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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LA55 BDAMOT history

LA55 BDA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 May 2006. Its MOT is valid until 4 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 235,671 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Dec 2025.

LA55 BDA grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Dec 2026
Mileage
235,671 mi
At MOT on 5 Dec 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,404 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 BDA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
18 May 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 BDA was last recorded at 235,671 miles on 5 Dec 2025, 4,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
231,000 miles · 15 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,671 miles
Average per year
6,404 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 235,671 miles
  • 2024 – 231,000 miles
  • 2023 – 216,052 miles
  • 2021 – 214,705 miles
  • 2020 – 212,394 miles
  • 2019 – 209,740 miles
  • 2018 – 206,633 miles
  • 2017 – 200,147 miles
  • 2016 – 199,582 miles
  • 2015 – 190,688 miles
  • 2014 – 180,567 miles
  • 2013 – 169,705 miles
  • 2012 – 160,101 miles
  • 2011 – 150,359 miles
  • 2010 – 140,457 miles
  • 2009 – 129,596 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,671 miles

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.

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 13 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,671 miles (+4,671)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    235,671 miles
    Test number
    784556016967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass231,000 miles (+14,948)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    231,000 miles
    Test number
    997750445398
    • 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))

  3. Pass216,052 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    216,052 miles
    Test number
    580505633162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail216,052 miles (+1,347)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,052 miles
    Test number
    547594974633
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass214,705 miles (+2,311)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    214,705 miles
    Test number
    325613505910
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged chunk taken out of the side wall, no cords showing. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass212,394 miles (+2,654)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    212,394 miles
    Test number
    544366861856
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass209,740 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    209,740 miles
    Test number
    447180655004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass206,633 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    206,633 miles
    Test number
    867496327615
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Fail206,633 miles (+6,486)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,633 miles
    Test number
    139907954616
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  10. Pass200,147 miles (+565)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    200,147 miles
    Test number
    771841290571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass199,582 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    199,582 miles
    Test number
    825004237924
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Fail199,572 miles (+8,884)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,572 miles
    Test number
    542980923895
    • FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed Tread (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail190,688 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,688 miles
    Test number
    245968535410
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass190,688 miles (+10,121)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    190,688 miles
    Test number
    275058335150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass180,567 miles (+10,862)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    180,567 miles
    Test number
    218211944109
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has slight impact damage but only to rim protector
    • NoteN/s/f tyre inner edge of tread has uneven wear
    • NoteN/s/r lower suspension arm (at subframe attachment) rubber bush bonding starting to lift
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has slight impact damage to outer sidewall
    • NoteO/s/r lower suspension arm (at subframe attachment ) rubber bush bonding starting to lift

  16. Pass169,705 miles (+137)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2014
    Odometer
    169,705 miles
    Test number
    707851423160
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a cut in outer sidewall but not exposing cords

  17. Fail169,568 miles (+9,467)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,568 miles
    Test number
    385346013157
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a cut in outer sidewall but not exposing cords

  18. Pass160,101 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2013
    Odometer
    160,101 miles
    Test number
    537825822183
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail160,101 miles (+9,742)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,101 miles
    Test number
    208244022440
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass150,359 miles (+9,902)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2012
    Odometer
    150,359 miles
    Test number
    108048031144
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass140,457 miles (+10,861)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    140,457 miles
    Test number
    424778130154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass129,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    129,596 miles
    Test number
    421493839120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 BDA

Does LA55 BDA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 BDA is valid until 4 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LA55 BDA?
The MOT on LA55 BDA is valid until 4 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 BDA done?
LA55 BDA was recorded at 235,671 miles at its MOT on 5 Dec 2025, an average of 6,404 miles a year.
Has LA55 BDA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 BDA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LA55 BDA 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 LA55 BDA find?
LA55 BDA passed its latest MOT on 5 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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