BMW 520
Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc
LB56 VNGMOT history
LB56 VNG is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 188,556 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2023.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 27 Apr 2024
- Mileage
- 188,556 mi
- At MOT on 28 Apr 2023
- MOT tests
- 18
- 13 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 8,765 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB56 VNG
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 520
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 1,995 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2006
- First used
- 9 Dec 2006
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 27 Apr 2024
- Latest MOT test
- 28 Apr 2023 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB56 VNG was last recorded at 188,556 miles on 28 Apr 2023, 9,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2022.
- Previous MOT
- 179,541 miles · 2 Feb 2022
- Between the last two tests
- 9,015 miles
- Average per year
- 8,765 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2023 – 188,556 miles
- 2022 – 179,541 miles
- 2021 – 173,930 miles
- 2019 – 160,754 miles
- 2018 – 146,306 miles
- 2017 – 129,398 miles
- 2016 – 119,396 miles
- 2015 – 111,434 miles
- 2014 – 102,960 miles
- 2013 – 96,770 miles
- 2012 – 90,544 miles
- 2011 – 84,296 miles
- 2010 – 73,083 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass188,556 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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 Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022
Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
18 tests since 23 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass188,556 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 188,556 miles
- Test number
- 229290025157
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail188,556 miles (+9,015)3 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 188,556 miles
- Test number
- 579719122542
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
Pass179,541 miles (+47)9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 179,541 miles
- Test number
- 973787806935
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Fail179,494 miles (+5,564)2 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,494 miles
- Test number
- 866242256146
- DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to front (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
Pass173,930 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 173,930 miles
- Test number
- 645723739215
- AdvisoryManufactures engine and body & Sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail173,928 miles (+43)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,928 miles
- Test number
- 929672009200
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryManufactures engine and body & Sill covers fitted restricting inspection of components
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Fail173,885 miles (+13,131)3 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,885 miles
- Test number
- 869154853748
- DangerousNearside Front Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
- DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel has a welding defect (5.2.2 (a))
- DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear lower arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both pipes from floor/fuel tank area to both brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both lower arms front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass160,754 miles (+14,448)1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2020
- Odometer
- 160,754 miles
- Test number
- 831463240542
- MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both drop link arms (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake lever pivots slightly worn (1.1.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe to hose (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs ----Some Corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
Pass146,306 miles
- MOT expiry
- 4 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 146,306 miles
- Test number
- 139293109054
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,306 miles (+16,908)1 dangerous
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,306 miles
- Test number
- 373899194054
- DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
Pass129,398 miles (+10,002)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 129,398 miles
- Test number
- 650094491697
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass119,396 miles (+7,962)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 119,396 miles
- Test number
- 701321757058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass111,434 miles (+8,474)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 111,434 miles
- Test number
- 135955345497
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass102,960 miles (+6,190)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 102,960 miles
- Test number
- 466185824062
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
Pass96,770 miles (+6,226)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 96,770 miles
- Test number
- 675692433070
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass90,544 miles (+6,248)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 90,544 miles
- Test number
- 547248122074
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass84,296 miles (+11,213)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 84,296 miles
- Test number
- 165860451422
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,083 miles3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 73,083 miles
- Test number
- 763634450079
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about LB56 VNG
- Does LB56 VNG currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on LB56 VNG expired on 27 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on LB56 VNG?
- The MOT on LB56 VNG expired on 27 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has LB56 VNG done?
- LB56 VNG was recorded at 188,556 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2023, an average of 8,765 miles a year.
- Has LB56 VNG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB56 VNG has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2023.
- Has the mileage on LB56 VNG 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 VNG find?
- LB56 VNG passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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