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BMW 520

Red · Petrol · 1993 · 1,991 cc

L28 BPGMOT history

L28 BPG is a red petrol BMW 520 first used on 12 Aug 1993. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 142,825 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jul 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
142,825 mi
At MOT on 13 Jul 2023
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 BPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1993
First used
12 Aug 1993
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
13 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 BPG was last recorded at 142,825 miles on 13 Jul 2023, 782 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,043 miles · 18 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
782 miles
Average per year
2,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 142,825 miles
  • 2022 – 142,043 miles
  • 2021 – 141,222 miles
  • 2020 – 140,379 miles
  • 2019 – 139,355 miles
  • 2018 – 138,128 miles
  • 2017 – 135,699 miles
  • 2016 – 134,531 miles
  • 2015 – 132,362 miles
  • 2014 – 130,054 miles
  • 2013 – 126,299 miles
  • 2012 – 124,340 miles
  • 2011 – 121,218 miles
  • 2010 – 118,891 miles
  • 2009 – 114,937 miles
  • 2008 – 111,090 miles
  • 2007 – 106,052 miles
  • 2006 – 101,820 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,825 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust deterioratedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,825 miles (+782)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    142,825 miles
    Test number
    854583231500
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass142,043 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    142,043 miles
    Test number
    153022780071
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Fail142,043 miles (+821)1 repaired3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,043 miles
    Test number
    545301909644
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  4. Pass141,222 miles (+843)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    141,222 miles
    Test number
    964929201358
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust deteriorated
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  5. Pass140,379 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    140,379 miles
    Test number
    244483514250
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail140,379 miles (+1,024)1 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,379 miles
    Test number
    792749743501
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Pass139,355 miles (+1,227)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    139,355 miles
    Test number
    424931640656
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass138,128 miles (+2,429)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    138,128 miles
    Test number
    789433229319
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass135,699 miles (+1,168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    135,699 miles
    Test number
    727782725933
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass134,531 miles (+2,169)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    134,531 miles
    Test number
    405739124975
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail132,362 miles3 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,362 miles
    Test number
    707265405239
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass132,362 miles (+2,308)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    132,362 miles
    Test number
    717605405290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass130,054 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    130,054 miles
    Test number
    428203504215
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Fail130,054 miles (+3,755)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,054 miles
    Test number
    668513704293
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  15. Pass126,299 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    408306503289
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  16. Fail126,299 miles (+1,959)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,299 miles
    Test number
    398236503278
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear exhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteRear silencer deteriorated

  17. Pass124,340 miles (+3,122)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    124,340 miles
    Test number
    365385602244
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteRear exhaust deteriorared

  18. Pass121,218 miles (+2,327)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    121,218 miles
    Test number
    509232001246
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass118,891 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    118,891 miles
    Test number
    774030910274
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Fail118,891 miles (+3,954)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,891 miles
    Test number
    334859400293
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass114,937 miles (+3,847)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    114,937 miles
    Test number
    332388709265
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut has slight movement at the upper attachment (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass111,090 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    111,090 miles
    Test number
    762347098114
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  23. Fail111,089 miles (+5,037)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,089 miles
    Test number
    171297498165
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Trailing arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Pass106,052 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    772392117229
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail106,052 miles (+4,232)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,052 miles
    Test number
    883552217258
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass101,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    101,820 miles
    Test number
    211259896157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L28 BPG

Does L28 BPG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L28 BPG expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L28 BPG?
The MOT on L28 BPG expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L28 BPG done?
L28 BPG was recorded at 142,825 miles at its MOT on 13 Jul 2023, an average of 2,414 miles a year.
Has L28 BPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 BPG has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on L28 BPG 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 L28 BPG find?
L28 BPG passed its latest MOT on 13 Jul 2023 with 3 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside rear lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside rear lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 5 more.

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