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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 CPOMOT history

LB08 CPO is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 149,814 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
149,814 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 CPO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
26 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 CPO was last recorded at 149,814 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 14,936 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,878 miles · 16 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
14,936 miles
Average per year
7,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 149,814 miles
  • 2024 – 134,878 miles
  • 2023 – 126,975 miles
  • 2022 – 124,198 miles
  • 2021 – 121,528 miles
  • 2020 – 118,475 miles
  • 2019 – 113,048 miles
  • 2018 – 103,595 miles
  • 2017 – 90,915 miles
  • 2016 – 81,696 miles
  • 2015 – 73,801 miles
  • 2014 – 68,605 miles
  • 2013 – 63,395 miles
  • 2012 – 56,955 miles
  • 2011 – 41,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,814 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear pad sensor close

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 3 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,814 miles (+14,936)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    149,814 miles
    Test number
    986083991759
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass134,878 miles (+7,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    134,878 miles
    Test number
    836307472729
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass126,975 miles (+2,777)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    126,975 miles
    Test number
    593152568321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,198 miles (+2,670)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    124,198 miles
    Test number
    531777621393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass121,528 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,528 miles
    Test number
    843213484344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail121,528 miles (+3,053)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,528 miles
    Test number
    385792625982
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass118,475 miles (+21)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    118,475 miles
    Test number
    377468529984
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad sensor close
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Fail118,454 miles (+5,406)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,454 miles
    Test number
    269861391423
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear pad sensor close
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass113,048 miles (+9,453)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    113,048 miles
    Test number
    437475900597
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt all rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  10. Pass103,595 miles (+26)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    103,595 miles
    Test number
    195289843535
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  11. Fail103,569 miles (+12,654)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,569 miles
    Test number
    886775158966
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  12. Pass90,915 miles (+9,219)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    90,915 miles
    Test number
    244814067772
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2MM (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass81,696 miles (+7,895)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    81,696 miles
    Test number
    162414102092
    • AdvisoryEngine and floor pan covers fitted preventing an inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from the drivers view prior to starting the inspection
  14. Pass73,801 miles (+5,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    73,801 miles
    Test number
    296330945159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass68,605 miles (+5,210)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    477847054107
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass63,395 miles (+6,440)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    63,395 miles
    Test number
    339111753175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass56,955 miles (+15,287)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,955 miles
    Test number
    429969852187
    • NotePlastic covers under car unable to carry out full underneath inspection
    • NoteZero emissions no print off
  18. Pass41,668 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,668 miles
    Test number
    926933521109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 CPO

Does LB08 CPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 CPO is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 CPO?
The MOT on LB08 CPO is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 CPO done?
LB08 CPO was recorded at 149,814 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 7,463 miles a year.
Has LB08 CPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 CPO has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB08 CPO 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 CPO find?
LB08 CPO passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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