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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 FHLMOT history

LB07 FHL is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
144,526 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 FHL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 FHL was last recorded at 144,526 miles on 30 Sept 2026, 159 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,367 miles · 4 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
159 miles
Average per year
5,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,526 miles
  • 2025 – 133,794 miles
  • 2024 – 116,024 miles
  • 2023 – 114,443 miles
  • 2022 – 112,066 miles
  • 2021 – 107,784 miles
  • 2020 – 106,399 miles
  • 2019 – 103,544 miles
  • 2018 – 100,616 miles
  • 2017 – 97,555 miles
  • 2016 – 94,423 miles
  • 2015 – 87,882 miles
  • 2014 – 83,808 miles
  • 2013 – 75,177 miles
  • 2012 – 67,360 miles
  • 2011 – 62,939 miles
  • 2010 – 52,972 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,526 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 29 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,526 miles (+159)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    144,526 miles
    Test number
    891012930270
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail144,367 miles (+10,573)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,367 miles
    Test number
    284484729378
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass133,794 miles (+17,770)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    133,794 miles
    Test number
    994775029943
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass116,024 miles (+1,581)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    116,024 miles
    Test number
    810717629384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass114,443 miles (+2,377)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    114,443 miles
    Test number
    362076830340
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass112,066 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    112,066 miles
    Test number
    301351638688
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail112,066 miles (+4,282)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,066 miles
    Test number
    676181192852
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass107,784 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    162990606012
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail107,784 miles (+1,385)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,784 miles
    Test number
    862186654189
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning angle eye inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass106,399 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,399 miles
    Test number
    479411255817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail106,398 miles (+2,854)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,398 miles
    Test number
    576884520700
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass103,544 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    103,544 miles
    Test number
    548581429905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Fail103,544 miles (+2,928)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,544 miles
    Test number
    869301516197
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt DROP LINK (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass100,616 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    100,616 miles
    Test number
    187903060844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail100,587 miles (+3,032)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,587 miles
    Test number
    770919335127
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

  16. Pass97,555 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    97,555 miles
    Test number
    912802682134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail97,555 miles (+3,132)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,555 miles
    Test number
    378808564953
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  18. Pass94,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    94,423 miles
    Test number
    889780026914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail94,423 miles (+6,541)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,423 miles
    Test number
    126988881520
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  20. Pass87,882 miles (+4,074)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    87,882 miles
    Test number
    712258775505
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres around 3mm

  21. Pass83,808 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    83,808 miles
    Test number
    435462294115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,808 miles (+8,631)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,808 miles
    Test number
    346972494114
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass75,177 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    75,177 miles
    Test number
    125966993163
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking and close to leagal limit

  24. Fail75,165 miles (+7,805)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,165 miles
    Test number
    157236693165
    • FailureNearside Main beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smearing
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking and close to leagal limit

  25. Pass67,360 miles (+4,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    67,360 miles
    Test number
    915788592132
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass62,939 miles (+9,967)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    62,939 miles
    Test number
    168072651253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass52,972 miles (+632)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    52,972 miles
    Test number
    441054750253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass52,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    52,340 miles
    Test number
    782610310211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 FHL

Does LB07 FHL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 FHL is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 FHL?
The MOT on LB07 FHL is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 FHL done?
LB07 FHL was recorded at 144,526 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2026, an average of 5,700 miles a year.
Has LB07 FHL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 FHL has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB07 FHL 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 FHL find?
LB07 FHL passed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2026 with 5 advisories: exhaust emits black smoke during acceleration; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside rear upper suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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