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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

L28 WRBMOT history

L28 WRB is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 203,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

L28 WRB grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jul 2027
Mileage
203,198 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
14,316 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L28 WRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L28 WRB was last recorded at 203,198 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 3,549 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
199,649 miles · 4 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,549 miles
Average per year
14,316 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,198 miles
  • 2025 – 199,649 miles
  • 2024 – 195,560 miles
  • 2023 – 180,468 miles
  • 2022 – 160,689 miles
  • 2021 – 134,869 miles
  • 2020 – 115,346 miles
  • 2019 – 102,306 miles
  • 2018 – 86,054 miles
  • 2017 – 69,496 miles
  • 2016 – 59,876 miles
  • 2015 – 45,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,198 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rears (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

14 tests since 25 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,198 miles (+3,549)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    203,198 miles
    Test number
    800479566573
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Pass199,649 miles (+4,089)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    199,649 miles
    Test number
    761136191559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass195,560 miles (+15,092)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    195,560 miles
    Test number
    113379563091
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass180,468 miles (+19,779)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    180,468 miles
    Test number
    583246757216
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass160,689 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    160,689 miles
    Test number
    905732159838
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail160,688 miles (+25,819)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,688 miles
    Test number
    502710357336
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass134,869 miles (+19,523)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    134,869 miles
    Test number
    838750057278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass115,346 miles (+13,040)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    115,346 miles
    Test number
    801840403097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,306 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,306 miles
    Test number
    622061692761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail102,306 miles (+16,252)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,306 miles
    Test number
    692252355942
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  11. Pass86,054 miles (+16,558)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    86,054 miles
    Test number
    177427298122
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass69,496 miles (+9,620)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    69,496 miles
    Test number
    676100585253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,876 miles (+14,597)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    59,876 miles
    Test number
    776738237996
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  14. Pass45,279 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    45,279 miles
    Test number
    155276775171
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteO/S/R tyre worn on inner shoulder.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L28 WRB

Does L28 WRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L28 WRB is valid until 10 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L28 WRB?
The MOT on L28 WRB is valid until 10 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L28 WRB done?
L28 WRB was recorded at 203,198 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 14,316 miles a year.
Has L28 WRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L28 WRB has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L28 WRB 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 WRB find?
L28 WRB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides front to rears.

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