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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LF02 OCTMOT history

LF02 OCT is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 22 Jan 2015. Its MOT is valid until 3 Feb 2027 and it has passed 9 of 12 MOT tests, with 99,841 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Feb 2027
Mileage
99,841 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
12
9 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 OCT
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
22 Jan 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 OCT was last recorded at 99,841 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,837 miles · 3 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
7,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,841 miles
  • 2025 – 90,676 miles
  • 2024 – 81,112 miles
  • 2023 – 71,981 miles
  • 2022 – 62,540 miles
  • 2021 – 53,571 miles
  • 2020 – 46,856 miles
  • 2019 – 44,414 miles
  • 2018 – 40,558 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,841 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

12 tests since 6 Mar 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,841 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    99,841 miles
    Test number
    540645477909
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  2. Fail99,837 miles (+9,161)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,837 miles
    Test number
    649731941073
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass90,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    90,676 miles
    Test number
    959625649573
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  4. Fail90,676 miles (+9,564)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,676 miles
    Test number
    900372913657
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Pass81,112 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,112 miles
    Test number
    828662203168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail81,112 miles (+9,131)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,112 miles
    Test number
    409531047597
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  7. Pass71,981 miles (+9,441)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    71,981 miles
    Test number
    438862536607
    • DangerousBoth rear tyres need changed immediately
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.7mm (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Pass62,540 miles (+8,969)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    62,540 miles
    Test number
    831135636794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass53,571 miles (+6,715)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    53,571 miles
    Test number
    115488625688
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  10. Pass46,856 miles (+2,442)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    46,856 miles
    Test number
    482485230639

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,414 miles (+3,856)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    44,414 miles
    Test number
    673450940260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass40,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    40,558 miles
    Test number
    696105833119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF02 OCT

Does LF02 OCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 OCT is valid until 3 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 OCT?
The MOT on LF02 OCT is valid until 3 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 OCT done?
LF02 OCT was recorded at 99,841 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 7,487 miles a year.
Has LF02 OCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 OCT has failed 3 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 OCT 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 LF02 OCT find?
LF02 OCT passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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