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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LC08 VWXMOT history

LC08 VWX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 28 May 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 184,499 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Aug 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 15 Aug 2023
Mileage
184,499 mi
At MOT on 16 Aug 2022
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,613 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC08 VWX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 May 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
16 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC08 VWX was last recorded at 184,499 miles on 16 Aug 2022, 5,680 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,819 miles · 9 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
5,680 miles
Average per year
7,613 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 184,499 miles
  • 2021 – 178,819 miles
  • 2020 – 171,073 miles
  • 2019 – 169,217 miles
  • 2018 – 153,293 miles
  • 2016 – 150,196 miles
  • 2015 – 145,741 miles
  • 2014 – 140,732 miles
  • 2013 – 135,731 miles
  • 2012 – 124,045 miles
  • 2011 – 98,622 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,499 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside wiper arm slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Under covers fitted obscuring some underside components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

14 tests since 6 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,499 miles (+5,680)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    184,499 miles
    Test number
    138626219972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass178,819 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    178,819 miles
    Test number
    846941163015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail178,815 miles (+993)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,815 miles
    Test number
    217645294691
    • MajorBrake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail177,822 miles (+6,749)1 dangerous4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,822 miles
    Test number
    418687421441
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Pass171,073 miles (+1,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    171,073 miles
    Test number
    264092794025
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has slight reserve travel.
  6. Pass169,217 miles (+15,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    169,217 miles
    Test number
    446690041141
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has slight reserve travel
  7. Pass153,293 miles (+3,097)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    153,293 miles
    Test number
    751254961761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass150,196 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    150,196 miles
    Test number
    756964276482
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper arm slight play
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components
  9. Fail150,195 miles (+4,454)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,195 miles
    Test number
    998303578495
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid motor inoperative (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside wiper arm slight play
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass145,741 miles (+5,009)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    145,741 miles
    Test number
    552220976789
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryFull underbody covers unable to carry out full underside inspection
  11. Pass140,732 miles (+5,001)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    140,732 miles
    Test number
    176164544347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,731 miles (+11,686)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    135,731 miles
    Test number
    406204263340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass124,045 miles (+25,423)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2013
    Odometer
    124,045 miles
    Test number
    716437242136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass98,622 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2012
    Odometer
    98,622 miles
    Test number
    235106321151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC08 VWX

Does LC08 VWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC08 VWX expired on 15 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC08 VWX?
The MOT on LC08 VWX expired on 15 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC08 VWX done?
LC08 VWX was recorded at 184,499 miles at its MOT on 16 Aug 2022, an average of 7,613 miles a year.
Has LC08 VWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC08 VWX has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LC08 VWX 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 LC08 VWX find?
LC08 VWX passed its latest MOT on 16 Aug 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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