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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB08 TZXMOT history

LB08 TZX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 191,526 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Apr 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
191,526 mi
At MOT on 11 Apr 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,185 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 TZX
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
22 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
11 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 TZX was last recorded at 191,526 miles on 11 Apr 2023, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,512 miles · 11 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
9,185 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 191,526 miles
  • 2022 – 189,610 miles
  • 2021 – 181,818 miles
  • 2020 – 172,755 miles
  • 2019 – 156,687 miles
  • 2018 – 144,324 miles
  • 2017 – 133,929 miles
  • 2016 – 120,942 miles
  • 2015 – 116,513 miles
  • 2014 – 110,901 miles
  • 2013 – 105,124 miles
  • 2012 – 97,674 miles
  • 2011 – 82,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass191,526 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear number plate lamp inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 8 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass191,526 miles (+14)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    191,526 miles
    Test number
    817110895749
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component rack (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail191,512 miles (+1,902)3 dangerous6 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,512 miles
    Test number
    728412812292
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • DangerousOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft bearing excessively worn (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Rack (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass189,610 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    189,610 miles
    Test number
    609347690910
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both OS and NS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail189,610 miles (+7,792)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    189,610 miles
    Test number
    811593867291
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both OS and NS (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass181,818 miles (+9,063)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    181,818 miles
    Test number
    660402004639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass172,755 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    172,755 miles
    Test number
    182204952539
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front dpf bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  7. Fail172,755 miles (+16,068)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,755 miles
    Test number
    521661004865
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective front dpf bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass156,687 miles (+12,363)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    156,687 miles
    Test number
    150960890644
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass144,324 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    144,324 miles
    Test number
    933880468155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail144,313 miles (+10,384)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,313 miles
    Test number
    201394613300
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass133,929 miles (+12,987)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    133,929 miles
    Test number
    808190891336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,942 miles (+46)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    120,942 miles
    Test number
    148611262467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear number plate lamp inoperative

  13. Fail120,896 miles (+4,383)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,896 miles
    Test number
    738173843989
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear number plate lamp inoperative

  14. Pass116,513 miles (+5,612)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    116,513 miles
    Test number
    127115475148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass110,901 miles (+5,777)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    110,901 miles
    Test number
    247845674472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,124 miles (+7,450)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,124 miles
    Test number
    209442673108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass97,674 miles (+14,904)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,674 miles
    Test number
    667840372119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass82,770 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    82,770 miles
    Test number
    236649451475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 TZX

Does LB08 TZX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 TZX expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 TZX?
The MOT on LB08 TZX expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 TZX done?
LB08 TZX was recorded at 191,526 miles at its MOT on 11 Apr 2023, an average of 9,185 miles a year.
Has LB08 TZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 TZX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LB08 TZX 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 TZX find?
LB08 TZX passed its latest MOT on 11 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside rear brake hose slightly twisted; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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