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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,497 cc

LB05 GYOMOT history

LB05 GYO is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 58,276 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,276 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB05 GYO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB05 GYO was last recorded at 58,276 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 1,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,542 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,734 miles
Average per year
2,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,276 miles
  • 2025 – 56,542 miles
  • 2024 – 54,286 miles
  • 2023 – 53,206 miles
  • 2022 – 52,090 miles
  • 2021 – 48,595 miles
  • 2020 – 45,523 miles
  • 2019 – 40,632 miles
  • 2018 – 37,353 miles
  • 2017 – 35,243 miles
  • 2016 – 29,816 miles
  • 2015 – 26,066 miles
  • 2014 – 24,271 miles
  • 2013 – 19,236 miles
  • 2012 – 16,524 miles
  • 2011 – 12,268 miles
  • 2010 – 9,876 miles
  • 2009 – 8,484 miles
  • 2008 – 7,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,276 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 3 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,276 miles (+1,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,276 miles
    Test number
    857231023270
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass56,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    56,542 miles
    Test number
    182151976521

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail56,542 miles (+2,256)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,542 miles
    Test number
    942305644092
    • DangerousRear Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass54,286 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    54,286 miles
    Test number
    607339709259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail54,286 miles (+1,080)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,286 miles
    Test number
    395168905697
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass53,206 miles (+1,116)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    53,206 miles
    Test number
    595797028820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass52,090 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    52,090 miles
    Test number
    794553026999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail52,089 miles (+3,494)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,089 miles
    Test number
    954188143324
    • MajorBoot lid insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass48,595 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    48,595 miles
    Test number
    756412978070
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Fail48,595 miles (+3,072)2 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,595 miles
    Test number
    877493473118
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass45,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    45,523 miles
    Test number
    932890916469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,523 miles (+4,891)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,523 miles
    Test number
    549532429041
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  13. Pass40,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    40,632 miles
    Test number
    140731392031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,632 miles1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,632 miles
    Test number
    605287023461
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Fail40,632 miles (+3,279)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,632 miles
    Test number
    732914980645
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  16. Pass37,353 miles (+2,110)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    37,353 miles
    Test number
    583464771285
    • AdvisoryAir suspension warning light on

  17. Pass35,243 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    35,243 miles
    Test number
    290265378963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail35,243 miles (+5,427)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,243 miles
    Test number
    529958075174
    • FailureBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)

  19. Pass29,816 miles (+3,750)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,816 miles
    Test number
    774255128951

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass26,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    26,066 miles
    Test number
    898768045142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail26,066 miles (+1,795)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,066 miles
    Test number
    685368745143
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass24,271 miles (+5,035)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    24,271 miles
    Test number
    775391564153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,236 miles (+2,712)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    19,236 miles
    Test number
    149044343149
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Pass16,524 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    16,524 miles
    Test number
    725635732132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass12,268 miles (+2,392)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    12,268 miles
    Test number
    588213241127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,876 miles (+1,392)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    9,876 miles
    Test number
    822638040160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,484 miles (+1,431)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    8,484 miles
    Test number
    251290549421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass7,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    7,053 miles
    Test number
    242275658168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB05 GYO

Does LB05 GYO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB05 GYO is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB05 GYO?
The MOT on LB05 GYO is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB05 GYO done?
LB05 GYO was recorded at 58,276 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 2,816 miles a year.
Has LB05 GYO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB05 GYO has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LB05 GYO 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 LB05 GYO find?
LB05 GYO passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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