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BMW 520

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LB03 MDUMOT history

LB03 MDU is a black petrol BMW 520 first used on 26 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,640 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
117,640 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,045 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 MDU was last recorded at 117,640 miles on 24 Jan 2026, 1,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Jan 2017: 95,580 miles, lower than 95,945 miles on 12 Jul 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassMileage went down
Previous MOT
116,025 miles · 18 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,615 miles
Average per year
4,045 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,640 miles
  • 2025 – 116,025 miles
  • 2024 – 115,178 miles
  • 2023 – 114,448 miles
  • 2020 – 107,339 miles
  • 2018 – 102,824 miles
  • 2017 – 98,546 miles
  • 2016 – 95,945 miles
  • 2013 – 94,689 miles
  • 2012 – 84,440 miles
  • 2011 – 75,869 miles
  • 2010 – 65,840 miles
  • 2009 – 59,119 miles
  • 2008 – 52,419 miles
  • 2007 – 45,435 miles
  • 2006 – 38,593 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,640 miles
  • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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 Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 10 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,640 miles (+1,615)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    117,640 miles
    Test number
    399453025862
    • MinorFront Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass116,025 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    116,025 miles
    Test number
    889819279830
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Fail116,025 miles (+847)3 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,025 miles
    Test number
    802063713710
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass115,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    115,178 miles
    Test number
    744690387110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail115,178 miles (+730)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,178 miles
    Test number
    604022201252
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass114,448 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    494785348374
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  7. Fail114,448 miles3 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    483072097035
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    999518174852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. FailMileage not read2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    220944762060
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Suspension arm insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    462449777710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass107,339 miles (+4,515)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    107,339 miles
    Test number
    502224097766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass102,824 miles (+4,278)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    102,824 miles
    Test number
    872651438307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,546 miles (+2,966)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    98,546 miles
    Test number
    290243300283
    • AdvisoryN/s/f suspension leg slight leaking.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r sub frame mounting point surface corrosion.

  14. Pass95,580 miles (-365)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    95,580 miles
    Test number
    145239105730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass95,945 miles (+1,256)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    95,945 miles
    Test number
    524988172075
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass94,689 miles (+10,249)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    94,689 miles
    Test number
    386399583136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  17. Pass84,440 miles (+8,571)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    84,440 miles
    Test number
    489939882156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass75,869 miles (+10,029)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    75,869 miles
    Test number
    375553681159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,840 miles (+6,721)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    65,840 miles
    Test number
    292501790403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,119 miles (+6,700)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    59,119 miles
    Test number
    194509799191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass52,419 miles (+6,984)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    52,419 miles
    Test number
    512851598109
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass45,435 miles (+6,842)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    45,435 miles
    Test number
    463251697173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,593 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    38,593 miles
    Test number
    254621296410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail38,593 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,593 miles
    Test number
    231941896423
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LB03 MDU

Does LB03 MDU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 MDU is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MDU?
The MOT on LB03 MDU is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 MDU done?
LB03 MDU was recorded at 117,640 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2026, an average of 4,045 miles a year.
Has LB03 MDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MDU has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB03 MDU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Jan 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 MDU find?
LB03 MDU passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres..

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