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BMW 520

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LM03 UNJMOT history

LM03 UNJ is a grey petrol BMW 520 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 142,448 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2021.

LM03 UNJ grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2022
Mileage
142,448 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,934 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM03 UNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM03 UNJ was last recorded at 142,448 miles on 3 Nov 2021, 7,890 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,558 miles · 16 Sept 2020
Between the last two tests
7,890 miles
Average per year
7,934 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 142,448 miles
  • 2020 – 134,558 miles
  • 2019 – 132,562 miles
  • 2018 – 132,448 miles
  • 2017 – 130,272 miles
  • 2016 – 121,805 miles
  • 2015 – 113,449 miles
  • 2014 – 103,042 miles
  • 2013 – 89,298 miles
  • 2012 – 84,225 miles
  • 2011 – 73,892 miles
  • 2010 – 62,632 miles
  • 2009 – 53,530 miles
  • 2008 – 44,514 miles
  • 2007 – 33,289 miles
  • 2006 – 20,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,448 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,448 miles (+7,890)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,448 miles
    Test number
    261842608256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass134,558 miles (+1,996)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    134,558 miles
    Test number
    133178167700
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass132,562 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    132,562 miles
    Test number
    376498303999
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at hub end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail132,562 miles (+114)2 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,562 miles
    Test number
    564877234921
    • DangerousNearside Front 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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHydraulic leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement at hub end (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass132,448 miles (+2,176)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    132,448 miles
    Test number
    223575158493
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under trays fitted

  6. Pass130,272 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    130,272 miles
    Test number
    786226282821
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail130,261 miles (+8,456)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,261 miles
    Test number
    266757308196
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass121,805 miles (+8,356)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    121,805 miles
    Test number
    304081554095
    • AdvisoryBoth rear parking brakes recording little effort
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  9. Pass113,449 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    113,449 miles
    Test number
    337996315251
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres close to legal limit

  10. Fail113,449 miles (+10,407)3 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,449 miles
    Test number
    395906115489
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAll four tyres close to legal limit

  11. Pass103,042 miles (+13,744)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    103,042 miles
    Test number
    537864884142
    • NoteHigh level brake light not working

  12. Pass89,298 miles (+5,073)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,298 miles
    Test number
    645309573024
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass84,225 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    777386912242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Fail84,225 miles (+10,333)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,225 miles
    Test number
    306545812262
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges

  15. Fail73,892 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,892 miles
    Test number
    439564101218
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

  16. Pass73,892 miles (+11,260)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,892 miles
    Test number
    557744001223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass62,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    62,632 miles
    Test number
    254404680454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    584723980105
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass53,530 miles (+9,016)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    53,530 miles
    Test number
    342369199190
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass44,514 miles (+11,225)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    44,514 miles
    Test number
    223448808209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,289 miles (+12,883)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    33,289 miles
    Test number
    533192207240
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass20,406 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,406 miles
    Test number
    892748466161
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts and damage to sidewall

Questions about LM03 UNJ

Does LM03 UNJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM03 UNJ expired on 2 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM03 UNJ?
The MOT on LM03 UNJ expired on 2 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM03 UNJ done?
LM03 UNJ was recorded at 142,448 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2021, an average of 7,934 miles a year.
Has LM03 UNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM03 UNJ has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2019.
Has the mileage on LM03 UNJ 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 UNJ find?
LM03 UNJ passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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