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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 LZCMOT history

LB09 LZC is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 168,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
168,906 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,273 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 LZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 LZC was last recorded at 168,906 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,906 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,273 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 168,906 miles
  • 2024 – 166,200 miles
  • 2023 – 164,025 miles
  • 2022 – 154,742 miles
  • 2021 – 145,799 miles
  • 2020 – 139,644 miles
  • 2019 – 135,612 miles
  • 2018 – 129,767 miles
  • 2017 – 123,561 miles
  • 2016 – 120,803 miles
  • 2015 – 112,443 miles
  • 2014 – 99,713 miles
  • 2013 – 87,897 miles
  • 2012 – 59,282 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,906 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 16 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,906 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    168,906 miles
    Test number
    529534128278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail168,906 miles (+2,706)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,906 miles
    Test number
    671664704681
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Pass166,200 miles (+2,175)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    166,200 miles
    Test number
    453412069987
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass164,025 miles (+9,283)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    164,025 miles
    Test number
    341164868148
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass154,742 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    154,742 miles
    Test number
    552293922564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail154,741 miles (+8,942)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,741 miles
    Test number
    627608231359
    • MajorEmission control equipment obviously defective dpf pressure sensor pipe defective (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass145,799 miles (+6,155)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,799 miles
    Test number
    681755620338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass139,644 miles (+4,032)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    139,644 miles
    Test number
    410359727125
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated latch (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge and cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension lower arms bushes split and slightly worn

  9. Pass135,612 miles (+205)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    135,612 miles
    Test number
    928662673193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail135,407 miles (+5,640)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,407 miles
    Test number
    110012640870
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working sidelight (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass129,767 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    129,767 miles
    Test number
    407021612414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,561 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,561 miles
    Test number
    252874017420
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly ripped

  13. Fail123,561 miles (+2,758)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,561 miles
    Test number
    415179225277
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly ripped

  14. Pass120,803 miles (+8,360)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    120,803 miles
    Test number
    386376023468
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  15. Pass112,443 miles (+12,730)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    112,443 miles
    Test number
    967649915248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,713 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    855629004227
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail99,713 miles (+11,816)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    686109804273
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass87,897 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    87,897 miles
    Test number
    235156223245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail87,897 miles (+28,615)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,897 miles
    Test number
    489155923291
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass59,282 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    59,282 miles
    Test number
    487468792111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB09 LZC

Does LB09 LZC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 LZC is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB09 LZC?
The MOT on LB09 LZC is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 LZC done?
LB09 LZC was recorded at 168,906 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 8,273 miles a year.
Has LB09 LZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 LZC has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 LZC 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 LZC find?
LB09 LZC passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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