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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2010 · 1,995 cc

LM60 GXXMOT history

LM60 GXX is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 8 Dec 2026 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 209,421 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Dec 2025.

LM60 GXX grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Dec 2026
Mileage
209,421 mi
At MOT on 9 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM60 GXX
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
3 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
9 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM60 GXX was last recorded at 209,421 miles on 9 Dec 2025, 27 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
209,394 miles · 3 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
27 miles
Average per year
12,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 209,421 miles
  • 2024 – 202,026 miles
  • 2023 – 190,601 miles
  • 2022 – 183,924 miles
  • 2021 – 166,645 miles
  • 2020 – 151,413 miles
  • 2019 – 132,858 miles
  • 2018 – 117,099 miles
  • 2017 – 104,147 miles
  • 2016 – 91,946 miles
  • 2015 – 80,150 miles
  • 2014 – 67,725 miles
  • 2013 – 54,576 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,421 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryScreen washer pipe split, under bonnet.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 14 Oct 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,421 miles (+27)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    209,421 miles
    Test number
    234993610944
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryScreen washer pipe split, under bonnet.

  2. Fail209,394 miles (+7,368)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,394 miles
    Test number
    214592495782
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryScreen washer pipe split, under bonnet.

  3. Pass202,026 miles (+11,425)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    202,026 miles
    Test number
    950807231737
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass190,601 miles (+6,677)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    190,601 miles
    Test number
    536620139010
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp flickers. (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Pass183,924 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    183,924 miles
    Test number
    794150622459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) OS and NS

  6. Fail183,924 miles (+17,279)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,924 miles
    Test number
    713664235292
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) OS and NS

  7. Pass166,645 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    166,645 miles
    Test number
    167877750431
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive driveshaft output seal both side rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner tie rod has play both side front

  8. Fail166,645 miles (+15,232)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,645 miles
    Test number
    487617134241
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp not working on dipped beam both side (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive driveshaft output seal both side rear (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryInner tie rod has play both side front

  9. Pass151,413 miles (+377)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    151,413 miles
    Test number
    111232323097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail151,036 miles (+18,178)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,036 miles
    Test number
    572691600253
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass132,858 miles (+15,759)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,858 miles
    Test number
    207753455220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,099 miles (+12,952)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    117,099 miles
    Test number
    415827779833
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNo emissions detected

  13. Pass104,147 miles (+12,201)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    104,147 miles
    Test number
    651862977083
    • AdvisoryDiesel smoke test passed trigger point not met
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre worn close to wear markers
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass91,946 miles (+11,796)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    545165553067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,150 miles (+12,425)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    80,150 miles
    Test number
    573664514423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass67,725 miles (+13,149)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    67,725 miles
    Test number
    137664924330

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,576 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    54,576 miles
    Test number
    437937983252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail54,575 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,575 miles
    Test number
    635227583270
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/s front tyre wearing on outer edge

Questions about LM60 GXX

Does LM60 GXX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM60 GXX is valid until 8 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM60 GXX?
The MOT on LM60 GXX is valid until 8 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM60 GXX done?
LM60 GXX was recorded at 209,421 miles at its MOT on 9 Dec 2025, an average of 12,741 miles a year.
Has LM60 GXX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM60 GXX has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LM60 GXX 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 LM60 GXX find?
LM60 GXX passed its latest MOT on 9 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; screen washer pipe split, under bonnet..

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