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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 FBXMOT history

LC61 FBX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 9 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 151,687 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LC61 FBX blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
151,687 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 FBX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
9 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 FBX was last recorded at 151,687 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 14,114 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,573 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
14,114 miles
Average per year
9,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,687 miles
  • 2024 – 137,573 miles
  • 2023 – 124,185 miles
  • 2022 – 110,397 miles
  • 2021 – 102,228 miles
  • 2019 – 96,259 miles
  • 2018 – 83,435 miles
  • 2016 – 66,857 miles
  • 2015 – 53,938 miles
  • 2014 – 43,334 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,687 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    151,687 miles
    Test number
    229604761227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail151,687 miles (+14,114)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,687 miles
    Test number
    696424032778
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass137,573 miles (+13,388)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,573 miles
    Test number
    406472590593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass124,185 miles (+13,788)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    124,185 miles
    Test number
    865055112209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass110,397 miles (+1,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,397 miles
    Test number
    945780287895
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass108,700 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,700 miles
    Test number
    645935784858
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail108,667 miles (+6,439)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,667 miles
    Test number
    866168431377
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass102,228 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,228 miles
    Test number
    913666552056
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail102,227 miles (+5,968)1 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,227 miles
    Test number
    986465442097
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass96,259 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    96,259 miles
    Test number
    691585659622
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Fail96,259 miles (+7,614)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,259 miles
    Test number
    227869542346
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass88,645 miles (+5,210)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,645 miles
    Test number
    460557731718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass83,435 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    83,435 miles
    Test number
    631984163047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail83,435 miles (+16,578)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,435 miles
    Test number
    240730104135
    • MajorBrake lining(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass66,857 miles (+12,919)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    66,857 miles
    Test number
    507516383422

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,938 miles (+10,604)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    53,938 miles
    Test number
    352639605944

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,334 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,334 miles
    Test number
    419809534359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 FBX

Does LC61 FBX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 FBX is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 FBX?
The MOT on LC61 FBX is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 FBX done?
LC61 FBX was recorded at 151,687 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 9,894 miles a year.
Has LC61 FBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 FBX has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 FBX 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 FBX find?
LC61 FBX passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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