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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM04 YAMMOT history

LM04 YAM is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Oct 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 155,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

LM04 YAM grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Oct 2027
Mileage
155,570 mi
At MOT on 21 Oct 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,806 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM04 YAM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Oct 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM04 YAM was last recorded at 155,570 miles on 21 Oct 2026, 12,063 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
143,507 miles · 15 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
12,063 miles
Average per year
8,806 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,570 miles
  • 2025 – 143,507 miles
  • 2024 – 133,747 miles
  • 2023 – 124,074 miles
  • 2022 – 115,706 miles
  • 2021 – 103,756 miles
  • 2020 – 95,459 miles
  • 2019 – 85,111 miles
  • 2018 – 75,136 miles
  • 2017 – 69,560 miles
  • 2016 – 62,847 miles
  • 2015 – 56,511 miles
  • 2014 – 48,370 miles
  • 2013 – 40,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,570 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear propshaft donut perished

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 pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front tyres perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Sept 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,570 miles (+12,063)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    155,570 miles
    Test number
    545691291260
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear propshaft donut perished

  2. Pass143,507 miles (+9,760)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    143,507 miles
    Test number
    243054016263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,747 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    133,747 miles
    Test number
    295817923309
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail133,735 miles (+9,661)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,735 miles
    Test number
    707654456602
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass124,074 miles (+8,368)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    124,074 miles
    Test number
    525801071258
    • 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))

  6. Pass115,706 miles (+11,950)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    115,706 miles
    Test number
    675677791300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass103,756 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    103,756 miles
    Test number
    859007490873
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished

  8. Fail103,754 miles (+356)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,754 miles
    Test number
    110875892098
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened offside and nearside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront tyres perished

  9. Pass103,398 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,398 miles
    Test number
    377927077379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail103,364 miles (+66)2 dangerous6 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,364 miles
    Test number
    614340019338
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed default limit of 1.5m-1 (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A on allowed limit 10mm (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge of tyre tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Fail103,298 miles (+7,839)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,298 miles
    Test number
    256113766704
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust on a vehicle fitted with a diesel particulate filter emits visible smoke of any colour identifier 0.57 (8.2.2.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,459 miles (+10,348)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    95,459 miles
    Test number
    637183940483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass85,111 miles (+9,975)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    85,111 miles
    Test number
    520629700797
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  14. Pass75,136 miles (+5,576)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    75,136 miles
    Test number
    452646488494
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers poor

  15. Pass69,560 miles (+6,713)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,560 miles
    Test number
    440151763573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass62,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    62,847 miles
    Test number
    734350765156
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail62,847 miles (+6,336)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,847 miles
    Test number
    545053506898
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass56,511 miles (+8,141)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    56,511 miles
    Test number
    286092364657

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,370 miles (+8,067)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,370 miles
    Test number
    776327964212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,303 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    40,303 miles
    Test number
    458321963210
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail40,303 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,303 miles
    Test number
    286981663254
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LM04 YAM

Does LM04 YAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM04 YAM is valid until 26 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM04 YAM?
The MOT on LM04 YAM is valid until 26 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM04 YAM done?
LM04 YAM was recorded at 155,570 miles at its MOT on 21 Oct 2026, an average of 8,806 miles a year.
Has LM04 YAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM04 YAM has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LM04 YAM 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 LM04 YAM find?
LM04 YAM passed its latest MOT on 21 Oct 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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