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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 VKDMOT history

LB12 VKD is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 Aug 2012. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 157,946 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2026
Mileage
157,946 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2025
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 VKD
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
18 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 VKD was last recorded at 157,946 miles on 12 Aug 2025, 12,665 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
145,281 miles · 7 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
12,665 miles
Average per year
8,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 157,946 miles
  • 2024 – 145,281 miles
  • 2023 – 131,290 miles
  • 2022 – 120,463 miles
  • 2021 – 116,907 miles
  • 2020 – 113,812 miles
  • 2019 – 110,637 miles
  • 2018 – 105,208 miles
  • 2017 – 98,916 miles
  • 2016 – 87,792 miles
  • 2015 – 67,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,946 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 4 Aug 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,946 miles (+12,665)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,946 miles
    Test number
    370392605728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass145,281 miles (+13,991)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    145,281 miles
    Test number
    533020071902
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  3. Pass131,290 miles (+10,827)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,290 miles
    Test number
    220756652524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,463 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    114575212972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail120,463 miles (+3,556)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    630716356995
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass116,907 miles (+3,095)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    116,907 miles
    Test number
    153576473100
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge considerable in small area (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge severely in small area (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass113,812 miles (+3,175)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,812 miles
    Test number
    644899848453
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  8. Pass110,637 miles (+5,429)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,637 miles
    Test number
    398219591164
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  9. Pass105,208 miles (+6,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,208 miles
    Test number
    625054715485
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  10. Pass98,916 miles (+11,124)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,916 miles
    Test number
    785292296895
    • AdvisorySlight judder from offside front brake
  11. Pass87,792 miles (+20,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,792 miles
    Test number
    168645175876
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted nsr
  12. Pass67,782 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    145726515257
    • NoteChild Seat fitted to NSR - Unable to Test Seatbelt
  13. Fail67,782 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,782 miles
    Test number
    595766015260
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild Seat fitted to NSR - Unable to Test Seatbelt

Questions about LB12 VKD

Does LB12 VKD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB12 VKD expired on 18 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB12 VKD?
The MOT on LB12 VKD expired on 18 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB12 VKD done?
LB12 VKD was recorded at 157,946 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2025, an average of 8,995 miles a year.
Has LB12 VKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 VKD has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LB12 VKD 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 VKD find?
LB12 VKD passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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