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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM60 DKLMOT history

LM60 DKL is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 154,093 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
154,093 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,544 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM60 DKL
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
4 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM60 DKL was last recorded at 154,093 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 9,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 2 Feb 2022: 123,324 miles, lower than 155,652 miles on 20 Feb 2021.

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
145,035 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
9,058 miles
Average per year
8,544 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,093 miles
  • 2025 – 145,035 miles
  • 2024 – 134,386 miles
  • 2023 – 131,006 miles
  • 2022 – 123,324 miles
  • 2021 – 155,652 miles
  • 2020 – 109,705 miles
  • 2019 – 99,004 miles
  • 2018 – 87,178 miles
  • 2016 – 72,161 miles
  • 2015 – 68,945 miles
  • 2014 – 62,498 miles
  • 2013 – 48,661 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,093 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Battery replace warning on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Undertrays/ engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 6 Nov 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,093 miles (+9,058)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    154,093 miles
    Test number
    993368271071
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  2. Pass145,035 miles (+10,649)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    145,035 miles
    Test number
    671767709000
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stonechip (3.2 (a) (i))
  3. Pass134,386 miles (+3,380)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    134,386 miles
    Test number
    568914309649
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  4. Pass131,006 miles (+7,682)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    131,006 miles
    Test number
    366815328998
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer tread and cracking in tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen
  5. Pass123,324 miles (-32,328)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    123,324 miles
    Test number
    295591299142
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass155,652 miles (+40,001)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    155,652 miles
    Test number
    464529376756
    • AdvisoryBattery replace warning on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/ engine covers fitted
  7. Fail115,651 miles (+5,946)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,651 miles
    Test number
    207803786676
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBattery replace warning on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays/ engine covers fitted
  8. Pass109,705 miles (+10,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    109,705 miles
    Test number
    627165350267
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass99,004 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    99,004 miles
    Test number
    257089699946
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are getting low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  10. Fail99,004 miles (+11,826)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,004 miles
    Test number
    909956135399
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front lower ball joints have slight play
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads are getting low
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection
  11. Pass87,178 miles (+1,819)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    87,178 miles
    Test number
    370157688753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass85,359 miles (+13,198)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    85,359 miles
    Test number
    556473019415
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure has slight damage bumper (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both - wearing on outer shoulder and perished (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass72,161 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,161 miles
    Test number
    191213768282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail72,160 miles (+3,215)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,160 miles
    Test number
    599585262757
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass68,945 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    68,945 miles
    Test number
    869492276380
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber has negligible damping effect
    • AdvisoryOil dipstick replaced
  16. Fail68,943 miles (+6,445)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,943 miles
    Test number
    908157878038
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber has negligible damping effect
    • AdvisoryOil dipstick replaced
  17. Pass62,498 miles (+13,837)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    62,498 miles
    Test number
    316095034319
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass48,661 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    48,661 miles
    Test number
    805230513377
    • NoteOuter edge front tyres wearing

Questions about LM60 DKL

Does LM60 DKL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM60 DKL is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM60 DKL?
The MOT on LM60 DKL is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM60 DKL done?
LM60 DKL was recorded at 154,093 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 8,544 miles a year.
Has LM60 DKL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM60 DKL has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LM60 DKL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 2 Feb 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM60 DKL find?
LM60 DKL passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front road wheel slightly distorted.

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