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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 LKVMOT history

LB56 LKV is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 179,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Dec 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2023
Mileage
179,365 mi
At MOT on 21 Dec 2022
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,768 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 LKV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 LKV was last recorded at 179,365 miles on 21 Dec 2022, 18,912 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,453 miles · 11 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
18,912 miles
Average per year
9,768 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 179,365 miles
  • 2021 – 160,453 miles
  • 2020 – 147,499 miles
  • 2019 – 141,358 miles
  • 2018 – 135,863 miles
  • 2017 – 128,507 miles
  • 2016 – 120,961 miles
  • 2015 – 111,168 miles
  • 2014 – 102,360 miles
  • 2013 – 93,131 miles
  • 2012 – 84,780 miles
  • 2011 – 73,083 miles
  • 2010 – 61,934 miles
  • 2009 – 52,275 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,365 miles
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 17 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,365 miles (+18,912)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    179,365 miles
    Test number
    582729193129
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass160,453 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    160,453 miles
    Test number
    865965812262
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail160,453 miles (+12,954)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,453 miles
    Test number
    737708160166
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass147,499 miles (+126)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,499 miles
    Test number
    381652323546

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail147,373 miles (+6,015)2 dangerous2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,373 miles
    Test number
    728387218978
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass141,358 miles (+5,495)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    141,358 miles
    Test number
    767131674206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass135,863 miles (+7,356)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,863 miles
    Test number
    985822913106
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  8. Pass128,507 miles (+7,546)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    128,507 miles
    Test number
    972107975427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass120,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    120,961 miles
    Test number
    354582549551

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail120,961 miles (+9,793)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,961 miles
    Test number
    669293759990
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  11. Pass111,168 miles (+8,808)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    111,168 miles
    Test number
    958190376060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass102,360 miles (+2)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    102,360 miles
    Test number
    739763944352
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail102,358 miles (+9,227)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,358 miles
    Test number
    398062744315
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass93,131 miles (+8,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    93,131 miles
    Test number
    238473353387
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass84,780 miles (+11,697)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    84,780 miles
    Test number
    876394952322

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass73,083 miles (+11,149)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    73,083 miles
    Test number
    696545851339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass61,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    61,934 miles
    Test number
    711956150313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,933 miles (+9,658)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,933 miles
    Test number
    480576050313
    • FailureOffside Front Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass52,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    52,275 miles
    Test number
    692041659356
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

Questions about LB56 LKV

Does LB56 LKV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 LKV expired on 22 Dec 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 LKV?
The MOT on LB56 LKV expired on 22 Dec 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 LKV done?
LB56 LKV was recorded at 179,365 miles at its MOT on 21 Dec 2022, an average of 9,768 miles a year.
Has LB56 LKV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 LKV has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LB56 LKV 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 LB56 LKV find?
LB56 LKV passed its latest MOT on 21 Dec 2022 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; nearside rear position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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