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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

L7 TCXMOT history

L7 TCX is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 11 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 177,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Sept 2027
Mileage
177,602 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 TCX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 TCX was last recorded at 177,602 miles on 4 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
177,602 miles · 2 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
9,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 177,602 miles
  • 2025 – 166,030 miles
  • 2024 – 156,322 miles
  • 2023 – 151,685 miles
  • 2022 – 146,931 miles
  • 2021 – 141,865 miles
  • 2020 – 136,214 miles
  • 2019 – 131,190 miles
  • 2018 – 121,378 miles
  • 2017 – 115,568 miles
  • 2016 – 104,557 miles
  • 2015 – 98,958 miles
  • 2014 – 93,123 miles
  • 2013 – 82,866 miles
  • 2012 – 65,494 miles
  • 2011 – 48,074 miles
  • 2010 – 27,388 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass177,602 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass177,602 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    177,602 miles
    Test number
    929825184059
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail177,602 miles (+11,572)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,602 miles
    Test number
    871338155476
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass166,030 miles (+9,708)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    166,030 miles
    Test number
    889773928320
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil both (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass156,322 miles (+4,637)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,322 miles
    Test number
    201945710593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damage
    • AdvisoryLong handbrake travel

  5. Pass151,685 miles (+4,754)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,685 miles
    Test number
    719609669568
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass146,931 miles (+30)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,931 miles
    Test number
    904952607822
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail146,901 miles (+5,036)2 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,901 miles
    Test number
    790631055426
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Inner tyre wall (2 x buldges) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner wall; close to legal limit & worn on inner edge. Over all tyre is in poor condition. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Also wearing on inner edge & has cut(s) on outer tyre wall. Overall, tyre is in poor condition (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass141,865 miles (+5,651)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    141,865 miles
    Test number
    774555065145
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass136,214 miles (+5,024)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    136,214 miles
    Test number
    931774899155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass131,190 miles (+9,812)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    131,190 miles
    Test number
    819524578849
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass121,378 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    121,378 miles
    Test number
    870304348227
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted

  12. Fail121,378 miles (+5,810)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,378 miles
    Test number
    595712847369
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside/offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted

  13. Pass115,568 miles (+11,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    115,568 miles
    Test number
    589774588391
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass104,557 miles (+16)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    104,557 miles
    Test number
    835686504128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Fail104,541 miles (+5,583)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,541 miles
    Test number
    272246617788
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass98,958 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,958 miles
    Test number
    758284265108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,908 miles (+5,785)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,908 miles
    Test number
    839172465102
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass93,123 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    93,123 miles
    Test number
    425396854147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail93,099 miles (+10,233)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,099 miles
    Test number
    258835754199
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass82,866 miles (+17,372)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,866 miles
    Test number
    618662573046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass65,494 miles (+17,420)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    65,494 miles
    Test number
    585062452038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass48,074 miles (+20,686)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    48,074 miles
    Test number
    758074451056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,388 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    27,388 miles
    Test number
    342236650098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L7 TCX

Does L7 TCX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 TCX is valid until 28 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 TCX?
The MOT on L7 TCX is valid until 28 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 TCX done?
L7 TCX was recorded at 177,602 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2026, an average of 9,091 miles a year.
Has L7 TCX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 TCX has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L7 TCX 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 TCX find?
L7 TCX passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside rear inner suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush.

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