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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LL12 EAKMOT history

LL12 EAK is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 26 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 181,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Feb 2027
Mileage
181,865 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
13,367 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL12 EAK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL12 EAK was last recorded at 181,865 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 11,384 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
170,481 miles · 19 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
11,384 miles
Average per year
13,367 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 181,865 miles
  • 2025 – 170,481 miles
  • 2024 – 154,517 miles
  • 2023 – 145,026 miles
  • 2021 – 136,446 miles
  • 2020 – 123,276 miles
  • 2019 – 102,414 miles
  • 2018 – 84,587 miles
  • 2017 – 62,087 miles
  • 2016 – 46,352 miles
  • 2015 – 36,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass181,865 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFRENTIAL PROPSHAFT OIL SEAL SLIGHTLY LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 3 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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 23 Apr 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass181,865 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    181,865 miles
    Test number
    632094144399
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFRENTIAL PROPSHAFT OIL SEAL SLIGHTLY LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail181,862 miles (+11,381)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,862 miles
    Test number
    164274496993
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFFRENTIAL PROPSHAFT OIL SEAL SLIGHTLY LEAK (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass170,481 miles (+15,964)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    170,481 miles
    Test number
    795881568120
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive diffrential oil seal leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass154,517 miles (+9,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    154,517 miles
    Test number
    347760513086
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass145,026 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    145,026 miles
    Test number
    567079827977
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Fail145,026 miles (+8,580)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,026 miles
    Test number
    283412267324
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass136,446 miles (+13,170)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    136,446 miles
    Test number
    973001160599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,276 miles (+20,862)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    123,276 miles
    Test number
    909753413133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,414 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    102,414 miles
    Test number
    136677201580
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail102,410 miles (+17,823)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,410 miles
    Test number
    964467307673
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass84,587 miles (+22,500)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    84,587 miles
    Test number
    501131825596
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass62,087 miles (+15,735)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    62,087 miles
    Test number
    505841579888

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass46,352 miles (+9,371)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    46,352 miles
    Test number
    851881128972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,981 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    36,981 miles
    Test number
    107573815175
    • DangerousNail in nearside front tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL12 EAK

Does LL12 EAK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL12 EAK is valid until 26 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL12 EAK?
The MOT on LL12 EAK is valid until 26 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL12 EAK done?
LL12 EAK was recorded at 181,865 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 13,367 miles a year.
Has LL12 EAK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL12 EAK has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LL12 EAK 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 EAK find?
LL12 EAK passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: central rear oil leak, but not excessive diffrential propshaft oil seal slightly leak; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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