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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

L5 MBKMOT history

L5 MBK is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 118,578 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

L5 MBK black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
118,578 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 MBK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 MBK was last recorded at 118,578 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 4,978 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
113,600 miles · 4 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
4,978 miles
Average per year
5,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 118,578 miles
  • 2025 – 113,600 miles
  • 2024 – 108,147 miles
  • 2023 – 103,367 miles
  • 2022 – 99,663 miles
  • 2021 – 93,236 miles
  • 2019 – 86,619 miles
  • 2018 – 78,608 miles
  • 2017 – 71,410 miles
  • 2016 – 63,054 miles
  • 2015 – 57,493 miles
  • 2014 – 53,205 miles
  • 2013 – 50,248 miles
  • 2012 – 44,202 miles
  • 2011 – 32,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass118,578 miles
  • AdvisoryManufacture body covers fitted restricting full inspection

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.

  • Under body trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 12 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass118,578 miles (+4,978)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    118,578 miles
    Test number
    246074260087
    • AdvisoryManufacture body covers fitted restricting full inspection

  2. Pass113,600 miles (+5,453)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    113,600 miles
    Test number
    850062435405
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive front and back and inner and outer sills and floor area both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass108,147 miles (+4,780)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    108,147 miles
    Test number
    842106683640
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass103,367 miles (+3,704)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    103,367 miles
    Test number
    443661436962

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass99,663 miles (+6,427)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    99,663 miles
    Test number
    474688483307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,236 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    93,236 miles
    Test number
    153366200480
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted.

  7. Fail93,196 miles (+6,577)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,196 miles
    Test number
    900349892981
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (Central) (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body trays fitted.

  8. Pass86,619 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    86,619 miles
    Test number
    951125681710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail86,619 miles (+8,011)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,619 miles
    Test number
    934190194002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass78,608 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,608 miles
    Test number
    181383819358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail78,608 miles (+7,198)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,608 miles
    Test number
    434007192639
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  12. Pass71,410 miles (+8,356)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    71,410 miles
    Test number
    526694758792

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,054 miles (+5,561)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,054 miles
    Test number
    839652191219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,493 miles
    Test number
    626834985173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,493 miles (+4,288)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,493 miles
    Test number
    889164685164
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  16. Pass53,205 miles (+2,957)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    53,205 miles
    Test number
    686926504297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,248 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    50,248 miles
    Test number
    445588693169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail50,244 miles (+6,042)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,244 miles
    Test number
    226988393170
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass44,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    44,202 miles
    Test number
    925940102273
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail44,202 miles (+12,114)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,202 miles
    Test number
    446780602249
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass32,088 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,088 miles
    Test number
    757303391198
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Questions about L5 MBK

Does L5 MBK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 MBK is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 MBK?
The MOT on L5 MBK is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 MBK done?
L5 MBK was recorded at 118,578 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 5,769 miles a year.
Has L5 MBK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 MBK has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on L5 MBK 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 L5 MBK find?
L5 MBK passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: manufacture body covers fitted restricting full inspection.

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