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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L23 VYCMOT history

L23 VYC is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 175,242 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2025
Mileage
175,242 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2024
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,739 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 VYC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
26 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 VYC was last recorded at 175,242 miles on 4 Sept 2024, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,220 miles · 23 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
22 miles
Average per year
11,739 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,242 miles
  • 2023 – 151,308 miles
  • 2022 – 142,557 miles
  • 2021 – 135,026 miles
  • 2020 – 129,541 miles
  • 2019 – 122,692 miles
  • 2018 – 114,590 miles
  • 2017 – 105,864 miles
  • 2016 – 85,372 miles
  • 2015 – 68,881 miles
  • 2014 – 51,701 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,242 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,242 miles (+22)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    175,242 miles
    Test number
    353007590989
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
  2. Fail175,220 miles (+23,912)8 dangerous9 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,220 miles
    Test number
    794500360590
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CORDS EXPOSED (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm CORDS EXPOSED (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
  3. Pass151,308 miles (+8,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    151,308 miles
    Test number
    264213160115
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/cracking and outer edge wearing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff light covering of oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass142,557 miles (+7,531)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    142,557 miles
    Test number
    867565078222
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts starting to perish/crack between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perishing/cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass135,026 miles (+5,485)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    135,026 miles
    Test number
    451081165870
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass129,541 miles (+6,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,541 miles
    Test number
    896548786036
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass122,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,692 miles
    Test number
    143827766888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail122,692 miles (+8,102)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,692 miles
    Test number
    700193745996
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass114,590 miles (+8,726)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    114,590 miles
    Test number
    590019198796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass105,864 miles (+20,492)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    105,864 miles
    Test number
    135195624462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass85,372 miles (+16,491)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    85,372 miles
    Test number
    568090304311
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted .
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside outer body sills not checked due to plastic covers .
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted .
  12. Pass68,881 miles (+17,180)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    68,881 miles
    Test number
    806151455087
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront & Rear discs lipped
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass51,701 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    51,701 miles
    Test number
    739146454054
    • NoteNearside Front Tyre Wearing On Edges.

Questions about L23 VYC

Does L23 VYC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L23 VYC expired on 3 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L23 VYC?
The MOT on L23 VYC expired on 3 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L23 VYC done?
L23 VYC was recorded at 175,242 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2024, an average of 11,739 miles a year.
Has L23 VYC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 VYC has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on L23 VYC 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 VYC find?
L23 VYC passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2024 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 2 more.

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