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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 PZTMOT history

LB12 PZT is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 13 Jul 2012. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 129,135 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jan 2027
Mileage
129,135 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,135 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 PZT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
13 Jul 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 PZT was last recorded at 129,135 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 6,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,200 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
6,935 miles
Average per year
8,135 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,135 miles
  • 2025 – 122,200 miles
  • 2024 – 116,977 miles
  • 2023 – 111,133 miles
  • 2022 – 101,367 miles
  • 2021 – 93,132 miles
  • 2019 – 80,248 miles
  • 2018 – 69,064 miles
  • 2017 – 60,918 miles
  • 2016 – 50,907 miles
  • 2015 – 43,297 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,135 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 25 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,135 miles (+6,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    129,135 miles
    Test number
    330093472652
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass122,200 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    122,200 miles
    Test number
    433434415289
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail122,200 miles (+5,223)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,200 miles
    Test number
    728487390839
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing /cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass116,977 miles (+5,844)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    116,977 miles
    Test number
    540248855182
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass111,133 miles (+9,766)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    111,133 miles
    Test number
    946350996418
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass101,367 miles (+8,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    101,367 miles
    Test number
    225768257466
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass93,132 miles (+12,884)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    93,132 miles
    Test number
    102893068429
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass80,248 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    80,248 miles
    Test number
    296357967772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail80,248 miles (+11,184)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,248 miles
    Test number
    137274996701
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass69,064 miles (+8,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,064 miles
    Test number
    278701704181
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  11. Pass60,918 miles (+10,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    60,918 miles
    Test number
    592595803033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass50,907 miles (+7,610)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,907 miles
    Test number
    587647449990

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,297 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    43,297 miles
    Test number
    706516175138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 PZT

Does LB12 PZT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 PZT is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB12 PZT?
The MOT on LB12 PZT is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 PZT done?
LB12 PZT was recorded at 129,135 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 8,135 miles a year.
Has LB12 PZT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 PZT has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 PZT 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 PZT find?
LB12 PZT passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge.

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