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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 DZCMOT history

LB11 DZC is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 189,787 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
189,787 mi
At MOT on 3 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,230 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 DZC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
22 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 DZC was last recorded at 189,787 miles on 3 Sept 2026, 3,642 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,145 miles · 6 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,642 miles
Average per year
10,230 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 189,787 miles
  • 2025 – 186,145 miles
  • 2024 – 184,565 miles
  • 2023 – 182,189 miles
  • 2022 – 173,636 miles
  • 2021 – 163,517 miles
  • 2020 – 149,753 miles
  • 2019 – 137,222 miles
  • 2018 – 123,288 miles
  • 2017 – 108,301 miles
  • 2016 – 93,246 miles
  • 2015 – 79,639 miles
  • 2014 – 66,630 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass189,787 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 20 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass189,787 miles (+3,642)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    189,787 miles
    Test number
    224975607970
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass186,145 miles (+1,580)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    186,145 miles
    Test number
    134076987979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass184,565 miles (+92)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    184,565 miles
    Test number
    193961891890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH DISCS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH TYRES (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail184,473 miles (+2,284)1 dangerous3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,473 miles
    Test number
    917186802659
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension unit leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothsides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass182,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    182,189 miles
    Test number
    604667574829

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail182,189 miles (+8,553)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,189 miles
    Test number
    505599904617
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass173,636 miles (+10,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    173,636 miles
    Test number
    138821717301
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass163,517 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    163,517 miles
    Test number
    176644664880
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail163,517 miles (+13,764)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,517 miles
    Test number
    926512832501
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass149,753 miles (+12,531)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    149,753 miles
    Test number
    633907188890
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass137,222 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    137,222 miles
    Test number
    384001924706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Fail137,222 miles (+13,934)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,222 miles
    Test number
    917553266082
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass123,288 miles (+14,987)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    123,288 miles
    Test number
    682935678152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,301 miles (+15,055)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,301 miles
    Test number
    551625271198
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBoth front and rear brake wear sensors faulty

  15. Pass93,246 miles (+13,607)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    93,246 miles
    Test number
    370204186946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass79,639 miles (+13,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,639 miles
    Test number
    797311515289
    • 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)

  17. Pass66,630 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    66,630 miles
    Test number
    215582534247
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about LB11 DZC

Does LB11 DZC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 DZC is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 DZC?
The MOT on LB11 DZC is valid until 6 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 DZC done?
LB11 DZC was recorded at 189,787 miles at its MOT on 3 Sept 2026, an average of 10,230 miles a year.
Has LB11 DZC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 DZC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB11 DZC 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 LB11 DZC find?
LB11 DZC passed its latest MOT on 3 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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