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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

L99 DLJMOT history

L99 DLJ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Dec 2014. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 122,607 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,607 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,129 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L99 DLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
31 Dec 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L99 DLJ was last recorded at 122,607 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 15,341 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,266 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
15,341 miles
Average per year
12,129 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,607 miles
  • 2025 – 107,266 miles
  • 2024 – 94,854 miles
  • 2023 – 78,495 miles
  • 2022 – 64,140 miles
  • 2021 – 50,348 miles
  • 2020 – 37,750 miles
  • 2019 – 26,589 miles
  • 2018 – 23,571 miles
  • 2017 – 16,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,607 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 27 Dec 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,607 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,607 miles
    Test number
    520789469976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail122,607 miles (+15,341)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,607 miles
    Test number
    619398997852
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  3. Pass107,266 miles (+12,412)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    107,266 miles
    Test number
    485343915820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass94,854 miles (+16,359)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    94,854 miles
    Test number
    483106176433
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  5. Pass78,495 miles (+14,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    78,495 miles
    Test number
    131662951507
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  6. Pass64,140 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    177473953099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,140 miles (+13,792)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,140 miles
    Test number
    111883702423
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  8. Pass50,348 miles (+12,598)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,348 miles
    Test number
    330722049565
    • 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))
  9. Pass37,750 miles (+11,161)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    37,750 miles
    Test number
    992253032766
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  10. Pass26,589 miles (+3,018)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    26,589 miles
    Test number
    658042552160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass23,571 miles (+6,732)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    23,571 miles
    Test number
    386859059902
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass16,839 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    16,839 miles
    Test number
    642316695415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
  13. Fail16,838 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,838 miles
    Test number
    175494323161
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on inner edge through to cords (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and worn on inner edge close to cords (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L99 DLJ

Does L99 DLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L99 DLJ is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L99 DLJ?
The MOT on L99 DLJ is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L99 DLJ done?
L99 DLJ was recorded at 122,607 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 12,129 miles a year.
Has L99 DLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L99 DLJ has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L99 DLJ 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 L99 DLJ find?
L99 DLJ passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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