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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 AXSMOT history

LB07 AXS is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Jun 2007. Its MOT is valid until 11 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Aug 2027
Mileage
180,942 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,354 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 AXS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
22 Jun 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 AXS was last recorded at 180,942 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 7,212 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,730 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,212 miles
Average per year
8,354 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,942 miles
  • 2025 – 173,730 miles
  • 2024 – 167,716 miles
  • 2023 – 162,810 miles
  • 2022 – 160,581 miles
  • 2021 – 158,486 miles
  • 2020 – 151,578 miles
  • 2018 – 136,967 miles
  • 2017 – 130,358 miles
  • 2016 – 121,479 miles
  • 2015 – 112,145 miles
  • 2014 – 97,920 miles
  • 2013 – 81,886 miles
  • 2012 – 69,814 miles
  • 2011 – 56,176 miles
  • 2010 – 45,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,942 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 3 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,942 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    180,942 miles
    Test number
    396858077665
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail180,942 miles (+7,212)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,942 miles
    Test number
    275815469223
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has had the tread recut (5.2.3 (g))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass173,730 miles (+6,014)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    173,730 miles
    Test number
    572583205906
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  4. Pass167,716 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    167,716 miles
    Test number
    525249102774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail167,673 miles (+4,863)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,673 miles
    Test number
    294682219207
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexible pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront d-bushes worn

  6. Pass162,810 miles (+10)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    162,810 miles
    Test number
    970456452714
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  7. Fail162,800 miles (+2,219)1 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,800 miles
    Test number
    645728035479
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  8. Pass160,581 miles (+99)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    160,581 miles
    Test number
    119030178163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged retaining mechanism working intermittently (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Fail160,482 miles (+1,996)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,482 miles
    Test number
    358518159018
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  10. Pass158,486 miles (+69)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    158,486 miles
    Test number
    350479988773
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail158,417 miles (+6,839)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,417 miles
    Test number
    408534371852
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt offside front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSteering box leaking to the extent that oil is dripping (2.1.1 (e) (ii))

  12. Pass151,578 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    151,578 miles
    Test number
    125411396613
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated two/2 primary retaining catches fitted offside of the 2 not closing (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator light illuminated however brake pad condition are like new all round
    • AdvisoryDual mass flywheel rattling badly

  13. Fail151,578 miles (+78)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,578 miles
    Test number
    294768118594
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working angle came back on when bonnet shut (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated two/2 primary retaining catches fitted offside of the 2 not closing (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator light illuminated however brake pad condition are like new all round
    • AdvisoryDual mass flywheel rattling badly

  14. Fail151,500 miles (+14,533)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,500 miles
    Test number
    406638275463
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs poor condition

  15. Pass136,967 miles (+117)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    136,967 miles
    Test number
    646636439968
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle is stiff to operate
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is starting to perish
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are in poor condition

  16. Fail136,850 miles (+6,492)1 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,850 miles
    Test number
    168859363180
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs are in poor condition
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates are deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside rear seat belt buckle is stiff to operate
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre is starting to perish

  17. Pass130,358 miles (+25)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,358 miles
    Test number
    955215121870
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail130,333 miles (+8,854)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,333 miles
    Test number
    199404423857
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass121,479 miles (+9,334)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,479 miles
    Test number
    193942598781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass112,145 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    112,145 miles
    Test number
    229885005290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail112,140 miles (+14,220)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,140 miles
    Test number
    208184105290
    • FailureWheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  22. Pass97,920 miles (+16,034)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    97,920 miles
    Test number
    917515104272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,886 miles (+12,072)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    81,886 miles
    Test number
    628761403225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass69,814 miles (+13,638)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    69,814 miles
    Test number
    936735182127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass56,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    867942781167
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  26. Fail56,176 miles (+10,499)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,176 miles
    Test number
    705380281118
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  27. Pass45,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    45,677 miles
    Test number
    840974950127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 AXS

Does LB07 AXS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 AXS is valid until 11 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 AXS?
The MOT on LB07 AXS is valid until 11 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 AXS done?
LB07 AXS was recorded at 180,942 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 8,354 miles a year.
Has LB07 AXS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 AXS has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 AXS 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 LB07 AXS find?
LB07 AXS passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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