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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TDUMOT history

LB08 TDU is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 5 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 83,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 20 Jul 2026
Mileage
83,806 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
2,510 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TDU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 20 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TDU was last recorded at 83,806 miles on 21 Jul 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,805 miles · 17 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,510 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,806 miles
  • 2024 – 82,105 miles
  • 2023 – 78,719 miles
  • 2022 – 76,896 miles
  • 2021 – 73,097 miles
  • 2020 – 71,745 miles
  • 2019 – 69,416 miles
  • 2018 – 65,657 miles
  • 2017 – 60,325 miles
  • 2016 – 57,591 miles
  • 2015 – 56,413 miles
  • 2014 – 54,606 miles
  • 2013 – 52,955 miles
  • 2012 – 50,822 miles
  • 2011 – 48,417 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,806 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,806 miles (+1)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,806 miles
    Test number
    414135678072
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  2. Fail83,805 miles (+1,700)3 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,805 miles
    Test number
    869947966022
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  3. Pass82,105 miles (+3,386)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    82,105 miles
    Test number
    381775941014
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass78,719 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    78,719 miles
    Test number
    552688312378
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail78,718 miles (+1,822)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,718 miles
    Test number
    695130221953
    • MajorRear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended centre (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass76,896 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    76,896 miles
    Test number
    927718369121
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail76,895 miles (+3,798)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,895 miles
    Test number
    708322432740
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass73,097 miles (+1,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    73,097 miles
    Test number
    634897674349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,745 miles (+2,329)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    71,745 miles
    Test number
    122068519206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass69,416 miles (+3,759)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    69,416 miles
    Test number
    289450494922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass65,657 miles (+5,332)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    65,657 miles
    Test number
    774379614082
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass60,325 miles (+2,734)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    60,325 miles
    Test number
    652658076050
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  13. Pass57,591 miles (+1,178)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    57,591 miles
    Test number
    319979294458
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass56,413 miles (+1,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    56,413 miles
    Test number
    186820745254
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass54,606 miles (+1,651)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    228283104233
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass52,955 miles (+2,133)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    52,955 miles
    Test number
    226086303259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass50,822 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    50,822 miles
    Test number
    379545502466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    48,417 miles
    Test number
    645007761172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TDU

Does LB08 TDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TDU expired on 20 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TDU?
The MOT on LB08 TDU expired on 20 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TDU done?
LB08 TDU was recorded at 83,806 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2025, an average of 2,510 miles a year.
Has LB08 TDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TDU has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LB08 TDU 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 TDU find?
LB08 TDU passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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