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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

L30 VAAMOT history

L30 VAA is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 7 of 9 MOT tests, with 96,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jan 2026.

L30 VAA white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
96,154 mi
At MOT on 31 Jan 2026
MOT tests
9
7 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,490 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 VAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
31 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 VAA was last recorded at 96,154 miles on 31 Jan 2026, 5,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,971 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,183 miles
Average per year
9,490 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,154 miles
  • 2025 – 90,971 miles
  • 2024 – 81,323 miles
  • 2023 – 73,400 miles
  • 2021 – 62,029 miles
  • 2020 – 50,693 miles
  • 2019 – 38,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,154 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 16 Dec 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,154 miles (+5,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    96,154 miles
    Test number
    873079144780
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass90,971 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,971 miles
    Test number
    360144768027
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail90,950 miles (+9,627)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,950 miles
    Test number
    493136618382
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Tread also worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tread worn low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass81,323 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,323 miles
    Test number
    212653705971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass73,400 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    73,400 miles
    Test number
    651337687235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail73,391 miles (+11,362)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,391 miles
    Test number
    674942425984
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass62,029 miles (+11,336)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    62,029 miles
    Test number
    154512463180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass50,693 miles (+12,690)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    50,693 miles
    Test number
    323476712676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,003 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    38,003 miles
    Test number
    563273299286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened on the inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Questions about L30 VAA

Does L30 VAA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 VAA is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 VAA?
The MOT on L30 VAA is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 VAA done?
L30 VAA was recorded at 96,154 miles at its MOT on 31 Jan 2026, an average of 9,490 miles a year.
Has L30 VAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 VAA has failed 2 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on L30 VAA 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 L30 VAA find?
L30 VAA passed its latest MOT on 31 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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