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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 SGYMOT history

LL08 SGY is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 17 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 105,405 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Nov 2025.

LL08 SGY grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2026
Mileage
105,405 mi
At MOT on 17 Nov 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,710 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 SGY
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
17 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 SGY was last recorded at 105,405 miles on 17 Nov 2025, 4,077 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,328 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
4,077 miles
Average per year
5,710 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 105,405 miles
  • 2024 – 101,328 miles
  • 2023 – 93,533 miles
  • 2022 – 89,201 miles
  • 2021 – 85,465 miles
  • 2020 – 82,535 miles
  • 2019 – 76,856 miles
  • 2018 – 71,642 miles
  • 2017 – 66,020 miles
  • 2016 – 59,986 miles
  • 2015 – 53,449 miles
  • 2014 – 46,046 miles
  • 2013 – 37,090 miles
  • 2012 – 29,098 miles
  • 2011 – 22,518 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,405 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Rear Upper both sides control arms seeping grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Upper both sides wishbone arms seeping grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust flexi beginning to break away

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass105,405 miles (+4,077)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    105,405 miles
    Test number
    154958911171
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass101,328 miles (+7,795)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    101,328 miles
    Test number
    291672079357
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,533 miles (+15)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    93,533 miles
    Test number
    370432336674
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper both sides control arms seeping grease
    • AdvisoryRear Upper both sides wishbone arms seeping grease
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi beginning to break away

  4. Fail93,518 miles (+4,317)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,518 miles
    Test number
    816376544639
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper both sides control arms seeping grease
    • AdvisoryRear Upper both sides wishbone arms seeping grease
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi beginning to break away

  5. Pass89,201 miles (+3,736)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    89,201 miles
    Test number
    349344511060
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component Reservoir (2.1.5 (a))

  6. Pass85,465 miles (+2,930)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    85,465 miles
    Test number
    149645251894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,535 miles (+5,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    82,535 miles
    Test number
    321193471465
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass76,856 miles (+5,214)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,856 miles
    Test number
    964784758228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass71,642 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    607238374181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,613 miles (+5,593)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,613 miles
    Test number
    137493651346
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)

  11. Pass66,020 miles (+6,034)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2018
    Odometer
    66,020 miles
    Test number
    588213316179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,986 miles (+6,537)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,986 miles
    Test number
    786166328151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer shoulder void of tread. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner shoulder worn (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass53,449 miles (+7,403)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2016
    Odometer
    53,449 miles
    Test number
    989700015113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,046 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,046 miles
    Test number
    138913214156
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass46,046 miles (+8,956)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,046 miles
    Test number
    806863214136
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass37,090 miles (+7,992)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,090 miles
    Test number
    127683323148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass29,098 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    507061612121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail29,098 miles (+6,580)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,098 miles
    Test number
    687331112187
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  19. Pass22,518 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    22,518 miles
    Test number
    539713331119
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL08 SGY

Does LL08 SGY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 SGY is valid until 17 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL08 SGY?
The MOT on LL08 SGY is valid until 17 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 SGY done?
LL08 SGY was recorded at 105,405 miles at its MOT on 17 Nov 2025, an average of 5,710 miles a year.
Has LL08 SGY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 SGY has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LL08 SGY 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 LL08 SGY find?
LL08 SGY passed its latest MOT on 17 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive.

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