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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TKEMOT history

LB08 TKE is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 10 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 132,240 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Sept 2026
Mileage
132,240 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,150 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TKE was last recorded at 132,240 miles on 19 Sept 2025, 1,487 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,753 miles · 11 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
1,487 miles
Average per year
6,150 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,240 miles
  • 2024 – 130,753 miles
  • 2023 – 124,276 miles
  • 2022 – 121,023 miles
  • 2020 – 118,010 miles
  • 2018 – 115,848 miles
  • 2017 – 108,300 miles
  • 2016 – 95,846 miles
  • 2014 – 82,746 miles
  • 2013 – 75,142 miles
  • 2012 – 66,781 miles
  • 2011 – 44,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,240 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.

  • Engine cover/under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,240 miles (+1,487)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    132,240 miles
    Test number
    934325619815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,753 miles (+6,477)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    130,753 miles
    Test number
    638037721788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass124,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,276 miles
    Test number
    563000241049
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  4. Fail124,275 miles (+117)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,275 miles
    Test number
    405766623085
    • DangerousRear Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged Wall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test

  5. Fail124,158 miles (+3,135)2 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,158 miles
    Test number
    536782933525
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted

  6. Pass121,023 miles (+3,013)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    121,023 miles
    Test number
    322998154094
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under covers fitted

  7. Pass118,010 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    118,010 miles
    Test number
    929231173269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail118,010 miles (+2,162)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,010 miles
    Test number
    480243551705
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass115,848 miles (+7,548)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    115,848 miles
    Test number
    228079803234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,300 miles (+12,454)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    108,300 miles
    Test number
    999632812243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  11. Pass95,846 miles (+13,100)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    95,846 miles
    Test number
    502848906048
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt not tested,child seat obstructing full inspection

  12. Fail82,746 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,746 miles
    Test number
    297127374253
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  13. Pass82,746 miles (+7,604)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    82,746 miles
    Test number
    597767674259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass75,142 miles (+21)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,142 miles
    Test number
    979751973160
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail75,121 miles (+8,340)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,121 miles
    Test number
    776590673130
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail66,781 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    206128262115
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  17. Pass66,781 miles (+22,395)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    66,781 miles
    Test number
    549018762145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass44,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,386 miles
    Test number
    469908451136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TKE

Does LB08 TKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TKE expired on 18 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TKE?
The MOT on LB08 TKE expired on 18 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TKE done?
LB08 TKE was recorded at 132,240 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2025, an average of 6,150 miles a year.
Has LB08 TKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TKE has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 TKE 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 TKE find?
LB08 TKE passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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