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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 MDVMOT history

LC61 MDV is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 138,087 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
138,087 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,676 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 MDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
14 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 MDV was last recorded at 138,087 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 7,753 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,334 miles · 6 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,753 miles
Average per year
7,676 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,087 miles
  • 2025 – 130,334 miles
  • 2024 – 120,865 miles
  • 2023 – 111,839 miles
  • 2022 – 104,616 miles
  • 2021 – 97,179 miles
  • 2020 – 90,546 miles
  • 2019 – 85,034 miles
  • 2018 – 78,308 miles
  • 2017 – 71,690 miles
  • 2016 – 66,604 miles
  • 2015 – 59,018 miles
  • 2014 – 46,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,087 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • N/s/f brake disc back plate lose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Oct 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,087 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    138,087 miles
    Test number
    701667953332
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail138,087 miles (+7,753)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,087 miles
    Test number
    187042745633
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass130,334 miles (+9,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,334 miles
    Test number
    261047243539
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking point block missing-
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened lipped (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean to detect -

  4. Pass120,865 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,865 miles
    Test number
    634684720813
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake disc back plate lose

  5. Fail120,859 miles (+9,020)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,859 miles
    Test number
    772404954204
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f brake disc back plate lose

  6. Pass111,839 miles (+7,223)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,839 miles
    Test number
    635762167894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass104,616 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    104,616 miles
    Test number
    786633838411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail104,611 miles (+7,432)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,611 miles
    Test number
    340622116605
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass97,179 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    97,179 miles
    Test number
    906267261940
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  10. Fail97,120 miles (+6,574)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,120 miles
    Test number
    899977733202
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  11. Pass90,546 miles (+5,512)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,546 miles
    Test number
    116201967595
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  12. Pass85,034 miles (+6,726)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    85,034 miles
    Test number
    136617941473
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass78,308 miles (+6,618)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    78,308 miles
    Test number
    248466395906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,690 miles (+5,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    71,690 miles
    Test number
    403733936884
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass66,604 miles (+116)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,604 miles
    Test number
    293662185226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,488 miles (+7,470)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    66,488 miles
    Test number
    458804616705
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass59,018 miles (+12,579)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,018 miles
    Test number
    299080006567

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    46,439 miles
    Test number
    616337694289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 MDV

Does LC61 MDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 MDV is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 MDV?
The MOT on LC61 MDV is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 MDV done?
LC61 MDV was recorded at 138,087 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 7,676 miles a year.
Has LC61 MDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 MDV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 MDV 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 MDV find?
LC61 MDV passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: steering lock not functioning; front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear one, and 2 more.

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