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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 AZTMOT history

LB09 AZT is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,333 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Aug 2027
Mileage
166,333 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,693 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 AZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
3 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 AZT was last recorded at 166,333 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,331 miles · 22 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
8,693 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 166,333 miles
  • 2025 – 160,855 miles
  • 2024 – 153,551 miles
  • 2023 – 146,016 miles
  • 2022 – 138,844 miles
  • 2021 – 133,517 miles
  • 2020 – 128,591 miles
  • 2019 – 125,155 miles
  • 2018 – 119,457 miles
  • 2017 – 110,542 miles
  • 2016 – 98,731 miles
  • 2015 – 89,947 miles
  • 2014 – 74,823 miles
  • 2013 – 62,861 miles
  • 2012 – 43,740 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,333 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

22 tests since 20 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,333 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    166,333 miles
    Test number
    962235147661
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail166,331 miles (+5,476)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,331 miles
    Test number
    609755794473
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass160,855 miles (+26)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,855 miles
    Test number
    595116197066
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail160,829 miles (+7,278)1 dangerous1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,829 miles
    Test number
    658850014670
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass153,551 miles (+146)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    153,551 miles
    Test number
    550903950367
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Fail153,405 miles (+7,389)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,405 miles
    Test number
    762033348404
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  7. Pass146,016 miles (+7,172)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    146,016 miles
    Test number
    474188946832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,844 miles (+5,327)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    138,844 miles
    Test number
    367444169464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,517 miles (+4,926)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    133,517 miles
    Test number
    714216663734
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass128,591 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    128,591 miles
    Test number
    807485054223
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail128,590 miles (+3,435)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,590 miles
    Test number
    636522422712
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225-50-r17 -94w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge and centre tread on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass125,155 miles (+5,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,155 miles
    Test number
    473080502942
    • 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))

  13. Pass119,457 miles (+8,915)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,457 miles
    Test number
    311052540265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass110,542 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    110,542 miles
    Test number
    822201552636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge

  15. Fail110,542 miles (+11,811)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,542 miles
    Test number
    487745935284
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing inner edge

  16. Pass98,731 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    98,731 miles
    Test number
    808718243094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail98,711 miles (+8,764)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,711 miles
    Test number
    601469777876
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  18. Pass89,947 miles (+15,124)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    89,947 miles
    Test number
    386035515215
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOff side rear tyre inner edge has zero tread on wear blocks so unable to determin tyre life

  19. Pass74,823 miles (+11,962)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    74,823 miles
    Test number
    908789364268
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,861 miles (+5,815)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,861 miles
    Test number
    995125373202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass57,046 miles (+13,306)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    57,046 miles
    Test number
    147645713152
    • NoteWinter tyres fitted at time of test

  22. Pass43,740 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    43,740 miles
    Test number
    889432672113
    • NoteWipers smearing

Questions about LB09 AZT

Does LB09 AZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 AZT is valid until 7 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 AZT?
The MOT on LB09 AZT is valid until 7 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 AZT done?
LB09 AZT was recorded at 166,333 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 8,693 miles a year.
Has LB09 AZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 AZT has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 AZT 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 LB09 AZT find?
LB09 AZT passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working high viz.

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