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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LO08 OHKMOT history

LO08 OHK is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 30 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 198,375 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Aug 2022.

LO08 OHK black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2023
Mileage
198,375 mi
At MOT on 2 Aug 2022
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,344 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LO08 OHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
30 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LO08 OHK was last recorded at 198,375 miles on 2 Aug 2022, 7,058 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Aug 2016: 146,616 miles, lower than 149,013 miles on 20 Jul 2015.

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
191,317 miles · 5 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
7,058 miles
Average per year
8,344 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 198,375 miles
  • 2021 – 191,317 miles
  • 2020 – 180,584 miles
  • 2019 – 163,657 miles
  • 2018 – 158,540 miles
  • 2017 – 151,052 miles
  • 2016 – 146,616 miles
  • 2015 – 149,013 miles
  • 2013 – 147,196 miles
  • 2012 – 135,338 miles
  • 2011 – 105,834 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,375 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryEmissions too low to registerRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (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.

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 30 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,375 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    198,375 miles
    Test number
    999169617261
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  2. Fail198,375 miles (+7,058)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,375 miles
    Test number
    585406993173
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
  3. Pass191,317 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    191,317 miles
    Test number
    836529601804
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  4. Fail191,317 miles (+10,733)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,317 miles
    Test number
    586004761263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  5. Pass180,584 miles (+16,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    180,584 miles
    Test number
    488297760850
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  6. Pass163,657 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    163,657 miles
    Test number
    894788291017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  7. Fail163,657 miles (+5,117)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,657 miles
    Test number
    101651716040
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
  8. Pass158,540 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    158,540 miles
    Test number
    619569506399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail158,540 miles (+7,488)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,540 miles
    Test number
    633324664883
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  10. Pass151,052 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    151,052 miles
    Test number
    919694243412
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  11. Fail151,052 miles (+4,436)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,052 miles
    Test number
    502576581126
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to register
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
  12. Pass146,616 miles (-2,397)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    146,616 miles
    Test number
    470202967638

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass149,013 miles (+1,817)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    149,013 miles
    Test number
    906311405285
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
  14. Pass147,196 miles (+11,858)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    147,196 miles
    Test number
    916616273140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass135,338 miles (+297)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    135,338 miles
    Test number
    229838182157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail135,041 miles (+29,207)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,041 miles
    Test number
    169461882113
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  17. Pass105,834 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    105,834 miles
    Test number
    249481481441
    • NoteAdvise chips in windscreen
    • NoteAdvise o/s/f fog lamp loose inside bumper
    • NoteAdvise smoke level so low does not register

Questions about LO08 OHK

Does LO08 OHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LO08 OHK expired on 11 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LO08 OHK?
The MOT on LO08 OHK expired on 11 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LO08 OHK done?
LO08 OHK was recorded at 198,375 miles at its MOT on 2 Aug 2022, an average of 8,344 miles a year.
Has LO08 OHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LO08 OHK has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LO08 OHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Aug 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LO08 OHK find?
LO08 OHK passed its latest MOT on 2 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: emissions too low to register; parking brake lever worn, but not excessively.

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