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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 OLXMOT history

LB09 OLX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 198,007 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
198,007 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 OLX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 OLX was last recorded at 198,007 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 7,351 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,656 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,351 miles
Average per year
9,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,007 miles
  • 2025 – 190,656 miles
  • 2024 – 184,477 miles
  • 2023 – 180,667 miles
  • 2022 – 173,004 miles
  • 2021 – 170,528 miles
  • 2020 – 159,349 miles
  • 2019 – 147,086 miles
  • 2018 – 131,859 miles
  • 2017 – 124,737 miles
  • 2016 – 115,675 miles
  • 2015 – 104,671 miles
  • 2014 – 92,367 miles
  • 2013 – 79,852 miles
  • 2012 – 61,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,007 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Central THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH UNDERTRAYS THAT OBSCURE THE INSPECTION OF THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,007 miles (+7,351)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    198,007 miles
    Test number
    438860097667
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass190,656 miles (+6,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    190,656 miles
    Test number
    149206762195
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some items

  3. Pass184,477 miles (+3,810)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    184,477 miles
    Test number
    314658457968
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,667 miles (+7,663)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    180,667 miles
    Test number
    978265437094
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass173,004 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    173,004 miles
    Test number
    411836861808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail172,871 miles (+2,343)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,871 miles
    Test number
    796002038717
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass170,528 miles (+133)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    170,528 miles
    Test number
    355684383511
    • AdvisoryCentral THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH UNDERTRAYS THAT OBSCURE THE INSPECTION OF THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail170,395 miles (+511)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,395 miles
    Test number
    474189013252
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral THIS VEHICLE IS FITTED WITH UNDERTRAYS THAT OBSCURE THE INSPECTION OF THE UNDERSIDE OF THE VEHICLE
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail169,884 miles (+10,535)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,884 miles
    Test number
    514573178205
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights DUE TO WEIGHT IN BOOT ADJUSTER HAD TO BE MOVED FOR HEADLIGHT AIM TO PASS
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH REAR DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass159,349 miles (+145)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    159,349 miles
    Test number
    459636291924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail159,204 miles (+12,118)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,204 miles
    Test number
    946555600015
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass147,086 miles (+15,227)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    147,086 miles
    Test number
    912540926143
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass131,859 miles (+89)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,859 miles
    Test number
    655092589647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail131,770 miles (+7,033)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,770 miles
    Test number
    337083237888
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  15. Pass124,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    124,737 miles
    Test number
    813449200643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail124,737 miles (+9,062)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,737 miles
    Test number
    151013749168
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

  17. Pass115,675 miles (+66)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    115,675 miles
    Test number
    500358334829
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail115,609 miles (+10,938)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,609 miles
    Test number
    150377913664
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryUnder shield fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass104,671 miles (+12,304)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    104,671 miles
    Test number
    416306905248
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass92,367 miles (+12,515)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    92,367 miles
    Test number
    989777504280
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass79,852 miles (+18,219)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    79,852 miles
    Test number
    619707103217
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass61,633 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    61,633 miles
    Test number
    997006602227
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB09 OLX

Does LB09 OLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 OLX is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 OLX?
The MOT on LB09 OLX is valid until 10 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 OLX done?
LB09 OLX was recorded at 198,007 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 9,721 miles a year.
Has LB09 OLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 OLX has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on LB09 OLX 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 OLX find?
LB09 OLX passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front nail in tyre; nearside rear nail in tyre, and 3 more.

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