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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LG13 YVCMOT history

LG13 YVC is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 21 Apr 2013. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 222,495 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
222,495 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
17,106 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LG13 YVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
21 Apr 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LG13 YVC was last recorded at 222,495 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
222,494 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
17,106 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 222,495 miles
  • 2024 – 212,431 miles
  • 2023 – 184,738 miles
  • 2022 – 172,440 miles
  • 2021 – 160,258 miles
  • 2020 – 147,640 miles
  • 2018 – 113,553 miles
  • 2017 – 88,616 miles
  • 2016 – 65,746 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass222,495 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 Oct 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass222,495 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    222,495 miles
    Test number
    877114963404
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail222,494 miles (+10,063)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,494 miles
    Test number
    777219952780
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass212,431 miles (+27,693)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    212,431 miles
    Test number
    754277920650
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diffential bushes worn
  4. Pass184,738 miles (+12,298)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    184,738 miles
    Test number
    437039759656
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some under side components
  5. Pass172,440 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    172,440 miles
    Test number
    843983983270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail172,415 miles (+12,157)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,415 miles
    Test number
    467050624509
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
  7. Pass160,258 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    160,258 miles
    Test number
    796011540418
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Fail160,257 miles (+12,617)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,257 miles
    Test number
    636931765239
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Pass147,640 miles (+11)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    147,640 miles
    Test number
    919795478489
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail147,629 miles (+34,076)1 dangerous2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,629 miles
    Test number
    451187411956
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass113,553 miles (+24,937)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    113,553 miles
    Test number
    224679813992
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp has water ingress
  12. Pass88,616 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    88,616 miles
    Test number
    621100155007
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Fail88,601 miles (+22,855)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,601 miles
    Test number
    607881806543
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass65,746 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    65,746 miles
    Test number
    252471569832
    • AdvisoryOffside Front winter tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Fail65,746 miles1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,746 miles
    Test number
    637437252722
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front winter tyre fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light is illuminated

Questions about LG13 YVC

Does LG13 YVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LG13 YVC is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LG13 YVC?
The MOT on LG13 YVC is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LG13 YVC done?
LG13 YVC was recorded at 222,495 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 17,106 miles a year.
Has LG13 YVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LG13 YVC has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LG13 YVC 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 LG13 YVC find?
LG13 YVC passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side.

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