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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LG11 VADMOT history

LG11 VAD is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 236,889 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
236,889 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
14,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG11 VAD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG11 VAD was last recorded at 236,889 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,889 miles · 13 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
14,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 236,889 miles
  • 2024 – 211,061 miles
  • 2023 – 192,040 miles
  • 2022 – 168,190 miles
  • 2021 – 141,445 miles
  • 2020 – 135,724 miles
  • 2019 – 122,604 miles
  • 2018 – 109,198 miles
  • 2017 – 95,304 miles
  • 2016 – 88,704 miles
  • 2015 – 73,728 miles
  • 2014 – 55,605 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass236,889 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 24 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass236,889 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    236,889 miles
    Test number
    626582106510
    • 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 Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  2. Fail236,889 miles (+25,828)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,889 miles
    Test number
    485297752898
    • MajorOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass211,061 miles (+19,021)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    211,061 miles
    Test number
    816566160618
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass192,040 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    192,040 miles
    Test number
    487876620062
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  5. Fail192,040 miles (+23,850)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,040 miles
    Test number
    794352712585
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light on
  6. Pass168,190 miles (+26,745)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    168,190 miles
    Test number
    341827315488
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads appear to be wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge wear 225/55/17 runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass141,445 miles (+5,721)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    141,445 miles
    Test number
    259899776563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,724 miles (+13,120)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,724 miles
    Test number
    876129794096
    • AdvisoryEngine cover, undertrays and outer sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Att soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Att soon (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass122,604 miles (+13,406)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    122,604 miles
    Test number
    196445483004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,198 miles (+13,894)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    109,198 miles
    Test number
    273450526895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass95,304 miles (+6,600)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    95,304 miles
    Test number
    346287638874

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass88,704 miles (+14,976)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    88,704 miles
    Test number
    341717264401
    • AdvisoryService light on and overdue
  13. Pass73,728 miles (+18,123)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    73,728 miles
    Test number
    117247355438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,605 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    55,605 miles
    Test number
    996055554071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail55,605 miles2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,605 miles
    Test number
    678015154092
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about LG11 VAD

Does LG11 VAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG11 VAD is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LG11 VAD?
The MOT on LG11 VAD is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG11 VAD done?
LG11 VAD was recorded at 236,889 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 14,731 miles a year.
Has LG11 VAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG11 VAD has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LG11 VAD 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 LG11 VAD find?
LG11 VAD passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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