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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GWFMOT history

LB12 GWF is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 13 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,522 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
160,522 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,287 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GWF
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
13 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GWF was last recorded at 160,522 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 45 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,477 miles · 24 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
45 miles
Average per year
8,287 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 160,522 miles
  • 2024 – 155,992 miles
  • 2023 – 144,171 miles
  • 2022 – 131,322 miles
  • 2021 – 125,987 miles
  • 2020 – 121,741 miles
  • 2019 – 119,231 miles
  • 2018 – 112,286 miles
  • 2017 – 101,700 miles
  • 2016 – 87,674 miles
  • 2015 – 74,509 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,522 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 13 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,522 miles (+45)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    160,522 miles
    Test number
    325837685038
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail160,477 miles (+4,485)1 dangerous5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,477 miles
    Test number
    424537302527
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On limit (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass155,992 miles (+258)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    155,992 miles
    Test number
    326834251255
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Fail155,734 miles (+11,563)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,734 miles
    Test number
    217505179487
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front flexi snapped (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Pass144,171 miles (+114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,171 miles
    Test number
    160375423799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,057 miles (+12,735)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,057 miles
    Test number
    718330123055
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,322 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    131,322 miles
    Test number
    475878490477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,321 miles (+5,334)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,321 miles
    Test number
    665137402604
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass125,987 miles (+4,246)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,987 miles
    Test number
    876285877253
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chiped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  10. Pass121,741 miles (+19)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    121,741 miles
    Test number
    154248530260
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Fail121,722 miles (+2,491)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,722 miles
    Test number
    335019265477
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid x2 (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass119,231 miles (+6,945)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    119,231 miles
    Test number
    441423774491
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted rim slight dent (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  13. Pass112,286 miles (+10,586)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    112,286 miles
    Test number
    795224526187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim dented
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing badly on outer shoulders

  14. Pass101,700 miles (+14,026)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    101,700 miles
    Test number
    528667808648

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass87,674 miles (+13,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    87,674 miles
    Test number
    760265555469
    • AdvisoryFront Tyres worn on edges

  16. Fail74,509 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,509 miles
    Test number
    196324695131
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass74,509 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,509 miles
    Test number
    507184395136
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB12 GWF

Does LB12 GWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 GWF is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GWF?
The MOT on LB12 GWF is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 GWF done?
LB12 GWF was recorded at 160,522 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 8,287 miles a year.
Has LB12 GWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GWF has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 GWF 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 GWF find?
LB12 GWF passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside front service brake binding but not excessively; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit.

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