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BMW 520

Red · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LB56 RMXMOT history

LB56 RMX is a red diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 137,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Mar 2023
Mileage
137,295 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 RMX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 RMX was last recorded at 137,295 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 4,771 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Aug 2017: 121,618 miles, lower than 132,687 miles on 26 Aug 2016.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
132,524 miles · 10 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
4,771 miles
Average per year
7,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,295 miles
  • 2021 – 132,524 miles
  • 2020 – 127,509 miles
  • 2019 – 121,922 miles
  • 2018 – 121,922 miles
  • 2017 – 121,618 miles
  • 2016 – 132,687 miles
  • 2015 – 116,822 miles
  • 2014 – 75,511 miles
  • 2013 – 71,232 miles
  • 2012 – 61,417 miles
  • 2011 – 55,203 miles
  • 2010 – 47,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,295 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Undertrays fitted on full underside of vehicle

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,295 miles (+4,771)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    137,295 miles
    Test number
    774359187425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass132,524 miles (+5,015)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    132,524 miles
    Test number
    970303631253
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) light intensity obviously reduced (4.3.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass127,509 miles (+5,587)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    127,509 miles
    Test number
    472364199467
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass121,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    121,922 miles
    Test number
    617102716401
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted on full underside of vehicle

  5. Fail121,922 miles (+304)2 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,922 miles
    Test number
    128553262303
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Front fog lamp does not face the front (4.5.4 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted on full underside of vehicle

  6. Pass121,618 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    121,618 miles
    Test number
    173984139836
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  7. Fail121,618 miles (-11,069)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,618 miles
    Test number
    708572585786
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass132,687 miles (+15,865)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    132,687 miles
    Test number
    843575314758
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak

  9. Pass116,822 miles (+32,987)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    116,822 miles
    Test number
    662292555046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,835 miles (+8,324)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    83,835 miles
    Test number
    887499295036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass75,511 miles (+10)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    75,511 miles
    Test number
    845279444108
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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
    • NoteAlternative repair been made to nearside front abs sensor mounting[acceptable]
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm[legal limit]

  12. Fail75,501 miles (+4,269)2 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,501 miles
    Test number
    207968744416
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-lock braking system component inappropriately repaired (3.4.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteNearside rear tyre tread depth 1.6mm[legal limit]

  13. Pass71,232 miles (+9,815)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    71,232 miles
    Test number
    239530973142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,417 miles (+6,214)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,417 miles
    Test number
    715785162112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,203 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    55,203 miles
    Test number
    496968061148
    • NoteOsf wheel rim damaged, osf wheel slight vibration on rotation, front brakes judder

  16. Fail55,203 miles (+7,243)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,203 miles
    Test number
    649688861141
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOsf wheel rim damaged, osf wheel slight vibration on rotation, front brakes judder

  17. Pass47,960 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    47,960 miles
    Test number
    923743770145
    • NoteFront discs lipped
    • NoteFront pads on limit

Questions about LB56 RMX

Does LB56 RMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 RMX expired on 3 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 RMX?
The MOT on LB56 RMX expired on 3 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 RMX done?
LB56 RMX was recorded at 137,295 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 7,643 miles a year.
Has LB56 RMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 RMX has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2018.
Has the mileage on LB56 RMX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB56 RMX find?
LB56 RMX passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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