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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 GXTMOT history

LB11 GXT is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 147,410 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Aug 2027
Mileage
147,410 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,714 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 GXT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
23 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 GXT was last recorded at 147,410 miles on 20 Aug 2026, 14,628 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,782 miles · 1 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
14,628 miles
Average per year
9,714 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,410 miles
  • 2025 – 132,782 miles
  • 2024 – 111,188 miles
  • 2023 – 98,919 miles
  • 2022 – 89,268 miles
  • 2021 – 82,029 miles
  • 2020 – 75,821 miles
  • 2019 – 68,985 miles
  • 2018 – 53,915 miles
  • 2017 – 49,119 miles
  • 2016 – 42,971 miles
  • 2015 – 36,867 miles
  • 2014 – 30,713 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,410 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front wipers slightly smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear wheel slightly binding

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Front both wiper blades smearing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,410 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    147,410 miles
    Test number
    298262413137
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail147,408 miles (+14,626)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,408 miles
    Test number
    998547835459
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    132,782 miles
    Test number
    699658746059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,782 miles (+21,594)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,782 miles
    Test number
    897897332585
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass111,188 miles (+12,269)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    111,188 miles
    Test number
    439638329607
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Pass98,919 miles (+9,651)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    98,919 miles
    Test number
    806077060219
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear inner facing (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass89,268 miles (+7,239)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    89,268 miles
    Test number
    540336701418
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Pass82,029 miles (+6,208)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    82,029 miles
    Test number
    858358180503
    • AdvisoryFront wipers slightly smearing
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass75,821 miles (+6,836)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,821 miles
    Test number
    368163099513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass68,985 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    68,985 miles
    Test number
    627038981978
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail68,962 miles (+15,047)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,962 miles
    Test number
    549581779562
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass53,915 miles (+4,796)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,915 miles
    Test number
    314383848323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass49,119 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    49,119 miles
    Test number
    606455995160
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slightly binding

  14. Fail49,071 miles (+6,100)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,071 miles
    Test number
    167141045414
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel slightly binding

  15. Pass42,971 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,971 miles
    Test number
    228357628645
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades smearing

  16. Fail42,958 miles (+6,091)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,958 miles
    Test number
    845635985335
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront both wiper blades smearing

  17. Pass36,867 miles (+6,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    36,867 miles
    Test number
    129328005219
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass30,713 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    30,713 miles
    Test number
    896617224296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB11 GXT

Does LB11 GXT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 GXT is valid until 23 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 GXT?
The MOT on LB11 GXT is valid until 23 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 GXT done?
LB11 GXT was recorded at 147,410 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2026, an average of 9,714 miles a year.
Has LB11 GXT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 GXT has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LB11 GXT 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 GXT find?
LB11 GXT passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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