excessive; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both.

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