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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LE53 BETMOT history

LE53 BET is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Aug 2010. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 84,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Apr 2026.

LE53 BET black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
84,398 mi
At MOT on 21 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,637 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 BET
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
27 Aug 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 BET was last recorded at 84,398 miles on 21 Apr 2026, 2,664 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,734 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
2,664 miles
Average per year
4,637 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,398 miles
  • 2025 – 81,734 miles
  • 2024 – 79,182 miles
  • 2023 – 76,901 miles
  • 2022 – 73,968 miles
  • 2021 – 69,866 miles
  • 2020 – 64,710 miles
  • 2019 – 59,475 miles
  • 2018 – 53,455 miles
  • 2017 – 48,932 miles
  • 2016 – 44,471 miles
  • 2015 – 39,437 miles
  • 2014 – 32,861 miles
  • 2013 – 25,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,398 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 29 Jul 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    84,398 miles
    Test number
    202456381306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail84,396 miles (+2,662)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,396 miles
    Test number
    909033888022
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass81,734 miles (+2,552)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    81,734 miles
    Test number
    665686146103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass79,182 miles (+2,281)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2025
    Odometer
    79,182 miles
    Test number
    785087335749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,901 miles (+2,933)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,901 miles
    Test number
    680640049458
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Pass73,968 miles (+4,102)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,968 miles
    Test number
    921942987827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass69,866 miles (+5,156)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,866 miles
    Test number
    990125636368
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff bushes cracked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement diff bushes cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  8. Pass64,710 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    678237457018
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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. Fail64,710 miles (+5,235)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,710 miles
    Test number
    512368235177
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  10. Pass59,475 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    362143567599
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4-5mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail59,475 miles (+6,020)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,475 miles
    Test number
    961062976268
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin 4-5mm remaining (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass53,455 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,455 miles
    Test number
    375611117800
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail53,455 miles (+4,523)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,455 miles
    Test number
    911001119030
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass48,932 miles (+507)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    48,932 miles
    Test number
    534399746653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,425 miles (+3,954)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,425 miles
    Test number
    505485165221
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  16. Pass44,471 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    44,471 miles
    Test number
    353902322968
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  17. Fail44,469 miles (+5,032)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,469 miles
    Test number
    638536464883
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut/damaged inner breadth also close to balding (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Pass39,437 miles (+6,576)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    39,437 miles
    Test number
    309480225272
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass32,861 miles (+7,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    32,861 miles
    Test number
    549605924284
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass25,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    707380813265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail25,374 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,374 miles
    Test number
    505820913250
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LE53 BET

Does LE53 BET currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 BET is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE53 BET?
The MOT on LE53 BET is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 BET done?
LE53 BET was recorded at 84,398 miles at its MOT on 21 Apr 2026, an average of 4,637 miles a year.
Has LE53 BET ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 BET has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LE53 BET 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 LE53 BET find?
LE53 BET passed its latest MOT on 21 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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