BMW logo

BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LP08 MTYMOT history

LP08 MTY is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026 and it has passed 14 of 19 MOT tests, with 145,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2025.

LP08 MTY black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Oct 2026
Mileage
145,865 mi
At MOT on 3 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
14 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,245 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LP08 MTY in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LP08 MTY
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
23 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP08 MTY was last recorded at 145,865 miles on 3 Oct 2025, 235 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,630 miles · 25 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
235 miles
Average per year
7,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 145,865 miles
  • 2024 – 145,630 miles
  • 2023 – 143,843 miles
  • 2022 – 138,167 miles
  • 2021 – 122,933 miles
  • 2020 – 119,554 miles
  • 2019 – 110,938 miles
  • 2018 – 99,786 miles
  • 2017 – 91,617 miles
  • 2016 – 85,075 miles
  • 2014 – 72,195 miles
  • 2013 – 62,862 miles
  • 2012 – 52,119 miles
  • 2011 – 42,840 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,865 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,865 miles (+235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    145,865 miles
    Test number
    216467094687
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass145,630 miles (+1,787)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    145,630 miles
    Test number
    173981948608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass143,843 miles (+5,676)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    143,843 miles
    Test number
    515593630841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,167 miles (+15,234)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    138,167 miles
    Test number
    329200750228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass122,933 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    122,933 miles
    Test number
    957531912219
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail122,933 miles (+3,379)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,933 miles
    Test number
    633507464301
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flex (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass119,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,554 miles
    Test number
    182233883970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail119,555 miles (+8,617)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,555 miles
    Test number
    650626310339
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))

  9. Pass110,938 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    110,938 miles
    Test number
    846410983177
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail110,938 miles (+11,152)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,938 miles
    Test number
    378228567918
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass99,786 miles (+8,169)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    99,786 miles
    Test number
    736428491080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass91,617 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    91,617 miles
    Test number
    510055361099
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail91,617 miles (+6,542)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,617 miles
    Test number
    420299454872
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass85,075 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    85,075 miles
    Test number
    332637139119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Fail85,075 miles (+12,880)1 dangerous1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,075 miles
    Test number
    112415559205
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inside edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure on inside edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass72,195 miles (+9,333)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    72,195 miles
    Test number
    285524084116
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brakepads wearing

  17. Pass62,862 miles (+10,743)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,862 miles
    Test number
    396235403236
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass52,119 miles (+9,279)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,119 miles
    Test number
    488315502284
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass42,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,840 miles
    Test number
    998876491175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP08 MTY

Does LP08 MTY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP08 MTY expired on 2 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP08 MTY?
The MOT on LP08 MTY expired on 2 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP08 MTY done?
LP08 MTY was recorded at 145,865 miles at its MOT on 3 Oct 2025, an average of 7,245 miles a year.
Has LP08 MTY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP08 MTY has failed 5 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on LP08 MTY 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 LP08 MTY find?
LP08 MTY passed its latest MOT on 3 Oct 2025 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all LP08M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.