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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LB11 SZVMOT history

LB11 SZV is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Feb 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 73,275 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Feb 2027
Mileage
73,275 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,548 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB11 SZV
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
30 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB11 SZV was last recorded at 73,275 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 3,262 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,013 miles · 3 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,262 miles
Average per year
4,548 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,275 miles
  • 2025 – 70,013 miles
  • 2024 – 66,218 miles
  • 2023 – 62,428 miles
  • 2022 – 53,894 miles
  • 2021 – 46,636 miles
  • 2020 – 44,242 miles
  • 2019 – 41,409 miles
  • 2018 – 36,320 miles
  • 2017 – 32,719 miles
  • 2016 – 29,245 miles
  • 2015 – 24,389 miles
  • 2014 – 20,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,275 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bannana arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bannana arm (5.3.4 (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.

  • FRONT NUMBER PLATE SECURED WITH BRACKET

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • WINTER TYRES FITTED ALL ROUND

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 4 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,275 miles (+3,262)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    73,275 miles
    Test number
    233616137965
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bannana arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bannana arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass70,013 miles (+3,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,013 miles
    Test number
    646695578170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm on main tread (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass66,218 miles (+3,790)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    66,218 miles
    Test number
    739489878531

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass62,428 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    62,428 miles
    Test number
    601345961353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail62,427 miles (+8,533)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,427 miles
    Test number
    788227874045
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower arm that strut fixes to outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass53,894 miles (+7,258)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    53,894 miles
    Test number
    315385844539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,636 miles (+2,394)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    46,636 miles
    Test number
    933525410572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,242 miles (+2,833)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    44,242 miles
    Test number
    697742766640
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass41,409 miles (+5,089)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    41,409 miles
    Test number
    118235911492
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn low on edges

  10. Pass36,320 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    36,320 miles
    Test number
    413512508849
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE SECURED WITH BRACKET
    • AdvisoryWINTER TYRES FITTED ALL ROUND

  11. Fail36,319 miles (+3,600)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,319 miles
    Test number
    762224037087
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE FLUID SERVICE DUE
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL SERVICE DUE
    • AdvisoryFRONT NUMBER PLATE SECURED WITH BRACKET
    • AdvisoryWINTER TYRES FITTED ALL ROUND

  12. Pass32,719 miles (+3,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,719 miles
    Test number
    170072714085
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear alloy inner rim buckled
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass29,245 miles (+4,856)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    29,245 miles
    Test number
    439378281517
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  14. Pass24,389 miles (+4,025)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    24,389 miles
    Test number
    545229665158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass20,364 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    20,364 miles
    Test number
    295025954119
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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

Questions about LB11 SZV

Does LB11 SZV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB11 SZV is valid until 15 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB11 SZV?
The MOT on LB11 SZV is valid until 15 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB11 SZV done?
LB11 SZV was recorded at 73,275 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 4,548 miles a year.
Has LB11 SZV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB11 SZV has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LB11 SZV 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 SZV find?
LB11 SZV passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bannana arm; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bannana arm.

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