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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC61 BKZMOT history

LC61 BKZ is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 160,514 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,514 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2026
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 BKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
27 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 BKZ was last recorded at 160,514 miles on 17 Aug 2026, 2,649 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,865 miles · 19 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,649 miles
Average per year
10,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,514 miles
  • 2025 – 157,865 miles
  • 2024 – 146,022 miles
  • 2023 – 141,308 miles
  • 2022 – 135,358 miles
  • 2021 – 126,621 miles
  • 2019 – 112,774 miles
  • 2017 – 83,153 miles
  • 2016 – 67,142 miles
  • 2015 – 49,053 miles
  • 2014 – 36,528 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,514 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Top engine cover fitted Lower engine tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,514 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,514 miles
    Test number
    637985415330
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail160,514 miles (+2,649)1 dangerous1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,514 miles
    Test number
    347858533783
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass157,865 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    157,865 miles
    Test number
    493836018897
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail157,865 miles (+11,843)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,865 miles
    Test number
    863742736561
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass146,022 miles (+4,714)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    146,022 miles
    Test number
    424415466712

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,308 miles (+5,950)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,308 miles
    Test number
    887458863520
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,358 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    135,358 miles
    Test number
    855486421045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has a slight buckle

  8. Fail135,358 miles (+8,737)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,358 miles
    Test number
    688436397860
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has a slight buckle

  9. Pass126,621 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    126,621 miles
    Test number
    299557528563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel fractured at bridge over valve (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass193,771 km
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    193,771 km
    Test number
    842210654329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,774 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    112,774 miles
    Test number
    448124744729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail112,774 miles (+9,589)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,774 miles
    Test number
    512217654164
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass103,185 miles (+20,032)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    103,185 miles
    Test number
    912116623368
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass83,153 miles (+14,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    83,153 miles
    Test number
    492391513137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass68,556 miles (+1,414)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    68,556 miles
    Test number
    141374286363
    • AdvisoryTop engine cover fitted Lower engine tray fitted

  16. Fail67,142 miles (+18,089)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,142 miles
    Test number
    545588055375
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTop engine cover fitted Lower engine tray fitted

  17. Pass49,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    49,053 miles
    Test number
    602309133120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail49,053 miles (+12,525)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,053 miles
    Test number
    209583467730
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass36,528 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    36,528 miles
    Test number
    899707054366
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 BKZ

Does LC61 BKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 BKZ is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 BKZ?
The MOT on LC61 BKZ is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 BKZ done?
LC61 BKZ was recorded at 160,514 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2026, an average of 10,643 miles a year.
Has LC61 BKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 BKZ has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 BKZ 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 LC61 BKZ find?
LC61 BKZ passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust noisy; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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