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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

L29 DCBMOT history

L29 DCB is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 130,590 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

L29 DCB white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
130,590 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,115 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L29 DCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L29 DCB was last recorded at 130,590 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 13,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
117,449 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
13,141 miles
Average per year
8,115 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,590 miles
  • 2025 – 117,449 miles
  • 2023 – 112,298 miles
  • 2022 – 108,688 miles
  • 2021 – 99,329 miles
  • 2020 – 94,018 miles
  • 2019 – 79,650 miles
  • 2018 – 71,567 miles
  • 2017 – 60,766 miles
  • 2016 – 53,379 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,590 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

11 tests since 19 Sept 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,590 miles (+13,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    130,590 miles
    Test number
    874687320173
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass117,449 miles (+5,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    117,449 miles
    Test number
    989256347364
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass112,298 miles (+3,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    112,298 miles
    Test number
    149625434608
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  4. Pass108,688 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    108,688 miles
    Test number
    859607064241
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Fail108,688 miles (+9,359)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,688 miles
    Test number
    747144765777
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  6. Pass99,329 miles (+5,311)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    99,329 miles
    Test number
    236725873825

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass94,018 miles (+14,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    94,018 miles
    Test number
    890738935521
    • 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. Pass79,650 miles (+8,083)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,650 miles
    Test number
    548098359928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,567 miles (+10,801)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    71,567 miles
    Test number
    989707327411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,766 miles (+7,387)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    60,766 miles
    Test number
    703672557273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad wiring not retained and was rubbing on wheel rim, re secure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim inner rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass53,379 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    314477583576
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about L29 DCB

Does L29 DCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L29 DCB is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L29 DCB?
The MOT on L29 DCB is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L29 DCB done?
L29 DCB was recorded at 130,590 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 8,115 miles a year.
Has L29 DCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L29 DCB has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L29 DCB 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 L29 DCB find?
L29 DCB passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin both.

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