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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LD08 YZGMOT history

LD08 YZG is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 10 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 15 Nov 2021 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 231,470 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2021.

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MOT
Expired
On 15 Nov 2021
Mileage
231,470 mi
At MOT on 28 Oct 2021
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
17,917 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 YZG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
10 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Nov 2021
Latest MOT test
28 Oct 2021 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD08 YZG was last recorded at 231,470 miles on 28 Oct 2021, 5,005 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
226,465 miles · 16 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
5,005 miles
Average per year
17,917 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 231,470 miles
  • 2020 – 226,465 miles
  • 2019 – 222,224 miles
  • 2018 – 212,473 miles
  • 2017 – 200,047 miles
  • 2016 – 188,548 miles
  • 2015 – 175,875 miles
  • 2014 – 152,205 miles
  • 2013 – 119,657 miles
  • 2012 – 91,923 miles
  • 2011 – 63,559 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail231,470 miles
  • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 31 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail231,470 miles (+5,005)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,470 miles
    Test number
    833860505954
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering ram leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm tread depth (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.9mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner tread (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass226,465 miles (+4,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    226,465 miles
    Test number
    498715366232
    • AdvisoryEmissions test result too low to record
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi section area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively Front (1.2.1 (e))

  3. Pass222,224 miles (+252)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    222,224 miles
    Test number
    700409292032
    • 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 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail221,972 miles (+9,499)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    221,972 miles
    Test number
    315955861043
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass212,473 miles (+12,426)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    212,473 miles
    Test number
    414949168776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass200,047 miles (+11,499)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    200,047 miles
    Test number
    755781541322
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have worn edges

  7. Pass188,548 miles (+12,673)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    188,548 miles
    Test number
    595916064762
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted,obscuring some under side components.

  8. Pass175,875 miles (+23,670)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    175,875 miles
    Test number
    195267921772
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre deteriorated on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryItems on rear seat not allowing full inspection of seatbelts

  9. Pass152,205 miles (+27)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    152,205 miles
    Test number
    226621334313
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  10. Fail152,178 miles (+32,521)1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,178 miles
    Test number
    288300434367
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  11. Pass119,657 miles (+27,734)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    119,657 miles
    Test number
    516865323317
    • NoteAdvise n/s/f side position light is not working but upper n/s/f side amber position light is working

  12. Pass91,923 miles (+28,364)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    91,923 miles
    Test number
    829228632303
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass63,559 miles (+21,632)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    63,559 miles
    Test number
    737271341322
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront pads low

  14. Pass41,927 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    41,927 miles
    Test number
    169030791013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 YZG

Does LD08 YZG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 YZG expired on 15 Nov 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 YZG?
The MOT on LD08 YZG expired on 15 Nov 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 YZG done?
LD08 YZG was recorded at 231,470 miles at its MOT on 28 Oct 2021, an average of 17,917 miles a year.
Has LD08 YZG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 YZG has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LD08 YZG 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 YZG find?
LD08 YZG failed its latest MOT on 28 Oct 2021 with 4 major defects and 4 advisories: nearside rear other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle; offside steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; parking brake efficiency below requirements, and 5 more.

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