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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 MFYMOT history

LC61 MFY is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Nov 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 102,621 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LC61 MFY white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Apr 2027
Mileage
102,621 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,035 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 MFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Nov 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 MFY was last recorded at 102,621 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 8,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,207 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,414 miles
Average per year
6,035 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,621 miles
  • 2025 – 94,207 miles
  • 2024 – 87,256 miles
  • 2023 – 87,234 miles
  • 2022 – 75,506 miles
  • 2021 – 72,050 miles
  • 2020 – 67,573 miles
  • 2019 – 61,883 miles
  • 2017 – 56,396 miles
  • 2016 – 45,509 miles
  • 2015 – 37,500 miles
  • 2014 – 33,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,621 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.

  • Engine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 3 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,621 miles (+8,414)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    102,621 miles
    Test number
    736481279610

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass94,207 miles (+59)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    94,207 miles
    Test number
    287247495798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail94,148 miles (+6,892)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,148 miles
    Test number
    532090450204
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass87,256 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    87,256 miles
    Test number
    886116503871
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail87,256 miles (+22)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,256 miles
    Test number
    681066055131
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail87,234 miles (+11,728)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,234 miles
    Test number
    536798063724
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative When operating manual headlamp levelling device switch, headlamp beam image does not move up and down. (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened o/s + n/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass75,506 miles (+3,456)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    75,506 miles
    Test number
    306645357249
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

  8. Pass72,050 miles (+4,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    72,050 miles
    Test number
    558212050226
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some component's

  9. Pass67,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    288245734391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail67,573 miles (+5,690)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,573 miles
    Test number
    981421712580
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass61,883 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    61,883 miles
    Test number
    669654066215
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

  12. Fail61,883 miles (+5,487)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,883 miles
    Test number
    246595819881
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under shields fitted restricting the view of some components

  13. Pass56,396 miles (+4,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    56,396 miles
    Test number
    990964311509
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass51,692 miles (+6,183)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    51,692 miles
    Test number
    212445341057
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted obstruct view

  15. Pass45,509 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    45,509 miles
    Test number
    622016327706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail45,480 miles (+7,980)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,480 miles
    Test number
    893995433047
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/55/17 (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail37,500 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    566793875013
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.A.1)

  18. Pass37,500 miles (+4,059)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    777663875099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass33,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    33,441 miles
    Test number
    179307904329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 MFY

Does LC61 MFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 MFY is valid until 20 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 MFY?
The MOT on LC61 MFY is valid until 20 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 MFY done?
LC61 MFY was recorded at 102,621 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 6,035 miles a year.
Has LC61 MFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 MFY has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LC61 MFY 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 MFY find?
LC61 MFY passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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