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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 NSVMOT history

LB12 NSV is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 163,415 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
163,415 mi
At MOT on 9 May 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 NSV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
15 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
9 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 NSV was last recorded at 163,415 miles on 9 May 2026, 8,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,560 miles · 26 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,855 miles
Average per year
10,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 163,415 miles
  • 2025 – 154,560 miles
  • 2021 – 107,557 miles
  • 2020 – 98,643 miles
  • 2019 – 82,238 miles
  • 2018 – 74,787 miles
  • 2017 – 64,192 miles
  • 2016 – 53,369 miles
  • 2015 – 43,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass163,415 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass163,415 miles (+8,855)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    163,415 miles
    Test number
    655384037784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass154,560 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2026
    Odometer
    154,560 miles
    Test number
    314158689793
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  3. Pass229,770 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    229,770 km
    Test number
    496052058089
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  4. Fail229,770 km (+13,712)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    229,770 km
    Test number
    114598596213
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  5. Pass216,058 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2024
    Odometer
    216,058 km
    Test number
    325111464997
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  6. Pass107,557 miles (+89)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    107,557 miles
    Test number
    701145381444
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  7. Fail107,468 miles (+8,825)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,468 miles
    Test number
    125636328761
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  8. Pass98,643 miles (+16,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,643 miles
    Test number
    495244049021
    • AdvisoryCentral Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass82,238 miles (+7,451)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,238 miles
    Test number
    729202168803
    • AdvisoryCentral Front under tray fitted

  10. Pass74,787 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    74,787 miles
    Test number
    240928804078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail74,786 miles (+10,594)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,786 miles
    Test number
    626756556994
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    146925531464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail64,192 miles (+10,823)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,192 miles
    Test number
    180804645101
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass53,369 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,369 miles
    Test number
    996751852956
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail53,369 miles (+9,428)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,369 miles
    Test number
    294266326589
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass43,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    945706275128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,941 miles1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    185565175120
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)

Questions about LB12 NSV

Does LB12 NSV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 NSV is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 NSV?
The MOT on LB12 NSV is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 NSV done?
LB12 NSV was recorded at 163,415 miles at its MOT on 9 May 2026, an average of 10,986 miles a year.
Has LB12 NSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 NSV has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LB12 NSV 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 NSV find?
LB12 NSV passed its latest MOT on 9 May 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 3 more.

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