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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 2006 · 2,497 cc

LB06 GHKMOT history

LB06 GHK is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 30 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,747 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
137,747 mi
At MOT on 7 May 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,441 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 GHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
7 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 GHK was last recorded at 137,747 miles on 7 May 2026, 3,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,208 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,539 miles
Average per year
6,441 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,747 miles
  • 2025 – 134,208 miles
  • 2024 – 124,118 miles
  • 2023 – 119,221 miles
  • 2022 – 115,970 miles
  • 2021 – 111,813 miles
  • 2020 – 106,149 miles
  • 2019 – 100,534 miles
  • 2018 – 94,798 miles
  • 2017 – 88,825 miles
  • 2016 – 82,060 miles
  • 2015 – 76,335 miles
  • 2014 – 70,269 miles
  • 2013 – 62,778 miles
  • 2012 – 54,157 miles
  • 2011 – 45,237 miles
  • 2010 – 37,128 miles
  • 2009 – 28,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,747 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Arms Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rears (at rear)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertrays fitted restricting inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,747 miles (+3,539)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    137,747 miles
    Test number
    174760000155
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Front To Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Arms Front Bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass134,208 miles (+31)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    134,208 miles
    Test number
    132108141502
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rears (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection

  3. Fail134,177 miles (+10,059)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,177 miles
    Test number
    930310154349
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rears (at rear) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) offside and nearside
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection

  4. Pass124,118 miles (+4,897)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,118 miles
    Test number
    213968496169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both

  5. Pass119,221 miles (+3,251)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,221 miles
    Test number
    318859998130
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass115,970 miles (+4,157)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2023
    Odometer
    115,970 miles
    Test number
    587121896553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass111,813 miles (+5,664)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,813 miles
    Test number
    874353201643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,149 miles (+5,615)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    106,149 miles
    Test number
    822952147619

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass100,534 miles (+5,736)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2020
    Odometer
    100,534 miles
    Test number
    505600439125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,798 miles (+5,973)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,798 miles
    Test number
    458461722216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass88,825 miles (+6,765)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    88,825 miles
    Test number
    920157174266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass82,060 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    295209444285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,060 miles (+5,725)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,060 miles
    Test number
    660523978709
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/40/18 run flat (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass76,335 miles (+6,066)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,335 miles
    Test number
    238903745184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/S/R brake pads sensor wire insecure

  15. Pass70,269 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    70,269 miles
    Test number
    278963044155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail70,269 miles (+7,491)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,269 miles
    Test number
    216843244127
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass62,778 miles (+8,621)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    62,778 miles
    Test number
    538933843176
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  18. Pass54,157 miles (+8,920)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,157 miles
    Test number
    637053442189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass45,237 miles (+8,109)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,237 miles
    Test number
    568038641168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,128 miles (+8,153)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,128 miles
    Test number
    112469540172
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteLow tone horn not working
    • NoteMany undertrays and covers fitted to this vehicle as standard, these were not removed during the MOT

  21. Pass28,975 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    28,975 miles
    Test number
    711108569181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LB06 GHK

Does LB06 GHK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 GHK is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 GHK?
The MOT on LB06 GHK is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 GHK done?
LB06 GHK was recorded at 137,747 miles at its MOT on 7 May 2026, an average of 6,441 miles a year.
Has LB06 GHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 GHK has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 GHK 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 LB06 GHK find?
LB06 GHK passed its latest MOT on 7 May 2026 with 5 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 2 more.

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