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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LE53 GVTMOT history

LE53 GVT is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 4 Nov 2003. Its MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 73,026 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Feb 2025.

LE53 GVT blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 7 Feb 2026
Mileage
73,026 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,754 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 GVT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
4 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 GVT was last recorded at 73,026 miles on 8 Feb 2025, 1,238 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,788 miles · 1 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
1,238 miles
Average per year
2,754 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 73,026 miles
  • 2024 – 71,788 miles
  • 2021 – 71,788 miles
  • 2020 – 69,823 miles
  • 2019 – 68,900 miles
  • 2018 – 67,488 miles
  • 2017 – 64,437 miles
  • 2016 – 60,323 miles
  • 2015 – 56,683 miles
  • 2014 – 52,725 miles
  • 2013 – 49,061 miles
  • 2012 – 45,958 miles
  • 2011 – 43,029 miles
  • 2010 – 39,507 miles
  • 2009 – 34,290 miles
  • 2008 – 31,741 miles
  • 2007 – 27,582 miles
  • 2006 – 22,475 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,026 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,026 miles (+1,238)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    73,026 miles
    Test number
    274275765940
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass71,788 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    71,788 miles
    Test number
    246609409088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail71,788 miles (+1,965)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,788 miles
    Test number
    373924681342
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass69,823 miles (+923)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    69,823 miles
    Test number
    592496755464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass68,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    68,900 miles
    Test number
    754574674368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail68,900 miles (+1,412)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,900 miles
    Test number
    699198038878
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse lamp

  7. Pass67,488 miles (+3,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    67,488 miles
    Test number
    560657931017
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass64,437 miles (+4,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    64,437 miles
    Test number
    736769813103
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront inner tie rods slight play

  9. Pass60,323 miles (+3,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    60,323 miles
    Test number
    646802754958
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass56,683 miles (+3,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    56,683 miles
    Test number
    226611089151
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass52,725 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,725 miles
    Test number
    475234094222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail52,723 miles (+3,662)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,723 miles
    Test number
    709608184236
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass49,061 miles (+3,103)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    49,061 miles
    Test number
    186009383237
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate faded but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteSteering creking

  14. Pass45,958 miles (+2,929)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    45,958 miles
    Test number
    365821692299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass43,029 miles (+3,522)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,029 miles
    Test number
    467301891229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,507 miles (+5,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    39,507 miles
    Test number
    103481400357
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass34,290 miles (+2,549)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,290 miles
    Test number
    520845389228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,741 miles (+4,159)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,741 miles
    Test number
    602365798264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass27,582 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,582 miles
    Test number
    684334007328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail27,581 miles (+5,106)2 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,581 miles
    Test number
    432443207320
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  21. Pass22,475 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    22,475 miles
    Test number
    330276276413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail22,474 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,474 miles
    Test number
    670935876294
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Questions about LE53 GVT

Does LE53 GVT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE53 GVT expired on 7 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE53 GVT?
The MOT on LE53 GVT expired on 7 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE53 GVT done?
LE53 GVT was recorded at 73,026 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2025, an average of 2,754 miles a year.
Has LE53 GVT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 GVT has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LE53 GVT 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 GVT find?
LE53 GVT passed its latest MOT on 8 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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