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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LVSMOT history

LB55 LVS is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 23 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 167,324 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 23 Feb 2027
Mileage
167,324 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LVS
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LVS was last recorded at 167,324 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 4,971 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,353 miles · 30 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,971 miles
Average per year
8,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,324 miles
  • 2024 – 162,353 miles
  • 2023 – 147,049 miles
  • 2022 – 137,697 miles
  • 2021 – 126,255 miles
  • 2019 – 121,882 miles
  • 2018 – 115,183 miles
  • 2016 – 102,198 miles
  • 2015 – 91,206 miles
  • 2013 – 82,044 miles
  • 2012 – 71,287 miles
  • 2011 – 61,754 miles
  • 2010 – 51,729 miles
  • 2009 – 39,111 miles
  • 2008 – 27,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,324 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 16 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,324 miles (+4,971)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    167,324 miles
    Test number
    610633848986
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both rear brake pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,353 miles (+6,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    162,353 miles
    Test number
    887296809074
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass155,843 miles (+8,794)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    155,843 miles
    Test number
    753466560909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass147,049 miles (+9,352)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    147,049 miles
    Test number
    658126512558
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass137,697 miles (+11,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    137,697 miles
    Test number
    193400588417
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass126,255 miles (+4,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    126,255 miles
    Test number
    361262971058
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass121,882 miles (+6,699)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    121,882 miles
    Test number
    626910719623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass115,183 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    115,183 miles
    Test number
    377027671932
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Fail115,179 miles (+7,852)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,179 miles
    Test number
    377499894936
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass107,327 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    107,327 miles
    Test number
    355512101508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail107,327 miles (+5,129)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,327 miles
    Test number
    348963093601
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass102,198 miles (+2,797)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,198 miles
    Test number
    816853747153
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass99,401 miles (+8,195)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    99,401 miles
    Test number
    122686611052
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some under components

  14. Pass91,206 miles (+9,162)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    91,206 miles
    Test number
    175432005094
    • NoteEmission is too fine
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass82,044 miles (+10,757)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    82,044 miles
    Test number
    476157653486
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear brake pads appear low
    • NoteParking brake lever has little reserve travel

  16. Pass71,287 miles (+9,533)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,287 miles
    Test number
    695949732341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    109589541387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,754 miles (+10,025)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,754 miles
    Test number
    439329441427
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  19. Pass51,729 miles (+12,618)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    51,729 miles
    Test number
    834809140375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,111 miles (+11,822)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,111 miles
    Test number
    984863949361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass27,289 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,289 miles
    Test number
    341831158398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LVS

Does LB55 LVS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB55 LVS is valid until 23 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LVS?
The MOT on LB55 LVS is valid until 23 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB55 LVS done?
LB55 LVS was recorded at 167,324 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 8,146 miles a year.
Has LB55 LVS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LVS has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LB55 LVS 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 LB55 LVS find?
LB55 LVS passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rear both discs, and 2 more.

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