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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL09 GDYMOT history

LL09 GDY is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 12 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LL09 GDY grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
106,855 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL09 GDY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
12 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL09 GDY was last recorded at 106,855 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 8,566 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,289 miles · 4 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
8,566 miles
Average per year
5,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,855 miles
  • 2025 – 98,289 miles
  • 2024 – 91,478 miles
  • 2023 – 87,107 miles
  • 2022 – 86,086 miles
  • 2021 – 84,125 miles
  • 2019 – 78,360 miles
  • 2018 – 74,664 miles
  • 2016 – 67,122 miles
  • 2015 – 57,182 miles
  • 2014 – 43,941 miles
  • 2013 – 35,845 miles
  • 2012 – 27,801 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,855 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor4 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Bumper damaged but sharp edges not exposed, OSF & NSF

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,855 miles (+8,566)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    106,855 miles
    Test number
    504824690532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass98,289 miles (+6,811)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    98,289 miles
    Test number
    751748972334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass91,478 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    91,478 miles
    Test number
    900214796505
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail91,473 miles (+4,366)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,473 miles
    Test number
    578555190201
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rearmost arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass87,107 miles (+1,021)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,107 miles
    Test number
    228925242321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass86,086 miles (+1,961)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    86,086 miles
    Test number
    806872749021
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Pass84,125 miles (+5,765)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    84,125 miles
    Test number
    311040556751
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge OUTER TYRE WORN ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TYRE DEPH ON 2MM (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted and engine cover not allowing full inspection of components under the engine
  8. Pass78,360 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,360 miles
    Test number
    281764165004
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper damaged but sharp edges not exposed, OSF & NSF
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays & engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components under the engine
  9. Fail78,360 miles (+3,696)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,360 miles
    Test number
    379430412283
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working both sides (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBumper damaged but sharp edges not exposed, OSF & NSF
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays & engine covers fitted not allowing full inspection of components under the engine
  10. Pass74,664 miles (+7,542)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    74,664 miles
    Test number
    734868679246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass67,122 miles (+9,940)
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    67,122 miles
    Test number
    773810663753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,182 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,182 miles
    Test number
    555550837797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail57,128 miles (+13,187)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,128 miles
    Test number
    556220220495
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  14. Pass43,941 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    189931364145
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front jacking point plastic block missing
  15. Fail43,941 miles (+8,096)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,941 miles
    Test number
    187881264128
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside front jacking point plastic block missing
  16. Pass35,845 miles (+8,044)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    35,845 miles
    Test number
    818816233105
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  17. Pass27,801 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    166403132165
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Fail27,801 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,801 miles
    Test number
    576683932128
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL09 GDY

Does LL09 GDY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL09 GDY is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL09 GDY?
The MOT on LL09 GDY is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL09 GDY done?
LL09 GDY was recorded at 106,855 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,692 miles a year.
Has LL09 GDY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL09 GDY has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LL09 GDY 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 LL09 GDY find?
LL09 GDY passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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