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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LC61 VBOMOT history

LC61 VBO is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Jan 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 98,719 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LC61 VBO grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
98,719 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,146 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC61 VBO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
24 Jan 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC61 VBO was last recorded at 98,719 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 8,583 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,136 miles · 21 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
8,583 miles
Average per year
6,146 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,719 miles
  • 2025 – 90,136 miles
  • 2024 – 85,139 miles
  • 2023 – 83,887 miles
  • 2022 – 79,943 miles
  • 2021 – 76,470 miles
  • 2020 – 72,116 miles
  • 2019 – 61,397 miles
  • 2018 – 50,527 miles
  • 2017 – 38,599 miles
  • 2016 – 35,232 miles
  • 2015 – 28,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,719 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

16 tests since 16 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,719 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    98,719 miles
    Test number
    456464109122
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail98,706 miles (+8,570)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,706 miles
    Test number
    484404267865
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass90,136 miles (+4,997)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    90,136 miles
    Test number
    949847558755
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass85,139 miles (+1,252)
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    85,139 miles
    Test number
    709160980981

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass83,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    83,887 miles
    Test number
    876289487650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail83,887 miles (+3,944)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,887 miles
    Test number
    214226481415
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  7. Pass79,943 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    599484781021
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn abnormally on inner edge, very close to reaching canvas layer (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail79,943 miles (+3,473)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,943 miles
    Test number
    462614700026
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn abnormally on inner edge, very close to reaching canvas layer (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass76,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    76,470 miles
    Test number
    892931821704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,470 miles (+4,354)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,470 miles
    Test number
    181580736274
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  11. Pass72,116 miles (+10,719)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    72,116 miles
    Test number
    448236161214
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass61,397 miles (+10,870)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    61,397 miles
    Test number
    865141336643
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass50,527 miles (+11,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    50,527 miles
    Test number
    863080596207
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass38,599 miles (+3,367)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    38,599 miles
    Test number
    146211476918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass35,232 miles (+6,938)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    35,232 miles
    Test number
    960833513884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass28,294 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    28,294 miles
    Test number
    886916015006
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

Questions about LC61 VBO

Does LC61 VBO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LC61 VBO is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LC61 VBO?
The MOT on LC61 VBO is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LC61 VBO done?
LC61 VBO was recorded at 98,719 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 6,146 miles a year.
Has LC61 VBO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC61 VBO has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LC61 VBO 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 VBO find?
LC61 VBO passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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