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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 OFSMOT history

LC61 OFS is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 216,516 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LC61 OFS blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
216,516 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
12,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 OFS
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
3 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 OFS was last recorded at 216,516 miles on 11 May 2026, 18,965 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,551 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
18,965 miles
Average per year
12,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 216,516 miles
  • 2025 – 197,551 miles
  • 2023 – 183,193 miles
  • 2022 – 176,958 miles
  • 2021 – 170,861 miles
  • 2020 – 165,554 miles
  • 2019 – 151,088 miles
  • 2018 – 134,451 miles
  • 2017 – 117,541 miles
  • 2016 – 80,672 miles
  • 2015 – 76,432 miles
  • 2014 – 71,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass216,516 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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 1 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass216,516 miles (+18,965)
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    216,516 miles
    Test number
    5528015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass197,551 miles (+14,358)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    197,551 miles
    Test number
    4160594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass183,193 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    183,193 miles
    Test number
    153569052817
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  4. Fail183,193 miles (+6,235)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,193 miles
    Test number
    536259451080
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted

  5. Pass176,958 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    176,958 miles
    Test number
    446991099832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail176,958 miles (+6,097)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,958 miles
    Test number
    120264054112
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass170,861 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    170,861 miles
    Test number
    902007120818

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass165,554 miles (+14,466)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    165,554 miles
    Test number
    954751214374
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass151,088 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,088 miles
    Test number
    127493423054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail151,085 miles (+16,634)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,085 miles
    Test number
    659909964939
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass134,451 miles (+16,910)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,451 miles
    Test number
    490956177202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,541 miles (+36,869)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    117,541 miles
    Test number
    409985825123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass80,672 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,672 miles
    Test number
    252208033025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass80,652 miles (+4,220)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    80,652 miles
    Test number
    337914313383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail76,432 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    239422175030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,432 miles (+5,186)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    76,432 miles
    Test number
    768162275028
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass71,246 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    71,246 miles
    Test number
    157025534312
    • NoteUneven tyre wear

Questions about LC61 OFS

Does LC61 OFS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 OFS is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 OFS?
The MOT on LC61 OFS is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 OFS done?
LC61 OFS was recorded at 216,516 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 12,697 miles a year.
Has LC61 OFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 OFS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LC61 OFS 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 OFS find?
LC61 OFS passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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