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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TEUMOT history

LB08 TEU is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 217,074 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 15 Feb 2023
Mileage
217,074 mi
At MOT on 15 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
14,317 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TEU
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 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
15 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TEU was last recorded at 217,074 miles on 15 Feb 2022, 712 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,362 miles · 11 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
712 miles
Average per year
14,317 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 217,074 miles
  • 2021 – 216,362 miles
  • 2020 – 213,778 miles
  • 2019 – 203,586 miles
  • 2018 – 192,122 miles
  • 2017 – 180,625 miles
  • 2016 – 170,442 miles
  • 2015 – 153,848 miles
  • 2014 – 137,971 miles
  • 2013 – 130,349 miles
  • 2012 – 118,879 miles
  • 2011 – 115,377 miles
  • 2010 – 86,301 miles
  • 2009 – 36,024 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass217,074 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 24 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass217,074 miles (+712)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    217,074 miles
    Test number
    529231959623
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass216,362 miles (+2,584)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    216,362 miles
    Test number
    669490817473
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass213,778 miles (+10,192)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    213,778 miles
    Test number
    415668506685
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides, lower arm front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass203,586 miles (+11,464)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    203,586 miles
    Test number
    189592043388
    • AdvisoryBodywork damaged.
    • AdvisoryFront number plate in poor condition.
    • AdvisoryJust acceptable damage to N/S rear tyre valve.
    • AdvisoryLow emitter - no emission paperwork.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen cracked not affecting drivers view of the road.

  5. Pass192,122 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    192,122 miles
    Test number
    290159516327
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays /engine cover /sill covers

  6. Fail192,122 miles (+11,497)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,122 miles
    Test number
    344725864782
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer wall (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine
    • AdvisoryUnder trays /engine cover /sill covers

  7. Pass180,625 miles (+10,183)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    180,625 miles
    Test number
    400333761508
    • DangerousPlay in propshaft centre bearing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Pass170,442 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    170,442 miles
    Test number
    225691477500
    • AdvisoryDiesel exhaust emission not recorded

  9. Fail170,439 miles (+16,591)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,439 miles
    Test number
    873730747275
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryDiesel exhaust emission not recorded

  10. Pass153,848 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    153,848 miles
    Test number
    597463145044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail153,848 miles (+15,877)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,848 miles
    Test number
    155022045031
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass137,971 miles (+7,622)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    137,971 miles
    Test number
    988213344031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass130,349 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    130,349 miles
    Test number
    466425543043
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail130,349 miles (+11,470)1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,349 miles
    Test number
    669425843067
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass118,879 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    118,879 miles
    Test number
    415865042067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail118,879 miles (+3,502)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,879 miles
    Test number
    605811242063
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass115,377 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    115,377 miles
    Test number
    375048841284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail115,377 miles (+8,639)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,377 miles
    Test number
    929928141283
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass106,738 miles (+20,437)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    106,738 miles
    Test number
    198516261135
    • NoteFront and rear discs slightly worn

  20. Pass86,301 miles (+18,994)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,301 miles
    Test number
    402453060347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass67,307 miles (+10,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,307 miles
    Test number
    852996670141
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass57,150 miles (+21,126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    57,150 miles
    Test number
    503049720033
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass36,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    36,024 miles
    Test number
    940595479136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TEU

Does LB08 TEU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TEU expired on 15 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TEU?
The MOT on LB08 TEU expired on 15 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TEU done?
LB08 TEU was recorded at 217,074 miles at its MOT on 15 Feb 2022, an average of 14,317 miles a year.
Has LB08 TEU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TEU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2018.
Has the mileage on LB08 TEU 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 TEU find?
LB08 TEU passed its latest MOT on 15 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.

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