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BMW 520

Green · Petrol · 2005 · 2,171 cc

LA55 WPLMOT history

LA55 WPL is a green petrol BMW 520 first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 77,773 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Oct 2026.

LA55 WPL green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
77,773 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,118 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 WPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 WPL was last recorded at 77,773 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,084 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,689 miles · 30 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,084 miles
Average per year
3,118 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,773 miles
  • 2024 – 74,689 miles
  • 2023 – 73,675 miles
  • 2022 – 68,923 miles
  • 2021 – 64,958 miles
  • 2020 – 63,190 miles
  • 2019 – 59,462 miles
  • 2018 – 56,166 miles
  • 2016 – 54,418 miles
  • 2015 – 51,750 miles
  • 2014 – 49,748 miles
  • 2013 – 46,420 miles
  • 2012 – 41,473 miles
  • 2011 – 39,459 miles
  • 2010 – 34,892 miles
  • 2009 – 28,074 miles
  • 2008 – 22,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,773 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 28 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,773 miles (+3,084)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    77,773 miles
    Test number
    423164896494
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  2. Pass74,689 miles2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    74,689 miles
    Test number
    815187216546
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail74,689 miles (+1,014)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,689 miles
    Test number
    710329836731
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,675 miles (+4,752)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    73,675 miles
    Test number
    241252348029
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass68,923 miles (+3,965)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,923 miles
    Test number
    407086490978
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass64,958 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    64,958 miles
    Test number
    748097008458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,939 miles (+1,749)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,939 miles
    Test number
    217355046832
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass63,190 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    261426987069
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on tread (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail63,190 miles (+3,728)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,190 miles
    Test number
    805672589150
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge cut on tread (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass59,462 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    59,462 miles
    Test number
    164828301636
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Fail59,462 miles (+3,296)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,462 miles
    Test number
    850911956637
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  12. Pass56,166 miles (+1,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    56,166 miles
    Test number
    435927516064
    • 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))

  13. Pass54,418 miles (+2,668)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    54,418 miles
    Test number
    746582471206
    • AdvisoryBrake pads warning light on due to the sensors
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass51,750 miles (+2,002)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    51,750 miles
    Test number
    608627075072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,748 miles (+3,328)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    49,748 miles
    Test number
    706775084037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,420 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,420 miles
    Test number
    447541253049
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  17. Pass46,420 miles (+4,947)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,420 miles
    Test number
    467411253078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,473 miles (+2,014)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,473 miles
    Test number
    485001952037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass39,459 miles (+4,567)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    39,459 miles
    Test number
    508188441016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    250745930081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,892 miles (+6,818)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,892 miles
    Test number
    853875630007
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass28,074 miles (+6,044)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    28,074 miles
    Test number
    994239629058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass22,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    22,030 miles
    Test number
    243719458098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA55 WPL

Does LA55 WPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 WPL is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 WPL?
The MOT on LA55 WPL is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 WPL done?
LA55 WPL was recorded at 77,773 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,118 miles a year.
Has LA55 WPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 WPL has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on LA55 WPL 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 WPL find?
LA55 WPL passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side; under tray fitted.

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