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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LB03 MOFMOT history

LB03 MOF is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 69,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
69,125 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 MOF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 MOF was last recorded at 69,125 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 701 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,424 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
701 miles
Average per year
2,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,125 miles
  • 2025 – 68,424 miles
  • 2024 – 68,410 miles
  • 2023 – 68,164 miles
  • 2022 – 68,025 miles
  • 2021 – 67,837 miles
  • 2020 – 67,533 miles
  • 2019 – 66,881 miles
  • 2018 – 66,016 miles
  • 2017 – 64,485 miles
  • 2016 – 63,380 miles
  • 2015 – 60,532 miles
  • 2014 – 57,560 miles
  • 2013 – 53,348 miles
  • 2012 – 49,128 miles
  • 2011 – 46,233 miles
  • 2010 – 43,424 miles
  • 2009 – 39,460 miles
  • 2008 – 33,678 miles
  • 2007 – 27,774 miles
  • 2006 – 19,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,125 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory8 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 19 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,125 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    317908437026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass68,424 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    68,424 miles
    Test number
    201101289936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,410 miles (+246)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    68,410 miles
    Test number
    719939080893
    • AdvisoryFront undertray partly missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass68,164 miles (+139)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    68,164 miles
    Test number
    207088350825
    • AdvisoryUnder tray damaged and partly missing
  5. Pass68,025 miles (+188)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    564657011957
    • AdvisoryUndertray fragmentary.
  6. Pass67,837 miles (+304)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    67,837 miles
    Test number
    586597121507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass67,533 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    67,533 miles
    Test number
    630854313256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass66,881 miles (+865)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    66,881 miles
    Test number
    943828924377
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip in the A zone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin front & rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass66,016 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    66,016 miles
    Test number
    987363271336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass64,485 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    469003658379
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  11. Fail64,485 miles (+1,105)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,485 miles
    Test number
    370481853472
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
  12. Pass63,380 miles (+2,848)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    63,380 miles
    Test number
    402208027850
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass60,532 miles (+2,972)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    60,532 miles
    Test number
    207516975114
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Pass57,560 miles (+5)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,560 miles
    Test number
    966509784118
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round
  15. Fail57,555 miles (+4,207)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,555 miles
    Test number
    638508984100
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted all round
  16. Pass53,348 miles (+4,220)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    53,348 miles
    Test number
    955556883167
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass49,128 miles (+2,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    49,128 miles
    Test number
    367257782162
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  18. Pass46,233 miles (+2,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    46,233 miles
    Test number
    565726881152
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Fail43,424 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,424 miles
    Test number
    132436580165
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  20. Pass43,424 miles (+3,964)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    43,424 miles
    Test number
    840926680164
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  21. Pass39,460 miles (+5,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    39,460 miles
    Test number
    210727079481
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  22. Pass33,678 miles (+5,904)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,678 miles
    Test number
    143546488102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,774 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    27,774 miles
    Test number
    740294487157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail27,765 miles (+8,444)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,765 miles
    Test number
    840923787178
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  25. Pass19,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    19,321 miles
    Test number
    184700576145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 MOF

Does LB03 MOF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 MOF is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 MOF?
The MOT on LB03 MOF is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 MOF done?
LB03 MOF was recorded at 69,125 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 2,525 miles a year.
Has LB03 MOF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 MOF has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jun 2017.
Has the mileage on LB03 MOF 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 LB03 MOF find?
LB03 MOF passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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