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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LL12 DYHMOT history

LL12 DYH is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 18 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 171,656 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Apr 2027
Mileage
171,656 mi
At MOT on 3 Apr 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,895 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 DYH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
31 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 DYH was last recorded at 171,656 miles on 3 Apr 2026, 9,526 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
162,130 miles · 19 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,526 miles
Average per year
12,895 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,656 miles
  • 2025 – 162,130 miles
  • 2024 – 149,591 miles
  • 2022 – 135,422 miles
  • 2021 – 127,595 miles
  • 2020 – 114,048 miles
  • 2019 – 91,264 miles
  • 2018 – 75,582 miles
  • 2017 – 60,019 miles
  • 2016 – 44,929 miles
  • 2015 – 30,795 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,656 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside 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))

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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 1 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,656 miles (+9,526)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    171,656 miles
    Test number
    411576372442
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  2. Pass162,130 miles (+12,539)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    162,130 miles
    Test number
    753289847964
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass149,591 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    149,591 miles
    Test number
    835226809241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail149,591 miles (+14,169)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,591 miles
    Test number
    190564024403
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing loose (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass135,422 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    135,422 miles
    Test number
    341945459974
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Fail135,422 miles (+7,827)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,422 miles
    Test number
    651170751063
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass127,595 miles (+13,547)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    127,595 miles
    Test number
    493271795478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass114,048 miles (+22,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    114,048 miles
    Test number
    950336970442
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  9. Pass91,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    91,264 miles
    Test number
    959340766298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail91,264 miles (+1,020)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,264 miles
    Test number
    115105850905
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail90,244 miles (+14,662)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,244 miles
    Test number
    817945986854
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass75,582 miles (+15,563)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,582 miles
    Test number
    437551221631
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted

  13. Pass60,019 miles (+15,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    60,019 miles
    Test number
    836881638128
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass44,929 miles (+14,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    44,929 miles
    Test number
    255532344328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  15. Pass30,795 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    725491025133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail30,795 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,795 miles
    Test number
    869711025162
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Questions about LL12 DYH

Does LL12 DYH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 DYH is valid until 18 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 DYH?
The MOT on LL12 DYH is valid until 18 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 DYH done?
LL12 DYH was recorded at 171,656 miles at its MOT on 3 Apr 2026, an average of 12,895 miles a year.
Has LL12 DYH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 DYH has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LL12 DYH 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 LL12 DYH find?
LL12 DYH passed its latest MOT on 3 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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