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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LM63 OFVMOT history

LM63 OFV is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 196,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2026.

LM63 OFV blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
196,198 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2026
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,931 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 OFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 OFV was last recorded at 196,198 miles on 20 Mar 2026, 4,141 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,057 miles · 19 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,141 miles
Average per year
9,931 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 196,198 miles
  • 2025 – 192,057 miles
  • 2024 – 184,853 miles
  • 2022 – 164,920 miles
  • 2021 – 158,439 miles
  • 2020 – 152,350 miles
  • 2019 – 147,010 miles
  • 2018 – 135,125 miles
  • 2017 – 120,463 miles
  • 2016 – 104,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass196,198 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass196,198 miles (+4,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    196,198 miles
    Test number
    626597415650
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass192,057 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    192,057 miles
    Test number
    124549253546
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Fail192,057 miles (+7,204)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,057 miles
    Test number
    314483476141
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lens cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass184,853 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    184,853 miles
    Test number
    287855992926
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail184,851 miles (+19,931)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,851 miles
    Test number
    427041848554
    • MajorNearside Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass164,920 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    164,920 miles
    Test number
    716745201223
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  7. Fail164,920 miles (+6,481)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,920 miles
    Test number
    666150625092
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  8. Pass158,439 miles (+6,089)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    158,439 miles
    Test number
    512567599720
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lamp cracked.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass152,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    152,350 miles
    Test number
    463378471485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail152,350 miles (+5,340)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,350 miles
    Test number
    184788511517
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
  11. Pass147,010 miles (+11,885)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    147,010 miles
    Test number
    402375265516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass135,125 miles (+14,662)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,125 miles
    Test number
    322608647826
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
  13. Pass120,463 miles (+16,379)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    258294993850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,084 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    104,084 miles
    Test number
    174793629963

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM63 OFV

Does LM63 OFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 OFV is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM63 OFV?
The MOT on LM63 OFV is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 OFV done?
LM63 OFV was recorded at 196,198 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2026, an average of 9,931 miles a year.
Has LM63 OFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 OFV has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LM63 OFV 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 LM63 OFV find?
LM63 OFV passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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