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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LD53 KWMMOT history

LD53 KWM is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 137,027 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
137,027 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,134 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KWM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 KWM was last recorded at 137,027 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 8,105 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,922 miles · 13 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,105 miles
Average per year
6,134 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,027 miles
  • 2025 – 128,922 miles
  • 2024 – 120,920 miles
  • 2023 – 116,012 miles
  • 2022 – 108,832 miles
  • 2021 – 102,797 miles
  • 2020 – 97,481 miles
  • 2019 – 96,454 miles
  • 2018 – 88,047 miles
  • 2017 – 79,429 miles
  • 2016 – 70,920 miles
  • 2015 – 66,973 miles
  • 2014 – 62,532 miles
  • 2013 – 57,820 miles
  • 2012 – 54,126 miles
  • 2011 – 48,741 miles
  • 2010 – 43,921 miles
  • 2009 – 40,157 miles
  • 2008 – 33,075 miles
  • 2007 – 26,424 miles
  • 2006 – 17,478 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,027 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair park brake (1.2.1 (c))
  • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy

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.

  • Centre mirror loose

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearsie and offside front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

30 tests since 8 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,027 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    137,027 miles
    Test number
    521423522336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair park brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy

  2. Fail137,015 miles (+8,093)2 dangerous2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,015 miles
    Test number
    392880525042
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryService brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair park brake (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses cloudy

  3. Pass128,922 miles (+8,002)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    128,922 miles
    Test number
    845673446054
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edges nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses could do with a clean

  4. Pass120,920 miles (+4,908)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    120,920 miles
    Test number
    442055312743
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front mounts slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses misty
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror loose

  5. Pass116,012 miles (+53)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,012 miles
    Test number
    337503556791
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearsie and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror loose
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside headlight lenses deteiorated

  6. Fail115,959 miles (+590)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,959 miles
    Test number
    640062919184
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearsie and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear light on
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror loose
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside headlight lenses deteiorated

  7. Fail115,369 miles (+6,537)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,369 miles
    Test number
    929198536693
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
    • AdvisoryCentre mirror loose

  8. Pass108,832 miles (+6,035)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    108,832 miles
    Test number
    210376549872
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge on limit 245/45/17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass102,797 miles (+5,316)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    102,797 miles
    Test number
    663584132875
    • AdvisoryFront nearside and offside tyres wearing inner tread

  10. Pass97,481 miles (+1,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    97,481 miles
    Test number
    252479526644
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Both rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Fail96,454 miles (+8,407)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,454 miles
    Test number
    532281281299
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge +cuts in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass88,047 miles (+44)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    88,047 miles
    Test number
    864358350219
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail88,003 miles (+8,574)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,003 miles
    Test number
    337535653932
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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))

  14. Pass79,429 miles (+8,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    79,429 miles
    Test number
    212601317463
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass70,920 miles (+3,947)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,920 miles
    Test number
    574222292533

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,973 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    66,973 miles
    Test number
    160119976354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  17. Fail66,972 miles (+4,440)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,972 miles
    Test number
    508963520125
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  18. Fail62,532 miles2 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,532 miles
    Test number
    319339344481
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOffside front tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOffside rear tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass62,532 miles (+4,712)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    62,532 miles
    Test number
    468149644291
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside front tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOffside front tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOffside rear tyre begining to perish
    • NoteOil leak from rear diff
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass57,820 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    57,820 miles
    Test number
    398367943424
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail57,819 miles (+3,693)4 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,819 miles
    Test number
    218496843214
    • FailureNearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear diff leaking oil
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass54,126 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,126 miles
    Test number
    117221652298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,741 miles (+4,820)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,741 miles
    Test number
    126659341245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass43,921 miles (+3,764)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    43,921 miles
    Test number
    874203760209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass40,157 miles (+7,082)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,157 miles
    Test number
    754205619399
    • NoteSlight clonk from steering coloum area when steering wheel rotated

  26. Pass33,075 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,075 miles
    Test number
    562528438397
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn unevenly and low on outer edge

  27. Fail33,075 miles (+888)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,075 miles
    Test number
    550257538312
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn unevenly and low on outer edge

  28. Pass32,187 miles (+5,763)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,187 miles
    Test number
    580778348231
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn unevenly on outer edge
    • NoteSlight play in top of steering coloum

  29. Pass26,424 miles (+8,946)
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    26,424 miles
    Test number
    810296447265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass17,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    17,478 miles
    Test number
    270171556288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 KWM

Does LD53 KWM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 KWM is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KWM?
The MOT on LD53 KWM is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 KWM done?
LD53 KWM was recorded at 137,027 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 6,134 miles a year.
Has LD53 KWM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KWM has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 KWM 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 LD53 KWM find?
LD53 KWM passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 5 more.

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