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BMW 520

Silver · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LD07 FWHMOT history

LD07 FWH is a silver diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Mar 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 Oct 2025 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 180,471 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 23 Oct 2025
Mileage
180,471 mi
At MOT on 24 Oct 2024
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
10,721 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD07 FWH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
31 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD07 FWH was last recorded at 180,471 miles on 24 Oct 2024, 11,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,495 miles · 19 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
11,976 miles
Average per year
10,721 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 180,471 miles
  • 2023 – 168,495 miles
  • 2022 – 155,164 miles
  • 2021 – 146,064 miles
  • 2020 – 137,653 miles
  • 2019 – 128,573 miles
  • 2018 – 118,393 miles
  • 2017 – 107,551 miles
  • 2016 – 101,415 miles
  • 2015 – 86,035 miles
  • 2014 – 73,492 miles
  • 2013 – 62,548 miles
  • 2012 – 50,950 miles
  • 2011 – 35,672 miles
  • 2010 – 24,763 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,471 miles
  • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s front (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, 2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 16 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,471 miles (+11,976)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    180,471 miles
    Test number
    282433321060
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass168,495 miles (+13,331)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    168,495 miles
    Test number
    474126024886
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated N/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Various (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass155,164 miles (+9,100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    155,164 miles
    Test number
    657624486972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass146,064 miles (+32)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    146,064 miles
    Test number
    152692519336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail146,032 miles (+8,379)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,032 miles
    Test number
    856352986109
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass137,653 miles (+9,080)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    137,653 miles
    Test number
    933189757327
    • AdvisoryBoth light aims too high (adjusted)
    • AdvisoryFree off o/s/r seat belt buckle
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on edges
  7. Pass128,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,573 miles
    Test number
    551397510202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail128,572 miles (+10,179)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,572 miles
    Test number
    803139131966
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  9. Pass118,393 miles (+10,842)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,393 miles
    Test number
    113149871320
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar modified but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass107,551 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    107,551 miles
    Test number
    460386662171
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  11. Fail107,549 miles (+6,134)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,549 miles
    Test number
    922868891519
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  12. Pass101,415 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    101,415 miles
    Test number
    243081517867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,598 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    974102257544
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail98,598 miles (+12,563)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,598 miles
    Test number
    355878637448
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass86,035 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    86,035 miles
    Test number
    398795215106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail86,035 miles (+12,543)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,035 miles
    Test number
    178554515155
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
  17. Pass73,492 miles (+10,944)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    73,492 miles
    Test number
    196985094029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass62,548 miles (+11,598)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    62,548 miles
    Test number
    738669203112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass50,950 miles (+15,278)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    50,950 miles
    Test number
    447618212151
    • NoteN/side front tyre balding on inner edge
    • NoteO/side front tyre balding on inner edge
  20. Pass35,672 miles (+10,909)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,672 miles
    Test number
    356676311161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass24,763 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    24,763 miles
    Test number
    703180810138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail24,753 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,753 miles
    Test number
    684796000154
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LD07 FWH

Does LD07 FWH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD07 FWH expired on 23 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD07 FWH?
The MOT on LD07 FWH expired on 23 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD07 FWH done?
LD07 FWH was recorded at 180,471 miles at its MOT on 24 Oct 2024, an average of 10,721 miles a year.
Has LD07 FWH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD07 FWH has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LD07 FWH 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 LD07 FWH find?
LD07 FWH passed its latest MOT on 24 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated n/s o/s front and rear; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front shock absorbers has light misting of oil n/s and o/s, and 6 more.

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