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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LE57 DPKMOT history

LE57 DPK is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 13 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024 and it has passed 13 of 19 MOT tests, with 162,011 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Sept 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Sept 2024
Mileage
162,011 mi
At MOT on 17 Sept 2023
MOT tests
19
13 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,624 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE57 DPK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
13 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE57 DPK was last recorded at 162,011 miles on 17 Sept 2023, 14,366 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,645 miles · 8 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
14,366 miles
Average per year
9,624 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 162,011 miles
  • 2022 – 147,645 miles
  • 2021 – 135,261 miles
  • 2020 – 127,379 miles
  • 2019 – 119,524 miles
  • 2018 – 112,478 miles
  • 2017 – 109,549 miles
  • 2016 – 97,990 miles
  • 2015 – 87,732 miles
  • 2014 – 77,354 miles
  • 2013 – 66,270 miles
  • 2012 – 52,176 miles
  • 2011 – 40,777 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,011 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,011 miles (+14,366)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    162,011 miles
    Test number
    944922877011
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Pass147,645 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    147,645 miles
    Test number
    110024841207
    • AdvisorySUNSTRIP
  3. Fail147,640 miles (+12,379)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,640 miles
    Test number
    110551089134
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySUNSTRIP
  4. Pass135,261 miles (+7,882)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    135,261 miles
    Test number
    477938738187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  5. Pass127,379 miles (+7,855)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    127,379 miles
    Test number
    943021560798
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine little noisy
  6. Pass119,524 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    119,524 miles
    Test number
    486745700706
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  7. Fail119,504 miles (+7,026)1 dangerous5 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,504 miles
    Test number
    387659231925
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit plate limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing
  8. Pass112,478 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    112,478 miles
    Test number
    741717735406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail112,478 miles (+2,929)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,478 miles
    Test number
    806651520704
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass109,549 miles (+11,559)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    109,549 miles
    Test number
    840830035124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass97,990 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    97,990 miles
    Test number
    767228831073
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOff side inner rack jiont piay
  12. Fail97,970 miles (+10,238)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,970 miles
    Test number
    421199967149
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • 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 pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOff side inner rack jiont piay
  13. Pass87,732 miles (+407)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    87,732 miles
    Test number
    249765385052
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  14. Fail87,325 miles (+9,971)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,325 miles
    Test number
    386309775080
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  15. Pass77,354 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    77,354 miles
    Test number
    925035064026
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  16. Fail77,353 miles (+11,083)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,353 miles
    Test number
    415005564066
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass66,270 miles (+14,094)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    66,270 miles
    Test number
    326360473091
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions too clean to test
    • NoteN/s/r tyre close to wear indicators
  18. Pass52,176 miles (+11,399)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    52,176 miles
    Test number
    439860432038
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to get low on tread on inner edges
  19. Pass40,777 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    40,777 miles
    Test number
    198282741444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE57 DPK

Does LE57 DPK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE57 DPK expired on 16 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE57 DPK?
The MOT on LE57 DPK expired on 16 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE57 DPK done?
LE57 DPK was recorded at 162,011 miles at its MOT on 17 Sept 2023, an average of 9,624 miles a year.
Has LE57 DPK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE57 DPK has failed 6 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LE57 DPK 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 LE57 DPK find?
LE57 DPK passed its latest MOT on 17 Sept 2023 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin and rear.

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