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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LB57 PFJMOT history

LB57 PFJ is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 89,258 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jan 2027
Mileage
89,258 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,252 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB57 PFJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB57 PFJ was last recorded at 89,258 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 3,702 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,556 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,702 miles
Average per year
4,252 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 89,258 miles
  • 2025 – 85,556 miles
  • 2023 – 82,394 miles
  • 2022 – 78,680 miles
  • 2021 – 74,833 miles
  • 2020 – 71,310 miles
  • 2019 – 67,444 miles
  • 2018 – 62,395 miles
  • 2016 – 57,886 miles
  • 2015 – 52,799 miles
  • 2014 – 46,818 miles
  • 2013 – 40,450 miles
  • 2012 – 33,375 miles
  • 2011 – 25,335 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,258 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryUndertray fittedRecorded at 3 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Engine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,258 miles (+3,702)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    89,258 miles
    Test number
    610462778953
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  2. Pass85,556 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    85,556 miles
    Test number
    194745387039
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail85,556 miles (+3,162)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,556 miles
    Test number
    582809401795
    • MajorNearside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Macpherson strut top bush or bearing has excessive wear or free play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass82,394 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,394 miles
    Test number
    795771454537
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Fail82,394 miles (+3,714)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,394 miles
    Test number
    786750763683
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  6. Pass78,680 miles (+3,847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    78,680 miles
    Test number
    158864029900
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass74,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,833 miles
    Test number
    538579303380
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail74,833 miles (+3,523)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,833 miles
    Test number
    924773800530
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bonnet primary retaining device ineffective (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,310 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    550923853602

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,310 miles (+3,866)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,310 miles
    Test number
    161157672800
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Pass67,444 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    67,444 miles
    Test number
    427660399361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail67,429 miles (+5,034)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,429 miles
    Test number
    145964785755
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Upper Oil leaking excessively from engine engine bay (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components
    • AdvisoryNo gas blast detected at time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of brake / fuel lines and other components

  13. Pass62,395 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    62,395 miles
    Test number
    459794460976
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  14. Fail62,395 miles (+4,509)1 dangerous6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,395 miles
    Test number
    575605706010
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring missing and directional control affected (5.3.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring missing (5.3.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted obscuring view of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring view of some components

  15. Pass57,886 miles (+5,087)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    57,886 miles
    Test number
    615939082690
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Pass52,799 miles (+5,981)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    52,799 miles
    Test number
    869327005002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,818 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    275399024065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail46,818 miles (+6,368)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,818 miles
    Test number
    656689524090
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass40,450 miles (+7,075)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    40,450 miles
    Test number
    589321833004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,375 miles (+8,040)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    33,375 miles
    Test number
    179511832472
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R tyre has cut in tread

  21. Pass25,335 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,335 miles
    Test number
    158857511476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB57 PFJ

Does LB57 PFJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB57 PFJ is valid until 28 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB57 PFJ?
The MOT on LB57 PFJ is valid until 28 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB57 PFJ done?
LB57 PFJ was recorded at 89,258 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 4,252 miles a year.
Has LB57 PFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB57 PFJ has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LB57 PFJ 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 LB57 PFJ find?
LB57 PFJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; oil leak, but not excessive, and 3 more.

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