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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LM63 XJBMOT history

LM63 XJB is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 9 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 168,545 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Aug 2026.

LM63 XJB black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,545 mi
At MOT on 10 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,395 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM63 XJB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
4 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM63 XJB was last recorded at 168,545 miles on 10 Aug 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,545 miles · 7 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
11,395 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,545 miles
  • 2025 – 160,442 miles
  • 2024 – 153,712 miles
  • 2023 – 145,899 miles
  • 2022 – 123,396 miles
  • 2021 – 103,114 miles
  • 2020 – 102,409 miles
  • 2019 – 92,734 miles
  • 2018 – 80,942 miles
  • 2017 – 69,037 miles
  • 2016 – 58,263 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,545 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive WET ROUND SUMP PLUG AREA

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

13 tests since 5 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,545 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,545 miles
    Test number
    953776399765
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail168,545 miles (+8,103)1 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,545 miles
    Test number
    963375937237
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass160,442 miles (+6,730)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    160,442 miles
    Test number
    865293070846

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass153,712 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    153,712 miles
    Test number
    842705880817
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive WET ROUND SUMP PLUG AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail153,682 miles (+7,783)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,682 miles
    Test number
    365765764661
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator SENSOR WORN THROUGH ON TYRE (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive WET ROUND SUMP PLUG AREA (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass145,899 miles (+22,503)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    145,899 miles
    Test number
    767020411831

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass123,396 miles (+20,282)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    123,396 miles
    Test number
    216960815730
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  8. Pass103,114 miles (+705)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    103,114 miles
    Test number
    852152741210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass102,409 miles (+9,675)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    102,409 miles
    Test number
    358278988828

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass92,734 miles (+11,792)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,734 miles
    Test number
    130192592592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,942 miles (+11,905)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    80,942 miles
    Test number
    168601058443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,037 miles (+10,774)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,037 miles
    Test number
    377673080870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,263 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    58,263 miles
    Test number
    910471327774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM63 XJB

Does LM63 XJB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM63 XJB is valid until 9 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM63 XJB?
The MOT on LM63 XJB is valid until 9 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM63 XJB done?
LM63 XJB was recorded at 168,545 miles at its MOT on 10 Aug 2026, an average of 11,395 miles a year.
Has LM63 XJB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM63 XJB has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LM63 XJB 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 XJB find?
LM63 XJB passed its latest MOT on 10 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 2 more.

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