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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L7 EAXMOT history

L7 EAX is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 13 Jul 2011. Its MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 107,892 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 24 Mar 2024
Mileage
107,892 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2023
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
10,941 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 EAX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
13 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 EAX was last recorded at 107,892 miles on 25 Mar 2023, 6,792 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,100 miles · 7 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
6,792 miles
Average per year
10,941 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,892 miles
  • 2022 – 101,100 miles
  • 2021 – 88,855 miles
  • 2020 – 80,665 miles
  • 2019 – 68,183 miles
  • 2018 – 58,173 miles
  • 2017 – 47,124 miles
  • 2016 – 36,959 miles
  • 2015 – 20,752 miles
  • 2014 – 12,756 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,892 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Advise both front shock absorbers weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

11 tests since 14 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,892 miles (+6,792)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,892 miles
    Test number
    121491155344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass101,100 miles (+12,245)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    101,100 miles
    Test number
    808519080591
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Pass88,855 miles (+8,190)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    88,855 miles
    Test number
    234170671304
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass80,665 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,665 miles
    Test number
    182189701447
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail80,665 miles (+12,482)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,665 miles
    Test number
    953505504790
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both front shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass68,183 miles (+10,010)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    291040190989
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,173 miles (+11,049)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    58,173 miles
    Test number
    712514743936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass47,124 miles (+10,165)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    47,124 miles
    Test number
    135539066484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass36,959 miles (+16,207)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    36,959 miles
    Test number
    212725876721

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass20,752 miles (+7,996)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    20,752 miles
    Test number
    856945285107
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass12,756 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    12,756 miles
    Test number
    595445794125
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside Front tyre perishing
    • NoteOffside Front tyre perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L7 EAX

Does L7 EAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L7 EAX expired on 24 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L7 EAX?
The MOT on L7 EAX expired on 24 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L7 EAX done?
L7 EAX was recorded at 107,892 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2023, an average of 10,941 miles a year.
Has L7 EAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 EAX has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L7 EAX 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 L7 EAX find?
L7 EAX passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2023 with 1 advisory: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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