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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 GXAMOT history

LB12 GXA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jul 2012. Its MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 211,626 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Sept 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Sept 2023
Mileage
211,626 mi
At MOT on 27 Sept 2022
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
19,043 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 GXA
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
20 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Sept 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Sept 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 GXA was last recorded at 211,626 miles on 27 Sept 2022, 9,607 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,019 miles · 3 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
9,607 miles
Average per year
19,043 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 211,626 miles
  • 2021 – 202,019 miles
  • 2020 – 182,992 miles
  • 2019 – 170,482 miles
  • 2018 – 145,828 miles
  • 2017 – 120,584 miles
  • 2016 – 102,300 miles
  • 2015 – 74,400 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,626 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Air/vacuum pipe fractured/detached (engine bay)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

12 tests since 14 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,626 miles (+9,607)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    211,626 miles
    Test number
    539388155683
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass202,019 miles (+19,027)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    202,019 miles
    Test number
    329300162668
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNail in offside rear tyre

  3. Pass182,992 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    182,992 miles
    Test number
    982940680907
    • AdvisoryAir/vacuum pipe fractured/detached (engine bay)

  4. Fail182,992 miles (+12,510)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,992 miles
    Test number
    121221933952
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play Tie bar/steering rack arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryAir/vacuum pipe fractured/detached (engine bay)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer wall has slight damage

  5. Pass170,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    170,482 miles
    Test number
    481139674740
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail170,482 miles (+24,654)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,482 miles
    Test number
    404789464435
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass145,828 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    145,828 miles
    Test number
    902310839201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail145,808 miles (+25,224)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,808 miles
    Test number
    395037631306
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (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))

  9. Pass120,584 miles (+18,284)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    120,584 miles
    Test number
    939001952501

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass102,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    102,300 miles
    Test number
    614175897239
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Fail102,282 miles (+27,882)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,282 miles
    Test number
    106134076570
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Pass74,400 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    74,400 miles
    Test number
    998725195117
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LB12 GXA

Does LB12 GXA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 GXA expired on 26 Sept 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 GXA?
The MOT on LB12 GXA expired on 26 Sept 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 GXA done?
LB12 GXA was recorded at 211,626 miles at its MOT on 27 Sept 2022, an average of 19,043 miles a year.
Has LB12 GXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 GXA has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LB12 GXA 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 GXA find?
LB12 GXA passed its latest MOT on 27 Sept 2022 with 2 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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