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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 OMAMOT history

LB09 OMA is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 8 Aug 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 227,737 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Mar 2027
Mileage
227,737 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,898 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 OMA
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
8 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 OMA was last recorded at 227,737 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,732 miles · 24 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
11,898 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 227,737 miles
  • 2024 – 220,926 miles
  • 2023 – 206,157 miles
  • 2022 – 194,526 miles
  • 2021 – 187,294 miles
  • 2020 – 173,054 miles
  • 2019 – 156,959 miles
  • 2018 – 146,463 miles
  • 2017 – 124,601 miles
  • 2016 – 109,385 miles
  • 2015 – 97,193 miles
  • 2014 – 83,152 miles
  • 2013 – 74,510 miles
  • 2012 – 66,943 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass227,737 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2022

  • Central Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass227,737 miles (+5)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    227,737 miles
    Test number
    194806674425
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail227,732 miles (+6,806)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,732 miles
    Test number
    962352148730
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass220,926 miles (+65)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    220,926 miles
    Test number
    302273492866
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail220,861 miles (+14,704)1 major1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,861 miles
    Test number
    766091598571
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass206,157 miles (+11,631)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    206,157 miles
    Test number
    821073790421
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp dipped beam light intensity slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met efficiency investigation required
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass194,526 miles (+7,232)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    194,526 miles
    Test number
    998258818271
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass187,294 miles (+14,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    187,294 miles
    Test number
    341679052706
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass173,054 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,054 miles
    Test number
    916730346294
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbed on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail173,054 miles (+16,095)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,054 miles
    Test number
    988043632285
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre scrubbed on the inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass156,959 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    156,959 miles
    Test number
    360024192973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail156,943 miles (+10,480)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,943 miles
    Test number
    158659503118
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass146,463 miles (+21,862)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    146,463 miles
    Test number
    279848681878
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass124,601 miles (+15,216)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    124,601 miles
    Test number
    501221145241
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin brake pad warning light on (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad/brake fluid low level light on
    • AdvisoryBrake pad/brake fluid low level light on

  14. Pass109,385 miles (+12,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    109,385 miles
    Test number
    354885745209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on

  15. Pass97,193 miles (+14,041)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    97,193 miles
    Test number
    153711327035
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on

  16. Pass83,152 miles (+8,642)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    83,152 miles
    Test number
    395183034301
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on edges.rear tyres worn on inner edges.
    • NoteSmoke test too clean to read.

  17. Pass74,510 miles (+7,567)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    74,510 miles
    Test number
    625500243340
    • NoteSmoke test to clean to read.

  18. Pass66,943 miles (+1,531)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    66,943 miles
    Test number
    125423132391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,412 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    65,412 miles
    Test number
    206529592402
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Questions about LB09 OMA

Does LB09 OMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 OMA is valid until 8 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 OMA?
The MOT on LB09 OMA is valid until 8 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 OMA done?
LB09 OMA was recorded at 227,737 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 11,898 miles a year.
Has LB09 OMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 OMA has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB09 OMA 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 OMA find?
LB09 OMA passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; nearside rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both bushes, and 1 more.

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