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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2018 · 1,995 cc

L11 XJPMOT history

L11 XJP is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 May 2018. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 6 of 9 MOT tests, with 118,770 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

L11 XJP blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
118,770 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
9
6 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,765 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 XJP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
22 May 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 XJP was last recorded at 118,770 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 19,565 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,205 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
19,565 miles
Average per year
15,765 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,770 miles
  • 2025 – 99,205 miles
  • 2024 – 81,113 miles
  • 2023 – 65,852 miles
  • 2022 – 49,523 miles
  • 2021 – 39,914 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,770 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion seal weeping

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from the rear differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Loud clicking noise when going lock to lock on the Nearside front steering rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper suspension arm ball joint gaiter twisted

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

9 tests since 14 Sept 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,770 miles (+19,565)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    118,770 miles
    Test number
    591969191536
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass99,205 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    309519163614
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Fail99,203 miles (+18,090)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,203 miles
    Test number
    424807177068
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment locking device insecure (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential pinion seal weeping (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass81,113 miles (+15,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    81,113 miles
    Test number
    383811763918
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass65,852 miles (+226)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,852 miles
    Test number
    915069763989
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper suspension arm ball joint gaiter twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from the rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLoud clicking noise when going lock to lock on the Nearside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail65,626 miles (+16,103)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,626 miles
    Test number
    662748422409
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Upper suspension arm ball joint gaiter twisted (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Oil leak from the rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLoud clicking noise when going lock to lock on the Nearside front steering rack
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass49,523 miles (+9,609)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    49,523 miles
    Test number
    827092081861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass39,914 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,914 miles
    Test number
    813387270359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail39,914 miles1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,914 miles
    Test number
    674320848693
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Questions about L11 XJP

Does L11 XJP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 XJP is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 XJP?
The MOT on L11 XJP is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 XJP done?
L11 XJP was recorded at 118,770 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 15,765 miles a year.
Has L11 XJP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 XJP has failed 3 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L11 XJP 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 XJP find?
L11 XJP passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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