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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 CJZMOT history

LB12 CJZ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 5 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 111,422 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Sept 2027
Mileage
111,422 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,222 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 CJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 CJZ was last recorded at 111,422 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,422 miles · 1 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,222 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 111,422 miles
  • 2025 – 101,431 miles
  • 2024 – 99,012 miles
  • 2023 – 93,754 miles
  • 2022 – 91,505 miles
  • 2021 – 89,202 miles
  • 2020 – 81,853 miles
  • 2019 – 77,453 miles
  • 2018 – 66,686 miles
  • 2017 – 55,652 miles
  • 2016 – 44,767 miles
  • 2015 – 30,833 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass111,422 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass111,422 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    111,422 miles
    Test number
    790791184222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail111,422 miles (+9,991)2 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,422 miles
    Test number
    890342122175
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245 45 r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245 45 r18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass101,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    101,431 miles
    Test number
    962395853826
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail101,431 miles (+2,419)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,431 miles
    Test number
    839944035195
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass99,012 miles (+5,258)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,012 miles
    Test number
    643360593801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass93,754 miles (+2,249)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    93,754 miles
    Test number
    101055595517
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass91,505 miles (+2,303)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    91,505 miles
    Test number
    185030739019
    • 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))

  8. Pass89,202 miles (+141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    89,202 miles
    Test number
    868270720297
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Fail89,061 miles (+7,208)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,061 miles
    Test number
    901945115647
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  10. Pass81,853 miles (+4,400)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,853 miles
    Test number
    972384520356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,453 miles (+10,767)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    77,453 miles
    Test number
    623779395722
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake wear indicator lamp present

  12. Pass66,686 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    474998211715
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted restricting full inspection

  13. Fail66,686 miles (+11,034)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,686 miles
    Test number
    691790151469
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted restricting full inspection
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted restricting full inspection

  14. Pass55,652 miles (+10,885)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,652 miles
    Test number
    118057023294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass44,767 miles (+13,934)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    44,767 miles
    Test number
    277578003346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays applied not allowing full inspection

  16. Pass30,833 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    30,833 miles
    Test number
    509677585176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 CJZ

Does LB12 CJZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 CJZ is valid until 8 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 CJZ?
The MOT on LB12 CJZ is valid until 8 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 CJZ done?
LB12 CJZ was recorded at 111,422 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 7,222 miles a year.
Has LB12 CJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 CJZ has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB12 CJZ 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 LB12 CJZ find?
LB12 CJZ passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber bolt; nearside rear coil spring corroded; nearside rear macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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