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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L11 EPUMOT history

L11 EPU is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 May 2011. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 115,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
115,608 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 EPU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
3 May 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 EPU was last recorded at 115,608 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 2,435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,173 miles · 13 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,435 miles
Average per year
6,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 115,608 miles
  • 2024 – 113,173 miles
  • 2023 – 109,209 miles
  • 2022 – 105,981 miles
  • 2020 – 97,930 miles
  • 2019 – 92,553 miles
  • 2018 – 82,499 miles
  • 2017 – 70,366 miles
  • 2016 – 66,528 miles
  • 2015 – 60,551 miles
  • 2014 – 44,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,608 miles

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,608 miles (+2,435)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    115,608 miles
    Test number
    377257527308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass113,173 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    113,173 miles
    Test number
    995436230979
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail113,173 miles (+3,964)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,173 miles
    Test number
    275174542199
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass109,209 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    109,209 miles
    Test number
    747243022313
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail109,209 miles1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,209 miles
    Test number
    371587263707
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass170,626 km
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    170,626 km
    Test number
    342517361237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail105,981 miles (+8,051)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,981 miles
    Test number
    930496223369
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass97,930 miles (+5,377)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    97,930 miles
    Test number
    538340415474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    929482178345
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail92,553 miles (+10,054)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,553 miles
    Test number
    353122464079
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass82,499 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,499 miles
    Test number
    204513233203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,497 miles (+2,836)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,497 miles
    Test number
    272924442569
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  13. Pass79,661 miles (+9,295)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    79,661 miles
    Test number
    871299959232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass70,366 miles (+3,838)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    70,366 miles
    Test number
    256727102314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,528 miles (+5,977)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,528 miles
    Test number
    878973602602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass60,551 miles (+15,947)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    60,551 miles
    Test number
    109236915080
    • NoteEmissions too low to record (DPF)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass44,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    44,604 miles
    Test number
    669413184037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 EPU

Does L11 EPU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 EPU is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L11 EPU?
The MOT on L11 EPU is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 EPU done?
L11 EPU was recorded at 115,608 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 6,081 miles a year.
Has L11 EPU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 EPU has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on L11 EPU 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 L11 EPU find?
L11 EPU passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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