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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 SVZMOT history

LB07 SVZ is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 190,241 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
190,241 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,639 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 SVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
26 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 SVZ was last recorded at 190,241 miles on 9 Jul 2026, 158 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,083 miles · 18 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
158 miles
Average per year
8,639 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 190,241 miles
  • 2025 – 190,083 miles
  • 2023 – 189,940 miles
  • 2021 – 172,853 miles
  • 2020 – 164,568 miles
  • 2019 – 147,840 miles
  • 2018 – 139,603 miles
  • 2016 – 131,994 miles
  • 2015 – 118,573 miles
  • 2014 – 100,583 miles
  • 2013 – 93,791 miles
  • 2012 – 83,091 miles
  • 2011 – 67,286 miles
  • 2010 – 51,689 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass190,241 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass190,241 miles (+158)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    190,241 miles
    Test number
    870142032964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass190,083 miles (+143)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    190,083 miles
    Test number
    849774660474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass189,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    189,940 miles
    Test number
    239463286232
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  4. Fail189,940 miles1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,940 miles
    Test number
    801156079300
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  5. Pass289,756 km2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    289,756 km
    Test number
    226393162613
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s bald outer edges 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Fail289,756 km2 dangerous8 major2 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    289,756 km
    Test number
    223456923765
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50x17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating n/s and o/s (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (rear) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s bald outer edges 225/45x17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))

  7. Pass172,853 miles (+25)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    172,853 miles
    Test number
    312642978891
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s LIMITS!! (225/50x17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail172,828 miles (+8,260)7 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,828 miles
    Test number
    324811104909
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (forward) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s LIMITS!! (225/50x17) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass164,568 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    164,568 miles
    Test number
    644378241407
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Fail164,568 miles (+16,728)3 dangerous9 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,568 miles
    Test number
    461031096169
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened x 2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed x 2 (225/50x17) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating x 2 (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x 2 (1.2.1 (e))

  11. Pass147,840 miles (+8,237)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    147,840 miles
    Test number
    694708023935
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass139,603 miles (+7,609)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    139,603 miles
    Test number
    620495360205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass131,994 miles (+13,421)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    131,994 miles
    Test number
    282443496309
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit low on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.9mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.8mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass118,573 miles (+17,990)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    118,573 miles
    Test number
    608740725247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,583 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    100,583 miles
    Test number
    935552564242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail100,583 miles (+6,792)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,583 miles
    Test number
    615062664237
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass93,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    93,791 miles
    Test number
    999921633265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,791 miles (+10,700)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,791 miles
    Test number
    949961133254
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)

  19. Pass83,091 miles (+15,805)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    83,091 miles
    Test number
    435811482158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass67,286 miles (+15,597)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,286 miles
    Test number
    228840681414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass51,689 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    51,689 miles
    Test number
    270196970148
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

Questions about LB07 SVZ

Does LB07 SVZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 SVZ is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 SVZ?
The MOT on LB07 SVZ is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB07 SVZ done?
LB07 SVZ was recorded at 190,241 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2026, an average of 8,639 miles a year.
Has LB07 SVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 SVZ has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on LB07 SVZ 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 SVZ find?
LB07 SVZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front wheel bearing slightly noisy.

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