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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 EPLMOT history

LC61 EPL is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Nov 2011. Its MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Mar 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 28 Mar 2026
Mileage
137,361 mi
At MOT on 29 Mar 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,499 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 EPL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 EPL was last recorded at 137,361 miles on 29 Mar 2025, 6,695 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,666 miles · 25 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
6,695 miles
Average per year
9,499 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,361 miles
  • 2024 – 130,666 miles
  • 2023 – 124,167 miles
  • 2022 – 113,452 miles
  • 2021 – 113,085 miles
  • 2020 – 96,394 miles
  • 2019 – 85,312 miles
  • 2018 – 72,224 miles
  • 2017 – 61,940 miles
  • 2015 – 48,968 miles
  • 2014 – 40,273 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,361 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 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.

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 15 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,361 miles (+6,695)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    137,361 miles
    Test number
    109899657572
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass130,666 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    130,666 miles
    Test number
    929079199940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail130,664 miles (+6,497)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,664 miles
    Test number
    559156478587
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass124,167 miles (+10,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    124,167 miles
    Test number
    280285824522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass113,452 miles (+367)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    113,452 miles
    Test number
    503299167855
    • AdvisoryOuter sidewall

  6. Fail113,085 miles (+9,792)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,085 miles
    Test number
    670987790353
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  7. Pass103,293 miles (+6,899)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    103,293 miles
    Test number
    486059895622
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  8. Pass96,394 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,394 miles
    Test number
    519829300676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail96,380 miles (+11,068)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,380 miles
    Test number
    747089144781
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    334787190387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,312 miles (+13,088)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,312 miles
    Test number
    933676077608
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    253316389932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail72,224 miles (+10,284)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,224 miles
    Test number
    841239881682
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass61,940 miles (+12,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    61,940 miles
    Test number
    629262382060
    • AdvisoryAdvise: engine covers fitted obscuring some items.
    • AdvisoryAdvise: under trays fitted obscuring some items.

  15. Pass48,968 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    48,968 miles
    Test number
    830206184172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front window inoperative

  16. Fail48,966 miles (+8,693)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,966 miles
    Test number
    723466199748
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  17. Pass40,273 miles (+2,987)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    40,273 miles
    Test number
    518743044336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,286 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    37,286 miles
    Test number
    919528154262
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LC61 EPL

Does LC61 EPL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC61 EPL expired on 28 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC61 EPL?
The MOT on LC61 EPL expired on 28 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC61 EPL done?
LC61 EPL was recorded at 137,361 miles at its MOT on 29 Mar 2025, an average of 9,499 miles a year.
Has LC61 EPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 EPL has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 EPL 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 EPL find?
LC61 EPL passed its latest MOT on 29 Mar 2025 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both sides; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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