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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LB12 XSCMOT history

LB12 XSC is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 228,301 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
228,301 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
16,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB12 XSC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB12 XSC was last recorded at 228,301 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 9,296 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
219,005 miles · 29 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
9,296 miles
Average per year
16,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 228,301 miles
  • 2024 – 219,005 miles
  • 2023 – 203,578 miles
  • 2022 – 186,493 miles
  • 2021 – 175,017 miles
  • 2020 – 169,231 miles
  • 2019 – 165,221 miles
  • 2018 – 163,415 miles
  • 2017 – 122,356 miles
  • 2016 – 84,708 miles
  • 2015 – 55,053 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,301 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,301 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    228,301 miles
    Test number
    989038646719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail228,301 miles (+9,296)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,301 miles
    Test number
    960533161299
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass219,005 miles (+15,427)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    219,005 miles
    Test number
    425841690823
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass203,578 miles (+17,085)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    203,578 miles
    Test number
    322264842818
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass186,493 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    186,493 miles
    Test number
    815820573973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail186,459 miles (+11,442)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,459 miles
    Test number
    900667201313
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak

  7. Pass175,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    175,017 miles
    Test number
    582927424892
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Fail174,975 miles (+5,744)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,975 miles
    Test number
    816277883570
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords X2 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass169,231 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    169,231 miles
    Test number
    639647050851
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail169,231 miles (+4,010)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,231 miles
    Test number
    680215017002
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both rear seats
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass165,221 miles (+1,806)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    165,221 miles
    Test number
    975794599897
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass163,415 miles (+41,059)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    163,415 miles
    Test number
    813124333352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Pass122,356 miles (+37,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    122,356 miles
    Test number
    512511764538
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  14. Pass84,708 miles (+29,655)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    84,708 miles
    Test number
    285194114300
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass55,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    55,053 miles
    Test number
    468120115222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB12 XSC

Does LB12 XSC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB12 XSC is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB12 XSC?
The MOT on LB12 XSC is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB12 XSC done?
LB12 XSC was recorded at 228,301 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 16,812 miles a year.
Has LB12 XSC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB12 XSC has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LB12 XSC 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 XSC find?
LB12 XSC passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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