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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 BVXMOT history

LB08 BVX is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 119,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
119,994 mi
At MOT on 25 Jan 2022
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,824 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 BVX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
25 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 BVX was last recorded at 119,994 miles on 25 Jan 2022, 2,354 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,640 miles · 2 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
2,354 miles
Average per year
8,824 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 119,994 miles
  • 2021 – 117,640 miles
  • 2018 – 97,214 miles
  • 2017 – 93,421 miles
  • 2016 – 82,895 miles
  • 2015 – 75,652 miles
  • 2014 – 63,051 miles
  • 2013 – 50,825 miles
  • 2012 – 39,363 miles
  • 2011 – 26,153 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,994 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,994 miles (+2,354)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    119,994 miles
    Test number
    364586392303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,640 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    117,640 miles
    Test number
    673635050632
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jack mounting missing..

  3. Fail117,637 miles (+8,420)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,637 miles
    Test number
    881272973627
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front jack mounting missing..

  4. Pass109,217 miles (+12,003)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,217 miles
    Test number
    903064541068
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOFFSIDE REAR TYRE ON LEGAL LIMIT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass97,214 miles (+3,793)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    97,214 miles
    Test number
    390143791441

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass93,421 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,421 miles
    Test number
    972855741040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail93,381 miles (+10,486)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,381 miles
    Test number
    256631099104
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

  8. Pass82,895 miles (+7,243)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    82,895 miles
    Test number
    563213216692
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTray's fitted

  9. Pass75,652 miles (+12,601)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    75,652 miles
    Test number
    644675324894
    • AdvisoryWet test

  10. Pass63,051 miles (+12,226)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    63,051 miles
    Test number
    797081964184
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • 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.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  11. Pass50,825 miles (+11,462)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,825 miles
    Test number
    228768453465
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass39,363 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,363 miles
    Test number
    726286092143
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail39,362 miles (+13,209)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,362 miles
    Test number
    279235592462
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass26,153 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    26,153 miles
    Test number
    217948251489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail26,114 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,114 miles
    Test number
    937657751118
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LB08 BVX

Does LB08 BVX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 BVX expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 BVX?
The MOT on LB08 BVX expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 BVX done?
LB08 BVX was recorded at 119,994 miles at its MOT on 25 Jan 2022, an average of 8,824 miles a year.
Has LB08 BVX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 BVX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 BVX 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 LB08 BVX find?
LB08 BVX passed its latest MOT on 25 Jan 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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