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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 VNFMOT history

LB56 VNF is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 20 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 151,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Dec 2026
Mileage
151,337 mi
At MOT on 19 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 VNF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
19 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 VNF was last recorded at 151,337 miles on 19 Dec 2025, 18,513 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,824 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
18,513 miles
Average per year
7,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,337 miles
  • 2024 – 132,824 miles
  • 2023 – 107,058 miles
  • 2022 – 93,296 miles
  • 2021 – 89,496 miles
  • 2020 – 87,835 miles
  • 2019 – 86,342 miles
  • 2018 – 84,233 miles
  • 2017 – 81,794 miles
  • 2016 – 79,171 miles
  • 2015 – 73,989 miles
  • 2014 – 67,085 miles
  • 2013 – 62,480 miles
  • 2012 – 55,413 miles
  • 2011 – 46,652 miles
  • 2010 – 37,450 miles
  • 2009 – 29,711 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,337 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre has cut in tread.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under-trays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 9 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,337 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    151,337 miles
    Test number
    222707625940
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail151,337 miles (+18,513)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,337 miles
    Test number
    203244122019
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass132,824 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    132,824 miles
    Test number
    935143470099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail132,824 miles (+25,766)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,824 miles
    Test number
    327286026185
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Steering locking device ineffective (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering locking device ineffective loose nut (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass107,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,058 miles
    Test number
    346797159269
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail107,051 miles (+13,755)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,051 miles
    Test number
    987977711086
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass93,296 miles (+3,800)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    93,296 miles
    Test number
    343812740044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass89,496 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    89,496 miles
    Test number
    652971649412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail89,496 miles (+1,661)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,496 miles
    Test number
    990732027227
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass87,835 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    87,835 miles
    Test number
    676856310033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail87,835 miles (+1,493)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,835 miles
    Test number
    983638654266
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass86,342 miles (+2,109)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    86,342 miles
    Test number
    163096986587
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass84,233 miles (+2,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    84,233 miles
    Test number
    520046560873
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass81,794 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    81,794 miles
    Test number
    704130778014
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cut in tread.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  15. Fail81,794 miles (+2,623)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,794 miles
    Test number
    276860678974
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has cut in tread.
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  16. Pass79,171 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    846750215981
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail79,171 miles (+5,182)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,171 miles
    Test number
    227275927214
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • FailureRear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass73,989 miles (+6,904)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,989 miles
    Test number
    220959983221
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn low

  19. Pass67,085 miles (+4,605)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    67,085 miles
    Test number
    425249334493
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass62,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    599986443379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail62,480 miles (+7,067)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,480 miles
    Test number
    725795443334
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  22. Pass55,413 miles (+8,761)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,413 miles
    Test number
    578572542344
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass46,652 miles (+9,202)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    46,652 miles
    Test number
    469499131404
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass37,450 miles (+7,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,450 miles
    Test number
    721292640362
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  25. Pass29,711 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    29,711 miles
    Test number
    471613449447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail29,711 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,711 miles
    Test number
    242363249319
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

Questions about LB56 VNF

Does LB56 VNF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 VNF is valid until 20 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB56 VNF?
The MOT on LB56 VNF is valid until 20 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 VNF done?
LB56 VNF was recorded at 151,337 miles at its MOT on 19 Dec 2025, an average of 7,589 miles a year.
Has LB56 VNF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 VNF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB56 VNF 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 VNF find?
LB56 VNF passed its latest MOT on 19 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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