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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L11 GYLMOT history

L11 GYL is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 Mar 2015. Its MOT is valid until 1 May 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 113,150 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

L11 GYL grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 May 2027
Mileage
113,150 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 GYL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
18 Mar 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 GYL was last recorded at 113,150 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,148 miles · 28 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,150 miles
  • 2025 – 104,652 miles
  • 2024 – 96,282 miles
  • 2023 – 87,673 miles
  • 2022 – 81,370 miles
  • 2021 – 76,860 miles
  • 2020 – 68,938 miles
  • 2019 – 55,082 miles
  • 2018 – 40,643 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,150 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,150 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,150 miles
    Test number
    727682240068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,148 miles (+8,496)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,148 miles
    Test number
    629006990052
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass104,652 miles (+8,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2026
    Odometer
    104,652 miles
    Test number
    323939040337
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  4. Pass96,282 miles (+8,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    96,282 miles
    Test number
    772750387662
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  5. Pass87,673 miles (+6,303)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,673 miles
    Test number
    353800222564
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass81,370 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    81,370 miles
    Test number
    646447155354
    • AdvisoryTyres unevenly worn
  7. Fail81,370 miles (+4,510)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,370 miles
    Test number
    655125633053
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyres unevenly worn
  8. Pass76,860 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    76,860 miles
    Test number
    790477666060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  9. Fail76,858 miles (+7,920)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,858 miles
    Test number
    371193687890
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nail in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
  10. Pass68,938 miles (+13,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,938 miles
    Test number
    472700124292
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass55,082 miles (+14,439)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    55,082 miles
    Test number
    624158641823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,643 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,643 miles
    Test number
    660250254556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L11 GYL

Does L11 GYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 GYL is valid until 1 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 GYL?
The MOT on L11 GYL is valid until 1 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 GYL done?
L11 GYL was recorded at 113,150 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 8,941 miles a year.
Has L11 GYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 GYL has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 GYL 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 GYL find?
L11 GYL passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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