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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LM11 YJXMOT history

LM11 YJX is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 18 May 2011. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 213,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2025
Mileage
213,006 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2024
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,116 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM11 YJX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
18 May 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM11 YJX was last recorded at 213,006 miles on 28 Nov 2024, 9,921 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,085 miles · 8 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
9,921 miles
Average per year
13,116 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 213,006 miles
  • 2023 – 203,085 miles
  • 2022 – 186,737 miles
  • 2021 – 173,051 miles
  • 2020 – 163,824 miles
  • 2019 – 146,635 miles
  • 2018 – 134,123 miles
  • 2017 – 123,450 miles
  • 2016 – 112,356 miles
  • 2015 – 97,429 miles
  • 2014 – 74,929 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,006 miles
  • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • 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))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Diesel test passed trigger point not met.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • 'Drivetrain' warning message on dash.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Engine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 20 May 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,006 miles (+9,921)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    213,006 miles
    Test number
    869281790620
    • MinorFront Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass203,085 miles (+16,348)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    203,085 miles
    Test number
    885345889501
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened ALL (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass186,737 miles (+13,686)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    186,737 miles
    Test number
    973278468613
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass173,051 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    173,051 miles
    Test number
    664233884312
    • Advisory'Drivetrain' warning message on dash.
    • 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))

  5. Fail173,051 miles (+9,227)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,051 miles
    Test number
    915785468081
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Advisory'Drivetrain' warning message on dash.
    • 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))

  6. Pass163,824 miles (+680)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,824 miles
    Test number
    412340974118
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft doughnut starting to split.

  7. Fail163,144 miles (+16,509)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,144 miles
    Test number
    211568829321
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.
    • AdvisoryRear prop shaft doughnut splitting.

  8. Pass146,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    146,635 miles
    Test number
    542421290449
    • AdvisoryLift in O/s/f and N/s/f lower arm rear outer ball joints.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre heavily worn on edges and tread on legal limit recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges and tread starting to get close to legal limit.

  9. Fail146,634 miles (+12,511)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,634 miles
    Test number
    405748901709
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLift in O/s/f and N/s/f lower arm rear outer ball joints.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre heavily worn on edges and tread on legal limit recommend replacement soon.
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edges and tread starting to get close to legal limit.

  10. Pass134,123 miles (+10,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    134,123 miles
    Test number
    577892536222
    • AdvisoryDiesel test passed trigger point not met.

  11. Pass123,450 miles (+11,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    123,450 miles
    Test number
    642501593425
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  12. Pass112,356 miles (+14,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    112,356 miles
    Test number
    295433411840
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted not allowing full inspection of some components

  13. Pass97,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2016
    Odometer
    97,429 miles
    Test number
    948460215137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail97,429 miles (+22,500)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,429 miles
    Test number
    269870315476
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass74,929 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2015
    Odometer
    74,929 miles
    Test number
    799070544146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM11 YJX

Does LM11 YJX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM11 YJX expired on 27 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM11 YJX?
The MOT on LM11 YJX expired on 27 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM11 YJX done?
LM11 YJX was recorded at 213,006 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2024, an average of 13,116 miles a year.
Has LM11 YJX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM11 YJX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LM11 YJX 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 YJX find?
LM11 YJX passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front lower windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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