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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LJ58 PDUMOT history

LJ58 PDU is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Dec 2008. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 121,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2022.

LJ58 PDU grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2024
Mileage
121,394 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2022
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
9,080 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LJ58 PDU
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
1 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LJ58 PDU was last recorded at 121,394 miles on 20 Dec 2022, 11,974 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,420 miles · 12 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
11,974 miles
Average per year
9,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 121,394 miles
  • 2021 – 97,875 miles
  • 2019 – 89,950 miles
  • 2018 – 81,157 miles
  • 2017 – 72,067 miles
  • 2016 – 63,066 miles
  • 2015 – 52,964 miles
  • 2014 – 45,747 miles
  • 2013 – 37,457 miles
  • 2012 – 28,966 miles
  • 2011 – 20,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,394 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (legal limit = 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge low (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

13 tests since 2 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,394 miles (+11,974)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    121,394 miles
    Test number
    628502049875
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (legal limit = 1.6mm) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge low (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Pass109,420 miles (+61)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    109,420 miles
    Test number
    385070574050
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail109,359 miles (+11,484)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,359 miles
    Test number
    321843241204
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge bald (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear diff damp
  4. Pass97,875 miles (+7,925)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    97,875 miles
    Test number
    863715977216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass89,950 miles (+8,793)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    89,950 miles
    Test number
    236139627566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass81,157 miles (+9,090)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    81,157 miles
    Test number
    893566713020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,067 miles (+9,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    72,067 miles
    Test number
    814835373293
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass63,066 miles (+10,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    63,066 miles
    Test number
    335404714971
    • 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)
  9. Pass52,964 miles (+7,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    52,964 miles
    Test number
    847461175973
    • 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)
  10. Pass45,747 miles (+8,290)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    45,747 miles
    Test number
    818653934362
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  11. Pass37,457 miles (+8,491)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    37,457 miles
    Test number
    589237223302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass28,966 miles (+8,654)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    28,966 miles
    Test number
    445606832343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass20,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,312 miles
    Test number
    846246501345

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LJ58 PDU

Does LJ58 PDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LJ58 PDU expired on 14 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LJ58 PDU?
The MOT on LJ58 PDU expired on 14 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LJ58 PDU done?
LJ58 PDU was recorded at 121,394 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2022, an average of 9,080 miles a year.
Has LJ58 PDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LJ58 PDU has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LJ58 PDU 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 LJ58 PDU find?
LJ58 PDU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2022 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (legal limit = 1.6mm); nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 4 more.

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