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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LB15 FWZMOT history

LB15 FWZ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Aug 2015. Its MOT is valid until 12 May 2027 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 148,244 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 May 2027
Mileage
148,244 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
12,936 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB15 FWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
14 Aug 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 May 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB15 FWZ was last recorded at 148,244 miles on 13 May 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,237 miles · 1 May 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
12,936 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,244 miles
  • 2025 – 133,787 miles
  • 2024 – 120,202 miles
  • 2023 – 106,135 miles
  • 2022 – 90,047 miles
  • 2021 – 81,767 miles
  • 2020 – 77,612 miles
  • 2019 – 65,813 miles
  • 2018 – 50,451 miles
  • 2017 – 38,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,244 miles
  • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 15 Nov 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,244 miles (+7)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2027
    Odometer
    148,244 miles
    Test number
    491742007398
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail148,237 miles (+14,450)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,237 miles
    Test number
    404002773551
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass133,787 miles (+13,585)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,787 miles
    Test number
    496851948123
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on very inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass120,202 miles (+14,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2025
    Odometer
    120,202 miles
    Test number
    763632052253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass106,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2024
    Odometer
    106,135 miles
    Test number
    768948345408
    • 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. Fail106,135 miles (+16,088)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,135 miles
    Test number
    269543209765
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))

  7. Pass90,047 miles (+8,280)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2023
    Odometer
    90,047 miles
    Test number
    948907649204
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass81,767 miles (+4,155)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2022
    Odometer
    81,767 miles
    Test number
    759992387881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass77,612 miles (+11,799)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    77,612 miles
    Test number
    613151204883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,813 miles (+15,362)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,813 miles
    Test number
    475525803139
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass50,451 miles (+12,033)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    50,451 miles
    Test number
    958207066733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass38,418 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    38,418 miles
    Test number
    316007757060
    • AdvisoryNo print out due to diesel low emission

Questions about LB15 FWZ

Does LB15 FWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB15 FWZ is valid until 12 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB15 FWZ?
The MOT on LB15 FWZ is valid until 12 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB15 FWZ done?
LB15 FWZ was recorded at 148,244 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 12,936 miles a year.
Has LB15 FWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB15 FWZ has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB15 FWZ 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 LB15 FWZ find?
LB15 FWZ passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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