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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 WJLMOT history

LD08 WJL is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Apr 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 183,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Apr 2027
Mileage
183,889 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
9,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 WJL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 WJL was last recorded at 183,889 miles on 25 Apr 2026, 20,968 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,921 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
20,968 miles
Average per year
9,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,889 miles
  • 2025 – 162,921 miles
  • 2024 – 149,068 miles
  • 2023 – 140,081 miles
  • 2022 – 134,957 miles
  • 2021 – 126,840 miles
  • 2020 – 114,624 miles
  • 2019 – 106,044 miles
  • 2018 – 98,120 miles
  • 2017 – 90,539 miles
  • 2016 – 85,563 miles
  • 2015 – 78,697 miles
  • 2014 – 71,708 miles
  • 2013 – 64,835 miles
  • 2012 – 57,082 miles
  • 2011 – 39,886 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,889 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL STONE CHIP.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,889 miles (+20,968)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    183,889 miles
    Test number
    478568898812
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass162,921 miles (+13,853)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,921 miles
    Test number
    422418598876
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass149,068 miles (+8,987)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,068 miles
    Test number
    422546788101
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass140,081 miles (+5,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,081 miles
    Test number
    170271638939
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,957 miles (+8,117)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    134,957 miles
    Test number
    819227595307
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass126,840 miles (+12,216)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    126,840 miles
    Test number
    353504357830
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass114,624 miles (+8,580)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    114,624 miles
    Test number
    111542251457
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass106,044 miles (+24)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    106,044 miles
    Test number
    973679698819
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL STONE CHIP. (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail106,020 miles (+7,900)1 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    824026927684
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed ON INNER EDGE OF TYRE TREAD. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Side repeater not working ON WING. (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view SMALL STONE CHIP. (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass98,120 miles (+7,581)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,120 miles
    Test number
    299442929059
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted obscuring some components/areas

  11. Pass90,539 miles (+4,976)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    90,539 miles
    Test number
    988740253374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    577424597169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail85,563 miles (+6,866)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,563 miles
    Test number
    156947215378
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  14. Pass78,697 miles (+6,989)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    78,697 miles
    Test number
    479310985059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass71,708 miles (+6,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    71,708 miles
    Test number
    159361084423
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass64,835 miles (+7,753)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    64,835 miles
    Test number
    186361183409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass57,082 miles (+17,196)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    57,082 miles
    Test number
    329473982081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass39,886 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    39,886 miles
    Test number
    359268361092
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LD08 WJL

Does LD08 WJL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 WJL is valid until 24 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 WJL?
The MOT on LD08 WJL is valid until 24 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 WJL done?
LD08 WJL was recorded at 183,889 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2026, an average of 9,518 miles a year.
Has LD08 WJL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 WJL has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2019.
Has the mileage on LD08 WJL 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 LD08 WJL find?
LD08 WJL passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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