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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

X50 BCMMOT history

X50 BCM is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 28 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 24 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 99,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,516 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,293 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X50 BCM
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
28 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X50 BCM was last recorded at 99,516 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 1,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,949 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,567 miles
Average per year
6,293 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,516 miles
  • 2025 – 97,949 miles
  • 2024 – 92,101 miles
  • 2023 – 89,902 miles
  • 2022 – 86,420 miles
  • 2021 – 85,021 miles
  • 2020 – 80,606 miles
  • 2019 – 72,076 miles
  • 2018 – 63,250 miles
  • 2017 – 56,090 miles
  • 2016 – 42,792 miles
  • 2015 – 29,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,516 miles
  • AdvisoryDriver seat runner stiff

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.

  • Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Handbrake button damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Trays and covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass99,516 miles (+1,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,516 miles
    Test number
    255128154843
    • AdvisoryDriver seat runner stiff

  2. Pass97,949 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    97,949 miles
    Test number
    115632022482
    • AdvisoryHandbrake button damaged

  3. Fail97,947 miles (+5,846)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,947 miles
    Test number
    798819922654
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake button damaged
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre on limit on edge

  4. Pass92,101 miles (+2,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,101 miles
    Test number
    559789540523
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  5. Pass89,902 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    539772218732
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  6. Fail89,902 miles (+3,482)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    246999937143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  7. Pass86,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,420 miles
    Test number
    501142096282
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  8. Fail86,420 miles (+1,399)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,420 miles
    Test number
    382173431592
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  9. Pass85,021 miles (+4,415)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,021 miles
    Test number
    497349301767
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  10. Pass80,606 miles (+8,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    328982761158
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  11. Pass72,076 miles (+8,826)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    72,076 miles
    Test number
    729580776537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,250 miles (+7,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    63,250 miles
    Test number
    931694547677
    • 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))

  13. Pass56,090 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    56,090 miles
    Test number
    934862943761
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke test passed trigger point not met
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail56,090 miles (+13,298)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,090 miles
    Test number
    174623046005
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke test passed trigger point not met
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass42,792 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,792 miles
    Test number
    598662318545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail42,764 miles (+13,091)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,764 miles
    Test number
    808726066207
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre heavily worn on inner edge recommend replacement a.s.a.p
    • AdvisoryNail in o/s/r tyre.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres getting close to legal limit.

  17. Pass29,673 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,673 miles
    Test number
    569886795177
    • NoteTrigger point not met

Questions about X50 BCM

Does X50 BCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X50 BCM is valid until 24 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X50 BCM?
The MOT on X50 BCM is valid until 24 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X50 BCM done?
X50 BCM was recorded at 99,516 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 6,293 miles a year.
Has X50 BCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X50 BCM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on X50 BCM 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 X50 BCM find?
X50 BCM passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: driver seat runner stiff.

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