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BMW 520

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,990 cc

LM54 KPRMOT history

LM54 KPR is a grey petrol BMW 520 first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 61,730 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Aug 2026.

LM54 KPR grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
61,730 mi
At MOT on 18 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
799 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 KPR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,990 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 KPR was last recorded at 61,730 miles on 18 Aug 2026, 620 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Feb 2009: 31,413 miles, lower than 46,800 miles on 13 Dec 2007.
  • 5 May 2011: 56,564 miles, lower than 59,546 miles on 18 Feb 2011.
  • 23 Aug 2024: 60,677 miles, lower than 96,698 miles on 6 Feb 2023.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
61,110 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
620 miles
Average per year
799 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 61,730 miles
  • 2025 – 61,110 miles
  • 2024 – 60,677 miles
  • 2023 – 96,698 miles
  • 2022 – 93,910 miles
  • 2021 – 90,803 miles
  • 2020 – 88,754 miles
  • 2019 – 85,137 miles
  • 2017 – 78,860 miles
  • 2016 – 73,778 miles
  • 2015 – 70,617 miles
  • 2014 – 69,326 miles
  • 2013 – 66,976 miles
  • 2012 – 65,227 miles
  • 2011 – 56,564 miles
  • 2010 – 55,096 miles
  • 2009 – 31,413 miles
  • 2007 – 46,800 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass61,730 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.

  • Driver's airbag obviously inoperative

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

28 tests since 7 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass61,730 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    61,730 miles
    Test number
    498240110087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass61,110 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    61,110 miles
    Test number
    746340044482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass60,677 miles (-36,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    60,677 miles
    Test number
    956450566615
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,698 miles (+2,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,698 miles
    Test number
    885435335941
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp detiorated.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass93,910 miles (+3,107)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    93,910 miles
    Test number
    147860346391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,803 miles (+2,049)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    90,803 miles
    Test number
    804979038871
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Pass88,754 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    88,754 miles
    Test number
    360953093790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail88,754 miles (+3,617)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,754 miles
    Test number
    590800118550
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass85,137 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    882372795577

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail85,137 miles (+6,277)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,137 miles
    Test number
    225771830306
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

  11. Pass78,860 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    78,860 miles
    Test number
    421203221670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail78,858 miles (+5,080)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,858 miles
    Test number
    403072163459
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner edge worn to chord (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear reflector missing broken reflector (1.5.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault malfunction light on red (5.4.2)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault tyre pressure lamp on red (4.1.D.4)

  13. Pass73,778 miles (+3,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    73,778 miles
    Test number
    452784571249
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass70,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    70,617 miles
    Test number
    537208782484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,617 miles (+1,291)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,617 miles
    Test number
    726203512280
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass69,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    69,326 miles
    Test number
    438899114470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail69,326 miles (+2,350)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,326 miles
    Test number
    847649014322
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass66,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    66,976 miles
    Test number
    217080533335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail66,976 miles (+1,749)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,976 miles
    Test number
    269550933349
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  20. Pass65,227 miles (+2,560)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    65,227 miles
    Test number
    519935022345
    • NoteAirbag lights on

  21. Pass62,667 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2013
    Odometer
    62,667 miles
    Test number
    945005612125
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  22. Fail62,667 miles (+6,103)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,667 miles
    Test number
    955815312184
    • FailureCentre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.D.4)

  23. Pass56,564 miles (-2,982)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2012
    Odometer
    56,564 miles
    Test number
    597325821156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass59,546 miles (+4,450)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    59,546 miles
    Test number
    597069641085
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Pass55,096 miles (+23,683)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    55,096 miles
    Test number
    780124730053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,413 miles (-15,387)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    31,413 miles
    Test number
    663817459072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass46,800 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,800 miles
    Test number
    554517947386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail46,800 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,800 miles
    Test number
    340111847368
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

Questions about LM54 KPR

Does LM54 KPR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 KPR is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM54 KPR?
The MOT on LM54 KPR is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 KPR done?
LM54 KPR was recorded at 61,730 miles at its MOT on 18 Aug 2026, an average of 799 miles a year.
Has LM54 KPR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 KPR has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2020.
Has the mileage on LM54 KPR ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 26 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 KPR find?
LM54 KPR passed its latest MOT on 18 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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