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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LB59 FYMMOT history

LB59 FYM is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 11 Dec 2009. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 218,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2025
Mileage
218,934 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
16,278 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB59 FYM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB59 FYM was last recorded at 218,934 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 26,855 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,079 miles · 3 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
26,855 miles
Average per year
16,278 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 218,934 miles
  • 2023 – 192,079 miles
  • 2022 – 181,806 miles
  • 2021 – 174,945 miles
  • 2020 – 165,151 miles
  • 2019 – 143,422 miles
  • 2018 – 120,259 miles
  • 2017 – 99,269 miles
  • 2016 – 76,608 miles
  • 2015 – 53,612 miles
  • 2014 – 32,696 miles
  • 2012 – 24,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,934 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

17 tests since 26 Nov 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,934 miles (+26,855)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    218,934 miles
    Test number
    819957414963
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass192,079 miles (+10,273)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    192,079 miles
    Test number
    622691600158
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder Tray FItted

  3. Pass181,806 miles (+6,861)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    181,806 miles
    Test number
    310121893587
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass174,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    372887712203
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail174,945 miles (+9,794)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,945 miles
    Test number
    565111217683
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass165,151 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    165,151 miles
    Test number
    320265692180
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail165,151 miles (+21,729)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,151 miles
    Test number
    215058503777
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass143,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    143,422 miles
    Test number
    324859935303
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Fail143,422 miles (+23,163)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,422 miles
    Test number
    782248414561
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed worn on inner edge as marked 225 50 17 94w r/f (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass120,259 miles (+20,990)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    120,259 miles
    Test number
    984678212649
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass99,269 miles (+22,661)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    99,269 miles
    Test number
    536034412288
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  12. Pass76,608 miles (+22,996)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    76,608 miles
    Test number
    701636812471
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres worn low on tread on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass53,612 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    137650255004
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail53,612 miles (+20,916)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,612 miles
    Test number
    139800255089
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass32,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    32,696 miles
    Test number
    429610554099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail32,696 miles (+8,568)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,696 miles
    Test number
    816225144045
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  17. Pass24,128 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    24,128 miles
    Test number
    935791432304
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LB59 FYM

Does LB59 FYM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB59 FYM expired on 13 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB59 FYM?
The MOT on LB59 FYM expired on 13 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB59 FYM done?
LB59 FYM was recorded at 218,934 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 16,278 miles a year.
Has LB59 FYM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB59 FYM has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LB59 FYM 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 FYM find?
LB59 FYM passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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