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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB09 RTXMOT history

LB09 RTX is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 62,170 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 7 Jan 2027
Mileage
62,170 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 RTX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
31 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 RTX was last recorded at 62,170 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 2,682 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,488 miles · 11 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
2,682 miles
Average per year
3,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 62,170 miles
  • 2024 – 59,488 miles
  • 2023 – 57,273 miles
  • 2022 – 54,937 miles
  • 2021 – 53,102 miles
  • 2020 – 51,338 miles
  • 2019 – 49,650 miles
  • 2017 – 43,241 miles
  • 2016 – 36,765 miles
  • 2014 – 29,701 miles
  • 2013 – 23,851 miles
  • 2012 – 17,794 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,170 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Parking brake just met the limits 17%

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight travel on parking brake

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn low inner edge also stone cuts treads

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,170 miles (+2,682)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    62,170 miles
    Test number
    180402887921
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass59,488 miles (+2,215)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    59,488 miles
    Test number
    330149777355
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass57,273 miles (+2,336)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    57,273 miles
    Test number
    236159937757
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass54,937 miles (+1,835)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    54,937 miles
    Test number
    260845118625
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective Both. (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass53,102 miles (+1,764)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    53,102 miles
    Test number
    527896151677

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass51,338 miles (+1,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    51,338 miles
    Test number
    380117519456
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass49,650 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    580964082130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met the limits 17%
    • AdvisorySlight travel on parking brake

  8. Fail49,650 miles (+6,409)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,650 miles
    Test number
    568494337409
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryParking brake just met the limits 17%
    • AdvisorySlight travel on parking brake

  9. Pass43,241 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    43,241 miles
    Test number
    462223522040
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low inner edge also stone cuts treads

  10. Fail43,240 miles (+6,475)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,240 miles
    Test number
    250173625544
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn low inner edge also stone cuts treads

  11. Pass36,765 miles (+7,064)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    36,765 miles
    Test number
    147828973227
    • AdvisoryRoad wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim all inners (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Fail29,701 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,701 miles
    Test number
    356240704386
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMinor damage wheel rims.
    • NoteOffside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

  13. Pass29,701 miles (+5,850)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    29,701 miles
    Test number
    997820004375
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteMinor damage wheel rims.
    • NoteOffside front inner bead rim slightly distorted.
    • NoteStone cuts tyre treads.

  14. Pass23,851 miles (+6,057)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    23,851 miles
    Test number
    628597673218
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass17,794 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    17,794 miles
    Test number
    749990752239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail17,794 miles3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,794 miles
    Test number
    469320352217
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre worn edge

Questions about LB09 RTX

Does LB09 RTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB09 RTX is valid until 7 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB09 RTX?
The MOT on LB09 RTX is valid until 7 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB09 RTX done?
LB09 RTX was recorded at 62,170 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 3,327 miles a year.
Has LB09 RTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 RTX has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2019.
Has the mileage on LB09 RTX 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 RTX find?
LB09 RTX passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front road wheel slightly distorted, and 3 more.

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