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BMW 523

Black · Petrol · 2009 · 2,497 cc

LB09 TYZMOT history

LB09 TYZ is a black petrol BMW 523 first used on 16 Aug 2009. Its MOT expired on 18 May 2026 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 65,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 May 2026
Mileage
65,509 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2025
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,651 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB09 TYZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
16 Aug 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 May 2026
Latest MOT test
19 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB09 TYZ was last recorded at 65,509 miles on 19 May 2025, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,502 miles · 8 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,651 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 65,509 miles
  • 2024 – 62,760 miles
  • 2023 – 61,029 miles
  • 2022 – 57,562 miles
  • 2020 – 53,504 miles
  • 2019 – 48,536 miles
  • 2018 – 44,780 miles
  • 2017 – 40,615 miles
  • 2016 – 37,322 miles
  • 2015 – 33,608 miles
  • 2014 – 29,175 miles
  • 2013 – 24,469 miles
  • 2012 – 18,939 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,509 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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass65,509 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    65,509 miles
    Test number
    124085900401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail65,502 miles (+2,742)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,502 miles
    Test number
    139305071816
    • MajorFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  3. Pass62,760 miles (+1,731)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    62,760 miles
    Test number
    900485785798
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass61,029 miles (+3,467)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    61,029 miles
    Test number
    968584970958
    • MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Nearside/Offside (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside/Offside (outer wall) (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass57,562 miles (+4,058)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    57,562 miles
    Test number
    755786094414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass53,504 miles (+4,968)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    53,504 miles
    Test number
    877299436412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass48,536 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    729502550076
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail48,536 miles (+3,756)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,536 miles
    Test number
    705534669924
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass44,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    44,780 miles
    Test number
    416040479124
    • AdvisoryEngine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail44,780 miles (+4,165)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,780 miles
    Test number
    689546183491
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers&under trays fitted,obscuring underside components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass40,615 miles (+3,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    40,615 miles
    Test number
    388996698440
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  12. Pass37,322 miles (+3,714)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    37,322 miles
    Test number
    695906173150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass33,608 miles (+4,433)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    33,608 miles
    Test number
    536038695111
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass29,175 miles (+4,706)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,175 miles
    Test number
    826932804251
    • 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

  15. Pass24,469 miles (+5,530)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    24,469 miles
    Test number
    719277563229
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass18,939 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    18,939 miles
    Test number
    298579022280
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB09 TYZ

Does LB09 TYZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB09 TYZ expired on 18 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB09 TYZ?
The MOT on LB09 TYZ expired on 18 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB09 TYZ done?
LB09 TYZ was recorded at 65,509 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2025, an average of 3,651 miles a year.
Has LB09 TYZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB09 TYZ has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB09 TYZ 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 TYZ find?
LB09 TYZ passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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