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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LL11 ZVFMOT history

LL11 ZVF is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 29 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 135,344 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LL11 ZVF black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
135,344 mi
At MOT on 22 Oct 2026
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL11 ZVF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
29 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL11 ZVF was last recorded at 135,344 miles on 22 Oct 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,337 miles · 21 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,344 miles
  • 2025 – 126,557 miles
  • 2024 – 119,973 miles
  • 2023 – 111,648 miles
  • 2022 – 105,002 miles
  • 2021 – 98,342 miles
  • 2020 – 92,845 miles
  • 2019 – 81,784 miles
  • 2018 – 71,926 miles
  • 2017 – 68,339 miles
  • 2016 – 59,050 miles
  • 2015 – 46,852 miles
  • 2014 – 37,543 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,344 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

16 tests since 11 Jun 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,344 miles (+7)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    135,344 miles
    Test number
    914314676771
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail135,337 miles (+8,780)3 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,337 miles
    Test number
    188544058227
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Pcv pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 Runflat (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass126,557 miles (+6,584)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    126,557 miles
    Test number
    225768414339
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Gearbox mounting defective differential mounts worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm worn edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,973 miles (+3)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    119,973 miles
    Test number
    653350346779
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail119,970 miles (+8,322)4 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,970 miles
    Test number
    581377989287
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245-45-18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass111,648 miles (+6,646)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    111,648 miles
    Test number
    897309689708
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Reversing lamp dim/flickering
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,002 miles (+6,660)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,002 miles
    Test number
    335278698287
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs are worn slightly

  8. Pass98,342 miles (+5,497)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    98,342 miles
    Test number
    422278197237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass92,845 miles (+11,061)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    92,845 miles
    Test number
    482482598293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,784 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    81,784 miles
    Test number
    521098580385
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Fail81,764 miles (+9,838)2 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,764 miles
    Test number
    336974842943
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass71,926 miles (+3,587)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    71,926 miles
    Test number
    158263145650
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass68,339 miles (+9,289)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,339 miles
    Test number
    405032261043
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass59,050 miles (+12,198)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    59,050 miles
    Test number
    252676193137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear child seat fitted unable to test seat belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted to whole of car

  15. Pass46,852 miles (+9,309)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    46,852 miles
    Test number
    709365655185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass37,543 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,543 miles
    Test number
    467202464193
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteExhaust emissions too clean to test, no print out provided

Questions about LL11 ZVF

Does LL11 ZVF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL11 ZVF is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL11 ZVF?
The MOT on LL11 ZVF is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL11 ZVF done?
LL11 ZVF was recorded at 135,344 miles at its MOT on 22 Oct 2026, an average of 7,910 miles a year.
Has LL11 ZVF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL11 ZVF has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on LL11 ZVF 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 LL11 ZVF find?
LL11 ZVF passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; offside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear brake disc worn, but not excessively, and 5 more.

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