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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM03 DXGMOT history

LM03 DXG is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 30 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 22 of 26 MOT tests, with 49,014 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2026.

LM03 DXG blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
49,014 mi
At MOT on 25 Jun 2026
MOT tests
26
22 passed · 4 failed
Per year
1,706 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 DXG
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 DXG was last recorded at 49,014 miles on 25 Jun 2026, 546 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
48,468 miles · 27 May 2025
Between the last two tests
546 miles
Average per year
1,706 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,014 miles
  • 2025 – 48,468 miles
  • 2024 – 47,786 miles
  • 2023 – 46,877 miles
  • 2022 – 46,307 miles
  • 2021 – 46,037 miles
  • 2020 – 44,985 miles
  • 2019 – 43,621 miles
  • 2018 – 43,052 miles
  • 2017 – 42,486 miles
  • 2016 – 41,830 miles
  • 2015 – 40,466 miles
  • 2014 – 39,575 miles
  • 2013 – 37,932 miles
  • 2012 – 37,271 miles
  • 2011 – 36,001 miles
  • 2010 – 34,294 miles
  • 2009 – 29,958 miles
  • 2008 – 27,526 miles
  • 2007 – 24,237 miles
  • 2006 – 14,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass49,014 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass49,014 miles (+546)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    49,014 miles
    Test number
    711412998833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass48,468 miles (+682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    48,468 miles
    Test number
    849555658438
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass47,786 miles (+909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    47,786 miles
    Test number
    444095412906
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass46,877 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    804316232766
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail46,877 miles (+570)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,877 miles
    Test number
    470156647688
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door hinge insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass46,307 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    46,307 miles
    Test number
    540939703088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass46,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    46,037 miles
    Test number
    401763447916

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail46,037 miles (+1,052)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,037 miles
    Test number
    864935473441
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  9. Pass44,985 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    44,985 miles
    Test number
    549305617053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass44,984 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    44,984 miles
    Test number
    379916245833
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Fail44,984 miles (+1,363)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,984 miles
    Test number
    697895839125
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  12. Pass43,621 miles (+569)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    43,621 miles
    Test number
    708245010377
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outside wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  13. Pass43,052 miles (+566)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    43,052 miles
    Test number
    363959006821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre outer wall perishing
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre outer wall perishing
    • 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))
  14. Pass42,486 miles (+656)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2018
    Odometer
    42,486 miles
    Test number
    523479790659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
  15. Pass41,830 miles (+1,364)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2017
    Odometer
    41,830 miles
    Test number
    681447770435

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass40,466 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    40,466 miles
    Test number
    285687825469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,575 miles (+1,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,575 miles
    Test number
    245872844400
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass37,932 miles (+661)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2014
    Odometer
    37,932 miles
    Test number
    947019743121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,271 miles (+1,270)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2013
    Odometer
    37,271 miles
    Test number
    348285422194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,001 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    36,001 miles
    Test number
    696577041179
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  21. Fail36,001 miles (+1,707)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,001 miles
    Test number
    479197741140
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  22. Pass34,294 miles (+4,336)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    34,294 miles
    Test number
    503393350128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass29,958 miles (+2,432)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    29,958 miles
    Test number
    823546559133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass27,526 miles (+3,289)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    27,526 miles
    Test number
    241299848485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,237 miles (+9,445)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    24,237 miles
    Test number
    660031257190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,792 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,792 miles
    Test number
    531176356108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM03 DXG

Does LM03 DXG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM03 DXG is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM03 DXG?
The MOT on LM03 DXG is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM03 DXG done?
LM03 DXG was recorded at 49,014 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2026, an average of 1,706 miles a year.
Has LM03 DXG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 DXG has failed 4 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on LM03 DXG 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 LM03 DXG find?
LM03 DXG passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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