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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LK56 LNEMOT history

LK56 LNE is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 200,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Apr 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2024
Mileage
200,178 mi
At MOT on 22 Apr 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,588 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK56 LNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
22 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK56 LNE was last recorded at 200,178 miles on 22 Apr 2023, 14,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
185,639 miles · 9 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
14,539 miles
Average per year
13,588 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 200,178 miles
  • 2021 – 185,639 miles
  • 2020 – 171,827 miles
  • 2019 – 149,926 miles
  • 2018 – 125,356 miles
  • 2017 – 114,103 miles
  • 2016 – 98,423 miles
  • 2015 – 85,857 miles
  • 2014 – 80,748 miles
  • 2013 – 69,049 miles
  • 2012 – 57,042 miles
  • 2011 – 45,876 miles
  • 2010 – 29,773 miles
  • 2009 – 17,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,178 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Drivers view obscured by items hanging from mirror

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

23 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,178 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    200,178 miles
    Test number
    340139080064
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail200,178 miles2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,178 miles
    Test number
    261489834696
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass315,343 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    315,343 km
    Test number
    822927728447
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrivers view obscured by items hanging from mirror

  4. Fail315,343 km1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,343 km
    Test number
    903382986961
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryDrivers view obscured by items hanging from mirror

  5. Pass185,639 miles (+13,812)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    185,639 miles
    Test number
    371720592996

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass171,827 miles (+21,901)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    171,827 miles
    Test number
    318372560443
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass149,926 miles (+24,570)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    149,926 miles
    Test number
    816130379129
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass125,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    125,356 miles
    Test number
    865448336968
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  9. Fail125,356 miles (+11,253)5 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,356 miles
    Test number
    499667148921
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass114,103 miles (+15,680)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    114,103 miles
    Test number
    364803102885

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,423 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,423 miles
    Test number
    925755483484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail98,423 miles (+12,566)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,423 miles
    Test number
    348958179723
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass85,857 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    85,857 miles
    Test number
    196156775139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail85,856 miles (+5,108)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,856 miles
    Test number
    357786365190
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass80,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    516065414361
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Fail80,748 miles (+11,699)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,748 miles
    Test number
    488504514438
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  17. Pass69,049 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    239540033386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,049 miles (+12,007)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    395460533381
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  19. Pass57,042 miles (+11,166)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    57,042 miles
    Test number
    626108812343
    • NoteDistortion to inner rims of both rear wheels
    • NoteO/S/R brake pads worn to apx 2mm thick
    • NoteSlight play in the O/S track rod inner ball joint

  20. Pass45,876 miles (+16,103)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    45,876 miles
    Test number
    626001841350
    • NoteNearside rear brake pads worn to apx 3mm thick.
    • NoteSome distortion inner rims of both rear wheels.

  21. Pass29,773 miles (+12,453)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    29,773 miles
    Test number
    334109620325
    • NoteSome distortion to inner rims of both rear wheels

  22. Pass17,320 miles (+6,095)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,320 miles
    Test number
    540329539381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass11,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2010
    Odometer
    11,225 miles
    Test number
    900106949110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK56 LNE

Does LK56 LNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LK56 LNE expired on 21 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LK56 LNE?
The MOT on LK56 LNE expired on 21 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LK56 LNE done?
LK56 LNE was recorded at 200,178 miles at its MOT on 22 Apr 2023, an average of 13,588 miles a year.
Has LK56 LNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK56 LNE has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on LK56 LNE 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 LK56 LNE find?
LK56 LNE passed its latest MOT on 22 Apr 2023 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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