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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LP11 GLFMOT history

LP11 GLF is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Aug 2011. Its MOT expired on 16 Dec 2025 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 171,313 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Dec 2025
Mileage
171,313 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2024
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,682 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP11 GLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP11 GLF was last recorded at 171,313 miles on 17 Dec 2024, 11,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,982 miles · 7 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
11,331 miles
Average per year
9,682 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 171,313 miles
  • 2023 – 159,982 miles
  • 2022 – 152,452 miles
  • 2021 – 143,924 miles
  • 2020 – 138,282 miles
  • 2019 – 132,188 miles
  • 2018 – 123,504 miles
  • 2017 – 113,016 miles
  • 2016 – 100,826 miles
  • 2015 – 89,393 miles
  • 2014 – 78,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,313 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,313 miles (+11,331)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    171,313 miles
    Test number
    561105226624
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass159,982 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    159,982 miles
    Test number
    971678611721
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail159,956 miles (+7,504)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,956 miles
    Test number
    207569744837
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass152,452 miles (+8,528)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    152,452 miles
    Test number
    770335549542
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass143,924 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    143,924 miles
    Test number
    477230247048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail143,908 miles (+5,626)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,908 miles
    Test number
    270353555304
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass138,282 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,282 miles
    Test number
    976316906566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,280 miles (+6,092)2 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,280 miles
    Test number
    847810072263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass132,188 miles (+8,684)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    132,188 miles
    Test number
    341163939243
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass123,504 miles (+10,488)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    123,504 miles
    Test number
    280012859793

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass113,016 miles (+12,190)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    113,016 miles
    Test number
    598207753015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,826 miles (+11,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    100,826 miles
    Test number
    422206799788
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass89,393 miles (+11,104)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    89,393 miles
    Test number
    911987952254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail78,289 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,289 miles
    Test number
    499348124484
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  15. Pass78,289 miles (+8,048)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    78,289 miles
    Test number
    966798324390

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,241 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    239411594440
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail70,241 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,241 miles
    Test number
    796411694120
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP11 GLF

Does LP11 GLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LP11 GLF expired on 16 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LP11 GLF?
The MOT on LP11 GLF expired on 16 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LP11 GLF done?
LP11 GLF was recorded at 171,313 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2024, an average of 9,682 miles a year.
Has LP11 GLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP11 GLF has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on LP11 GLF 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 LP11 GLF find?
LP11 GLF passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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