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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 WCVMOT history

LM11 WCV is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Jun 2011. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jul 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 159,155 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2026.

LM11 WCV grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jul 2027
Mileage
159,155 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,179 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 WCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
20 Jun 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 WCV was last recorded at 159,155 miles on 2 Jul 2026, 10,914 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,241 miles · 1 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
10,914 miles
Average per year
9,179 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,155 miles
  • 2025 – 148,241 miles
  • 2024 – 138,928 miles
  • 2023 – 128,943 miles
  • 2022 – 122,177 miles
  • 2021 – 115,413 miles
  • 2020 – 111,752 miles
  • 2018 – 93,311 miles
  • 2017 – 85,679 miles
  • 2016 – 77,321 miles
  • 2015 – 68,744 miles
  • 2014 – 48,100 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,155 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake debris shield insecure, making contact with brake disc whilst vehicle rolling
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S + O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT **

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT **

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,155 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    159,155 miles
    Test number
    551797712837
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake debris shield insecure, making contact with brake disc whilst vehicle rolling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail159,154 miles (+10,913)2 dangerous2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,154 miles
    Test number
    506880603411
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam Both Sides (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake debris shield insecure, making contact with brake disc whilst vehicle rolling
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil level low
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,241 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    148,241 miles
    Test number
    918110849649
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail148,175 miles (+9,247)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,175 miles
    Test number
    500367890914
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure Exhaust mounting insecure exhaust catching subframe (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Lower Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush N/S + O/S (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass138,928 miles (+9,985)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    138,928 miles
    Test number
    757341178241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass128,943 miles (+236)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    128,943 miles
    Test number
    720062768994
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail128,707 miles (+6,530)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,707 miles
    Test number
    571765720561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ** 275/40R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm ** 275/40R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ** 245/45R18 RFT ** (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass122,177 miles (+6,764)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    122,177 miles
    Test number
    553289997111
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • 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))

  9. Pass115,413 miles (+3,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    115,413 miles
    Test number
    725934956169
    • 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))

  10. Pass111,752 miles (+18,441)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    111,752 miles
    Test number
    633281455076
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass93,311 miles (+7,632)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    93,311 miles
    Test number
    981119683068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    590138855284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  13. Fail85,679 miles (+8,358)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,679 miles
    Test number
    107087369984
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass77,321 miles (+8,577)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    77,321 miles
    Test number
    483907998942

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass68,744 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,744 miles
    Test number
    747842505286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,743 miles (+20,643)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,743 miles
    Test number
    296237395424
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass48,100 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    48,100 miles
    Test number
    219047544174
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LM11 WCV

Does LM11 WCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM11 WCV is valid until 1 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM11 WCV?
The MOT on LM11 WCV is valid until 1 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM11 WCV done?
LM11 WCV was recorded at 159,155 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2026, an average of 9,179 miles a year.
Has LM11 WCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 WCV has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LM11 WCV 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 WCV find?
LM11 WCV passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: offside rear brake debris shield insecure, making contact with brake disc whilst vehicle rolling; oil leak, but not excessive; rear coil spring corroded both sides.

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