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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LL08 UNRMOT history

LL08 UNR is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 124,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Dec 2025.

LL08 UNR blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
124,789 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,701 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL08 UNR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
4 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL08 UNR was last recorded at 124,789 miles on 6 Dec 2025, 5,301 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
119,488 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
5,301 miles
Average per year
5,701 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,789 miles
  • 2024 – 119,488 miles
  • 2021 – 108,482 miles
  • 2020 – 103,344 miles
  • 2019 – 95,004 miles
  • 2018 – 89,319 miles
  • 2017 – 85,477 miles
  • 2016 – 78,286 miles
  • 2015 – 75,278 miles
  • 2014 – 68,449 miles
  • 2013 – 60,671 miles
  • 2012 – 54,911 miles
  • 2011 – 41,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,789 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 23 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,789 miles (+5,301)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    124,789 miles
    Test number
    997661458184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass119,488 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    119,488 miles
    Test number
    967140967520
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass184,590 km (+4,992)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    184,590 km
    Test number
    314461493395
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake lever worn but not seriously weakened (1.1.15 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass179,598 km
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    179,598 km
    Test number
    856073252446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,482 miles (+5,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,482 miles
    Test number
    126923322855
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass103,344 miles (+8,340)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    103,344 miles
    Test number
    215945356105
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass95,004 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    407383129119
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail95,004 miles (+5,685)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,004 miles
    Test number
    492211415270
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass89,319 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    89,319 miles
    Test number
    834312710593
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Fail89,319 miles (+3,842)1 failure10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,319 miles
    Test number
    856320819970
    • FailureRear registration plate margin less than the minimum requirement (6.3.4g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Pass85,477 miles (+7,191)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    85,477 miles
    Test number
    172974066200
    • 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)

  12. Pass78,286 miles (+3,008)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    78,286 miles
    Test number
    944550123106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad light on

  13. Pass75,278 miles (+6,829)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    75,278 miles
    Test number
    219004765141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,449 miles (+7,778)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,449 miles
    Test number
    878265664132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass60,671 miles (+5,760)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    60,671 miles
    Test number
    236465143170
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass54,911 miles (+1,119)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    54,911 miles
    Test number
    545638762107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,792 miles (+11,896)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    53,792 miles
    Test number
    958710032193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,896 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    41,896 miles
    Test number
    365423441196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL08 UNR

Does LL08 UNR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL08 UNR is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LL08 UNR?
The MOT on LL08 UNR is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL08 UNR done?
LL08 UNR was recorded at 124,789 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2025, an average of 5,701 miles a year.
Has LL08 UNR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL08 UNR has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LL08 UNR 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 UNR find?
LL08 UNR passed its latest MOT on 6 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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