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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LD61 XDOMOT history

LD61 XDO is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 Oct 2011. Its MOT is valid until 16 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 132,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Mar 2027
Mileage
132,019 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD61 XDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 Oct 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD61 XDO was last recorded at 132,019 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 13,998 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,021 miles · 15 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
13,998 miles
Average per year
8,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,019 miles
  • 2025 – 118,021 miles
  • 2023 – 112,216 miles
  • 2022 – 106,187 miles
  • 2021 – 97,416 miles
  • 2019 – 88,024 miles
  • 2018 – 75,765 miles
  • 2017 – 63,185 miles
  • 2016 – 50,202 miles
  • 2015 – 41,349 miles
  • 2014 – 35,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,019 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Sept 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,019 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    132,019 miles
    Test number
    678499784051
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail132,019 miles (+13,998)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,019 miles
    Test number
    577408154520
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass118,021 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,021 miles
    Test number
    940164125815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass112,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,216 miles
    Test number
    457705419859

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail112,216 miles (+6,029)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,216 miles
    Test number
    512421613191
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  6. Pass106,187 miles (+8,771)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    106,187 miles
    Test number
    715987439674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass97,416 miles (+5)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    97,416 miles
    Test number
    305793027329
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail97,411 miles (+9,387)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,411 miles
    Test number
    640745917191
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass88,024 miles (+12,259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,024 miles
    Test number
    618785166718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass75,765 miles (+12,580)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    75,765 miles
    Test number
    573654116686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass63,185 miles (+12,983)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    136275739265
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning on dashboard
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass50,202 miles (+8,853)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    50,202 miles
    Test number
    535158621824
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass41,349 miles (+5,728)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,349 miles
    Test number
    298383035166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,621 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    656608364284
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail35,621 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,621 miles
    Test number
    717538064281
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LD61 XDO

Does LD61 XDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD61 XDO is valid until 16 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD61 XDO?
The MOT on LD61 XDO is valid until 16 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD61 XDO done?
LD61 XDO was recorded at 132,019 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 8,401 miles a year.
Has LD61 XDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD61 XDO has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on LD61 XDO 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 LD61 XDO find?
LD61 XDO passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front oil leak, but not excessive; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both.

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