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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

L23 LJRMOT history

L23 LJR is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 129,049 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2021.

L23 LJR silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Nov 2022
Mileage
129,049 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2021
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 LJR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 LJR was last recorded at 129,049 miles on 27 Nov 2021, 22,010 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,039 miles · 30 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
22,010 miles
Average per year
8,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 129,049 miles
  • 2020 – 107,039 miles
  • 2019 – 90,059 miles
  • 2018 – 80,945 miles
  • 2017 – 75,844 miles
  • 2015 – 69,716 miles
  • 2014 – 64,630 miles
  • 2013 – 57,059 miles
  • 2012 – 42,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,049 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

14 tests since 15 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,049 miles (+22,010)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,049 miles
    Test number
    785064852900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass107,039 miles (+16,980)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    107,039 miles
    Test number
    839843488119
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass90,059 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    90,059 miles
    Test number
    209629326706
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  4. Fail90,059 miles (+4,336)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,059 miles
    Test number
    444075593012
    • Repaired at testNearside Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp showing red light to the front (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  5. Pass85,723 miles (+4,778)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    85,723 miles
    Test number
    199021567648
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndertrays covering underside of vehicle
  6. Pass80,945 miles (+5,101)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    80,945 miles
    Test number
    743159261730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight side wall damage
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  7. Pass75,844 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    75,844 miles
    Test number
    338439243078
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low.
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
  8. Fail75,844 miles (+6,128)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,844 miles
    Test number
    553798246210
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres getting low.
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen.
  9. Pass69,716 miles (+5,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    69,716 miles
    Test number
    931467605858
    • AdvisoryChild seat fitted to rear seat stopping full inspection of adult belt.
    • AdvisoryVarious chips in windscreen.
  10. Pass64,630 miles (+4,292)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    64,630 miles
    Test number
    607183754315
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  11. Pass60,338 miles (+3,279)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,338 miles
    Test number
    667502674030
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSmall split in near side rear tyre which is not deep enough to reach cords
  12. Pass57,059 miles (+14,531)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    57,059 miles
    Test number
    997097373035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,528 miles (+139)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    42,528 miles
    Test number
    149991482430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail42,389 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,389 miles
    Test number
    176005472453
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about L23 LJR

Does L23 LJR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 LJR expired on 26 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 LJR?
The MOT on L23 LJR expired on 26 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 LJR done?
L23 LJR was recorded at 129,049 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2021, an average of 8,931 miles a year.
Has L23 LJR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 LJR has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on L23 LJR 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 L23 LJR find?
L23 LJR passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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