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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LB07 VTDMOT history

LB07 VTD is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 232,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jul 2027
Mileage
232,926 mi
At MOT on 16 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,046 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB07 VTD
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
31 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB07 VTD was last recorded at 232,926 miles on 16 Jul 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
232,926 miles · 24 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
12,046 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 232,926 miles
  • 2025 – 232,926 miles
  • 2024 – 212,062 miles
  • 2023 – 183,765 miles
  • 2022 – 169,362 miles
  • 2021 – 159,287 miles
  • 2020 – 147,411 miles
  • 2019 – 137,147 miles
  • 2018 – 123,765 miles
  • 2017 – 113,370 miles
  • 2016 – 105,176 miles
  • 2015 – 95,080 miles
  • 2014 – 84,942 miles
  • 2013 – 77,156 miles
  • 2012 – 66,046 miles
  • 2011 – 54,551 miles
  • 2010 – 40,095 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,926 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all (5.3.2 (c))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,926 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    232,926 miles
    Test number
    981464725442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect all (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a slightly worn bush all (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Pass232,926 miles (+20,864)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    232,926 miles
    Test number
    578366022247
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass212,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    212,062 miles
    Test number
    148925551941
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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. Fail212,059 miles (+28,294)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,059 miles
    Test number
    136428157971
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))

  5. Pass183,765 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    183,765 miles
    Test number
    242899597362
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Fail183,764 miles (+14,402)1 dangerous12 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,764 miles
    Test number
    506591408185
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass169,362 miles (+10,075)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    169,362 miles
    Test number
    493092996722

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass159,287 miles (+95)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    159,287 miles
    Test number
    699967542481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail159,192 miles (+11,781)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,192 miles
    Test number
    183226451529
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake inoperative on one side both sides (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass147,411 miles (+10,264)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    147,411 miles
    Test number
    910333187904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass137,147 miles (+13,382)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    137,147 miles
    Test number
    274925696471
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  12. Pass123,765 miles (+10,395)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,765 miles
    Test number
    655354674786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass113,370 miles (+8,194)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    113,370 miles
    Test number
    437101922450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass105,176 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    105,176 miles
    Test number
    409741147164
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail105,176 miles (+10,096)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,176 miles
    Test number
    226051417266
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass95,080 miles (+10,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    95,080 miles
    Test number
    959356655153
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass84,942 miles (+7,786)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    84,942 miles
    Test number
    959929074149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,156 miles (+11,110)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    77,156 miles
    Test number
    428573903201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass66,046 miles (+11,495)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    66,046 miles
    Test number
    479155382183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass54,551 miles (+14,456)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    54,551 miles
    Test number
    246839181105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,095 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    40,095 miles
    Test number
    172624090151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB07 VTD

Does LB07 VTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB07 VTD is valid until 15 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB07 VTD?
The MOT on LB07 VTD is valid until 15 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 VTD done?
LB07 VTD was recorded at 232,926 miles at its MOT on 16 Jul 2026, an average of 12,046 miles a year.
Has LB07 VTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB07 VTD has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB07 VTD 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 VTD find?
LB07 VTD passed its latest MOT on 16 Jul 2026 with 11 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 8 more.

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