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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 CZWMOT history

LB59 CZW is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 26 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 14 of 17 MOT tests, with 220,021 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
220,021 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
14 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 CZW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
26 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 CZW was last recorded at 220,021 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 3,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
216,460 miles · 1 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
3,561 miles
Average per year
11,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 220,021 miles
  • 2025 – 216,460 miles
  • 2024 – 208,081 miles
  • 2023 – 199,834 miles
  • 2022 – 193,542 miles
  • 2020 – 177,542 miles
  • 2019 – 169,272 miles
  • 2018 – 154,356 miles
  • 2017 – 143,490 miles
  • 2016 – 131,648 miles
  • 2015 – 110,240 miles
  • 2014 – 98,522 miles
  • 2013 – 84,607 miles
  • 2012 – 65,252 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,021 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 19 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,021 miles (+3,561)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    220,021 miles
    Test number
    561085777790
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass216,460 miles (+8,379)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    216,460 miles
    Test number
    668406486282
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass208,081 miles (+8,247)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    208,081 miles
    Test number
    632633192010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass199,834 miles (+6,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    199,834 miles
    Test number
    713710885161
    • AdvisoryCentral brake light faulty
  5. Pass193,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    193,542 miles
    Test number
    488828504786
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  6. Fail193,542 miles (+16,000)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,542 miles
    Test number
    998004153904
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  7. Pass177,542 miles (+8,270)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    177,542 miles
    Test number
    725330084594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass169,272 miles (+14,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    169,272 miles
    Test number
    394687817940
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Rear (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass154,356 miles (+10,866)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    154,356 miles
    Test number
    541118343996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass143,490 miles (+11,842)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    143,490 miles
    Test number
    953381161476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,648 miles (+21,408)
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    131,648 miles
    Test number
    429982918408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass110,240 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    110,240 miles
    Test number
    419392929332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,240 miles (+11,718)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,240 miles
    Test number
    484822002585
    • FailureWindscreen has a combination of minor damage areas which restrict the drivers view (8.3.1c)
  14. Pass98,522 miles (+13,915)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    98,522 miles
    Test number
    739457384255
    • NoteO/s front tyre worn on edge
  15. Pass84,607 miles (+19,355)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    84,607 miles
    Test number
    716261493232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass65,252 miles (+800)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    825791932338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail64,452 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,452 miles
    Test number
    437504722327
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about LB59 CZW

Does LB59 CZW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB59 CZW is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB59 CZW?
The MOT on LB59 CZW is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB59 CZW done?
LB59 CZW was recorded at 220,021 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 11,622 miles a year.
Has LB59 CZW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 CZW has failed 3 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB59 CZW 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 LB59 CZW find?
LB59 CZW passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with 11 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front coil spring corroded; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 8 more.

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