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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 ESFMOT history

LC61 ESF is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 19 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 150,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

LC61 ESF black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
150,700 mi
At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 ESF
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
19 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 ESF was last recorded at 150,700 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 4,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,153 miles · 1 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,547 miles
Average per year
7,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,700 miles
  • 2025 – 146,153 miles
  • 2024 – 140,015 miles
  • 2023 – 133,975 miles
  • 2022 – 128,992 miles
  • 2021 – 122,309 miles
  • 2020 – 116,772 miles
  • 2019 – 110,625 miles
  • 2018 – 104,077 miles
  • 2017 – 93,735 miles
  • 2016 – 85,599 miles
  • 2015 – 68,126 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,700 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,700 miles (+4,547)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    150,700 miles
    Test number
    506753005557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass146,153 miles (+6,138)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    146,153 miles
    Test number
    726760295752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,015 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    140,015 miles
    Test number
    763695224947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail140,010 miles (+6,035)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,010 miles
    Test number
    715359573319
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Pass133,975 miles (+4,983)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    133,975 miles
    Test number
    428898699283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,992 miles (+6,683)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    128,992 miles
    Test number
    912225844083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass122,309 miles (+5,537)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    122,309 miles
    Test number
    409071076534
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass116,772 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,772 miles
    Test number
    388562621548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass110,625 miles (+6,548)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,625 miles
    Test number
    411371307094
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass104,077 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    104,077 miles
    Test number
    701788619834
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge
  11. Fail104,077 miles (+10,342)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,077 miles
    Test number
    765467126891
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  12. Pass93,735 miles (+8,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,735 miles
    Test number
    670999553588
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly worn
  13. Pass85,599 miles (+17,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    85,599 miles
    Test number
    467795117364
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass68,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    68,126 miles
    Test number
    175632005072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 ESF

Does LC61 ESF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 ESF is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 ESF?
The MOT on LC61 ESF is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 ESF done?
LC61 ESF was recorded at 150,700 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 7,231 miles a year.
Has LC61 ESF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 ESF has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LC61 ESF 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 ESF find?
LC61 ESF passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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