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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LL61 DTXMOT history

LL61 DTX is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 16 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 23 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 162,102 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 23 May 2027
Mileage
162,102 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,434 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL61 DTX
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
16 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL61 DTX was last recorded at 162,102 miles on 20 May 2026, 14,318 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,784 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
14,318 miles
Average per year
10,434 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,102 miles
  • 2025 – 147,784 miles
  • 2024 – 131,028 miles
  • 2023 – 113,859 miles
  • 2022 – 99,979 miles
  • 2021 – 87,278 miles
  • 2020 – 85,372 miles
  • 2019 – 79,026 miles
  • 2018 – 73,107 miles
  • 2017 – 65,330 miles
  • 2016 – 57,406 miles
  • 2015 – 56,385 miles
  • 2014 – 42,177 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,102 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryFull under covers fitted obscuring some components

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Nov 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,102 miles (+14,318)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2027
    Odometer
    162,102 miles
    Test number
    666403781801
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFull under covers fitted obscuring some components
  2. Pass147,784 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2026
    Odometer
    147,784 miles
    Test number
    560785684649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail147,784 miles (+16,756)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,784 miles
    Test number
    684490219131
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass131,028 miles (+17,169)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    131,028 miles
    Test number
    781500065349
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass113,859 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,859 miles
    Test number
    936392607519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,854 miles (+13,875)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,854 miles
    Test number
    397001707307
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
  7. Pass99,979 miles (+12,701)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    99,979 miles
    Test number
    366345873230
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full inspection
  8. Pass87,278 miles (+1,906)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    87,278 miles
    Test number
    228641354803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass85,372 miles (+6,346)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    85,372 miles
    Test number
    245497809882
    • AdvisoryEmissions Undetected
  10. Pass79,026 miles (+5,919)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    79,026 miles
    Test number
    601503532962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted at time of test
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted at time of test
  11. Pass73,107 miles (+7,777)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    73,107 miles
    Test number
    649035828441
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/underside covers fitted at the time of the test obscuring some components
  12. Pass65,330 miles (+7,924)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    65,330 miles
    Test number
    989414013603
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  13. Pass57,406 miles (+1,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    57,406 miles
    Test number
    445127338515
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under body covers fitted obscuring some testable components
  14. Pass56,385 miles (+14,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,385 miles
    Test number
    906121529625
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  15. Pass42,177 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    42,177 miles
    Test number
    768865624365
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about LL61 DTX

Does LL61 DTX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL61 DTX is valid until 23 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL61 DTX?
The MOT on LL61 DTX is valid until 23 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL61 DTX done?
LL61 DTX was recorded at 162,102 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 10,434 miles a year.
Has LL61 DTX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL61 DTX has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 22 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LL61 DTX 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 LL61 DTX find?
LL61 DTX passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear service brake binding but not excessively; full under covers fitted obscuring some components.

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