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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LL59 WLGMOT history

LL59 WLG is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 7 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 176,823 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2026.

LL59 WLG black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Feb 2027
Mileage
176,823 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,034 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL59 WLG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
18 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL59 WLG was last recorded at 176,823 miles on 6 Feb 2026, 15,623 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,200 miles · 24 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
15,623 miles
Average per year
10,034 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 176,823 miles
  • 2025 – 161,200 miles
  • 2024 – 147,230 miles
  • 2023 – 128,343 miles
  • 2022 – 112,284 miles
  • 2021 – 99,044 miles
  • 2020 – 93,365 miles
  • 2019 – 91,315 miles
  • 2018 – 85,147 miles
  • 2017 – 79,671 miles
  • 2016 – 73,316 miles
  • 2015 – 66,362 miles
  • 2014 – 61,417 miles
  • 2012 – 49,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,823 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Sill covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

19 tests since 20 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,823 miles (+15,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    176,823 miles
    Test number
    682003833142
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff slight weep (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,200 miles (+13,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    161,200 miles
    Test number
    354239728533
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear brake light not working
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  3. Pass147,230 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    147,230 miles
    Test number
    910844100339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail147,228 miles (+18,885)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,228 miles
    Test number
    517947000496
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass128,343 miles (+16,059)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,343 miles
    Test number
    157920025207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass112,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    112,284 miles
    Test number
    260309759274
    • 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. Fail112,278 miles (+13,234)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,278 miles
    Test number
    279763215770
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass99,044 miles (+5,679)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,044 miles
    Test number
    221195141318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass93,365 miles (+2,050)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,365 miles
    Test number
    436450844002
    • 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))

  10. Pass91,315 miles (+6,168)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    91,315 miles
    Test number
    751864644377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass85,147 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,147 miles
    Test number
    167354095613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,671 miles (+6,355)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    79,671 miles
    Test number
    474019099283
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass73,316 miles (+6,954)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    73,316 miles
    Test number
    827944909583
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside engine cover fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass66,362 miles (+4,945)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    66,362 miles
    Test number
    679043705043
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass61,417 miles (+11,913)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    61,417 miles
    Test number
    747717204034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,504 miles (+525)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,504 miles
    Test number
    798559452354
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  17. Fail48,979 miles (+10,606)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,979 miles
    Test number
    825886252334
    • DangerousNearside Inner Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass38,373 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    365601912157
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Fail38,373 miles1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,373 miles
    Test number
    817231312161
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LL59 WLG

Does LL59 WLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL59 WLG is valid until 7 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL59 WLG?
The MOT on LL59 WLG is valid until 7 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL59 WLG done?
LL59 WLG was recorded at 176,823 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2026, an average of 10,034 miles a year.
Has LL59 WLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL59 WLG has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LL59 WLG 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 LL59 WLG find?
LL59 WLG passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; offside front brake disc worn, but not excessively; rear fluid leak, but not excessive rear diff slight weep.

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