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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LC61 RJUMOT history

LC61 RJU is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 159,788 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
159,788 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2025
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
6,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 RJU
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
2 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 RJU was last recorded at 159,788 miles on 28 Nov 2025, 9,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
150,287 miles · 23 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
9,501 miles
Average per year
6,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,788 miles
  • 2024 – 150,287 miles
  • 2023 – 145,354 miles
  • 2022 – 140,397 miles
  • 2021 – 134,194 miles
  • 2020 – 130,158 miles
  • 2019 – 127,287 miles
  • 2018 – 122,561 miles
  • 2017 – 117,437 miles
  • 2016 – 108,249 miles
  • 2015 – 100,446 miles
  • 2014 – 91,860 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,788 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mount bush slightly worn / cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 26 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,788 miles (+9,501)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    159,788 miles
    Test number
    439564932357
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mount bush slightly worn / cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass150,287 miles (+4,933)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    150,287 miles
    Test number
    901529802789
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mount bushes slight cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass145,354 miles (+4,957)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    145,354 miles
    Test number
    749383629083
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryLimited inspection under shields fitted
  4. Pass140,397 miles (+6,203)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    140,397 miles
    Test number
    363639645571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass134,194 miles (+4,036)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    134,194 miles
    Test number
    753370713244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass130,158 miles (+2,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,158 miles
    Test number
    109631008301
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have wear on the outer edge
  7. Pass127,287 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,287 miles
    Test number
    206875287412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass122,561 miles (+5,124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    122,561 miles
    Test number
    956276108952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
  9. Pass117,437 miles (+9,188)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    117,437 miles
    Test number
    389352559979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,249 miles (+7,803)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,249 miles
    Test number
    577644744327
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (Rear Arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre Wearing Low On Outer Edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre Remaining 2.5mm
  11. Pass100,446 miles (+8,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,446 miles
    Test number
    971418802569
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass91,860 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    91,860 miles
    Test number
    857519164240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC61 RJU

Does LC61 RJU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 RJU is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LC61 RJU?
The MOT on LC61 RJU is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 RJU done?
LC61 RJU was recorded at 159,788 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2025, an average of 6,080 miles a year.
Has LC61 RJU ever failed its MOT?
No. LC61 RJU has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LC61 RJU 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 RJU find?
LC61 RJU passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides; offside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff mount bush slightly worn / cracking.

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