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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LB55 LYPMOT history

LB55 LYP is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 234,092 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 29 Jan 2024
Mileage
234,092 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2023
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,199 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB55 LYP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB55 LYP was last recorded at 234,092 miles on 30 Jan 2023, 52,166 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,926 miles · 26 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
52,166 miles
Average per year
13,199 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 234,092 miles
  • 2021 – 181,926 miles
  • 2020 – 181,924 miles
  • 2019 – 179,571 miles
  • 2018 – 179,058 miles
  • 2017 – 164,401 miles
  • 2016 – 153,197 miles
  • 2015 – 139,625 miles
  • 2014 – 125,854 miles
  • 2013 – 123,211 miles
  • 2012 – 105,948 miles
  • 2011 – 79,532 miles
  • 2009 – 61,573 miles
  • 2008 – 48,328 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass234,092 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (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.

  • Covers fitted to underside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Zero emissions

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass234,092 miles (+52,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    234,092 miles
    Test number
    381690851506
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass181,926 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,926 miles
    Test number
    107239493749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail181,924 miles (+2,353)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,924 miles
    Test number
    273232915008
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn at rear marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass179,571 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    179,571 miles
    Test number
    155827616111
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside

  5. Fail179,571 miles (+513)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,571 miles
    Test number
    360370035258
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside

  6. Pass179,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    179,058 miles
    Test number
    437642355636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail179,058 miles (+14,657)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,058 miles
    Test number
    931111242459
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both sides (4.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass164,401 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    164,401 miles
    Test number
    873502908617
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

  9. Fail164,401 miles (+11,204)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,401 miles
    Test number
    934049137402
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear both (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryZero emissions

  10. Pass153,197 miles (+13,572)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    153,197 miles
    Test number
    433238833427
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion on some brakepipes
    • AdvisoryWear in both rear suspension arm bushes

  11. Pass139,625 miles (+13,771)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    139,625 miles
    Test number
    789437655121
    • NoteSlight surface corrosion on some brakepipes
    • NoteSlight wear in some suspension bushes

  12. Pass125,854 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    125,854 miles
    Test number
    859966854196
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail125,853 miles (+2,642)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,853 miles
    Test number
    576976154134
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass123,211 miles (+17,263)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    123,211 miles
    Test number
    267381733459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,948 miles (+26,416)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    105,948 miles
    Test number
    239222352073
    • NoteO/s/f tyre punctured

  16. Pass79,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    699254351079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail79,532 miles (+17,959)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,532 miles
    Test number
    258824551046
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass61,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    61,573 miles
    Test number
    701067259362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,573 miles (+13,245)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,573 miles
    Test number
    803906159384
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass48,328 miles (+10,539)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    48,328 miles
    Test number
    901904958311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    37,789 miles
    Test number
    451157078099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB55 LYP

Does LB55 LYP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB55 LYP expired on 29 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB55 LYP?
The MOT on LB55 LYP expired on 29 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB55 LYP done?
LB55 LYP was recorded at 234,092 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2023, an average of 13,199 miles a year.
Has LB55 LYP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB55 LYP has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LB55 LYP 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 LYP find?
LB55 LYP passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2023 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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