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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 OESMOT history

LM11 OES is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 16 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024 and it has passed 9 of 13 MOT tests, with 176,028 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2023.

LM11 OES black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2024
Mileage
176,028 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2023
MOT tests
13
9 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,214 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 OES
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 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 OES was last recorded at 176,028 miles on 24 Jan 2023, 14 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
176,014 miles · 21 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
14 miles
Average per year
15,214 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 176,028 miles
  • 2022 – 167,410 miles
  • 2021 – 155,813 miles
  • 2019 – 140,411 miles
  • 2018 – 122,132 miles
  • 2017 – 108,518 miles
  • 2016 – 89,203 miles
  • 2015 – 69,096 miles
  • 2014 – 45,984 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,028 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • N/s/f tyre worn on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

13 tests since 8 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,028 miles (+14)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,028 miles
    Test number
    320429755825
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail176,014 miles (+8,604)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,014 miles
    Test number
    583492469516
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass167,410 miles (+11,597)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    167,410 miles
    Test number
    531011965766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass155,813 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    155,813 miles
    Test number
    449266996557
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  5. Fail155,810 miles (+15,399)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,810 miles
    Test number
    300041127516
    • MajorFront Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre worn on outer edge
  6. Pass140,411 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    140,411 miles
    Test number
    110924219139
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail140,408 miles (+18,276)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,408 miles
    Test number
    635085389977
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
  8. Pass122,132 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    379019144563
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  9. Fail122,132 miles (+13,614)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,132 miles
    Test number
    911890140414
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Pass108,518 miles (+19,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,518 miles
    Test number
    417691381891
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. Pass89,203 miles (+20,107)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    89,203 miles
    Test number
    203723161092
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  12. Pass69,096 miles (+23,112)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    69,096 miles
    Test number
    368665685197
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass45,984 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,984 miles
    Test number
    295249584444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM11 OES

Does LM11 OES currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM11 OES expired on 23 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM11 OES?
The MOT on LM11 OES expired on 23 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM11 OES done?
LM11 OES was recorded at 176,028 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2023, an average of 15,214 miles a year.
Has LM11 OES ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 OES has failed 4 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LM11 OES 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 LM11 OES find?
LM11 OES passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2023 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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