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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

L3 FNSMOT history

L3 FNS is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Jun 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 135,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
135,626 mi
At MOT on 31 Oct 2025
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,304 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L3 FNS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
30 Jun 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
31 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L3 FNS was last recorded at 135,626 miles on 31 Oct 2025, 23,610 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,016 miles · 24 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
23,610 miles
Average per year
12,304 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 135,626 miles
  • 2024 – 112,016 miles
  • 2023 – 108,298 miles
  • 2022 – 96,008 miles
  • 2021 – 78,188 miles
  • 2020 – 67,675 miles
  • 2019 – 57,828 miles
  • 2018 – 46,898 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,626 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Aug 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,626 miles (+23,610)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    135,626 miles
    Test number
    850817385124
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass112,016 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    112,016 miles
    Test number
    260338259196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise further look at airbag light after reset
    • AdvisoryAdvise further look at brake pad warning light brake pads ok

  3. Fail112,016 miles (+3,718)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,016 miles
    Test number
    524815351709
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise further look at airbag light after reset
    • AdvisoryAdvise further look at brake pad warning light brake pads ok

  4. Pass108,298 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    737769000908
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail108,298 miles (+12,290)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    840409846663
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault advise further look at air bag light after reset (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass96,008 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,008 miles
    Test number
    295765644495
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on rear tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvice on further look at air bag light after re set
    • AdvisoryAdvice on further look at front and rear brakes and brake discs

  7. Fail96,008 miles (+17,820)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,008 miles
    Test number
    573246359903
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAdvice keep eye on rear tyres
    • AdvisoryAdvice on further look at air bag light after re set
    • AdvisoryAdvice on further look at front and rear brakes and brake discs

  8. Pass78,188 miles (+10,513)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,188 miles
    Test number
    286105701958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,675 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    442647974526
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail67,675 miles (+9,847)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,675 miles
    Test number
    872292319407
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt wishbone (control arm) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords tyre cut to cords and tread delaminating (winter tyre) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn differential support bush split through in two places (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass57,828 miles (+10,930)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    57,828 miles
    Test number
    266033411145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    46,898 miles
    Test number
    648199125890
    • AdvisoryEngine Cover And Under Tray Fitted

Questions about L3 FNS

Does L3 FNS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L3 FNS is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on L3 FNS?
The MOT on L3 FNS is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L3 FNS done?
L3 FNS was recorded at 135,626 miles at its MOT on 31 Oct 2025, an average of 12,304 miles a year.
Has L3 FNS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L3 FNS has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on L3 FNS 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 L3 FNS find?
L3 FNS passed its latest MOT on 31 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front tyres.

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