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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LP11 GVAMOT history

LP11 GVA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Aug 2011. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 13 of 14 MOT tests, with 110,625 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
110,625 mi
At MOT on 7 Aug 2026
MOT tests
14
13 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,509 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP11 GVA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
2 Aug 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP11 GVA was last recorded at 110,625 miles on 7 Aug 2026, 8,511 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,114 miles · 30 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,511 miles
Average per year
5,509 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 110,625 miles
  • 2025 – 102,114 miles
  • 2024 – 99,166 miles
  • 2023 – 95,820 miles
  • 2022 – 93,165 miles
  • 2021 – 90,761 miles
  • 2020 – 87,562 miles
  • 2019 – 85,332 miles
  • 2018 – 81,375 miles
  • 2017 – 74,871 miles
  • 2016 – 65,929 miles
  • 2015 – 58,456 miles
  • 2014 – 44,441 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,625 miles
  • AdvisoryFront 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2023

Full MOT history

14 tests since 2 Aug 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,625 miles (+8,511)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    110,625 miles
    Test number
    134536955890
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass102,114 miles (+2,948)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    102,114 miles
    Test number
    105147012502
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,166 miles (+3,346)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    99,166 miles
    Test number
    333731470649
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement shock absorber mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play up and down movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass95,820 miles (+2,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    95,820 miles
    Test number
    411893220455
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass93,165 miles (+2,404)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    93,165 miles
    Test number
    990930802538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,761 miles (+3,199)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    90,761 miles
    Test number
    759359669687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass87,562 miles (+2,230)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    87,562 miles
    Test number
    832394634639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass85,332 miles (+3,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    85,332 miles
    Test number
    377681298274
    • AdvisoryFull under trays engine cover & sill covers fitted obscuring testers view from many components
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps on different set limits
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  9. Pass81,375 miles (+6,504)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    81,375 miles
    Test number
    373247296698
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  10. Pass74,871 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,871 miles
    Test number
    788267466598
    • AdvisoryUnder cover's fitted

  11. Fail74,871 miles (+8,942)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,871 miles
    Test number
    968638936819
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryUnder cover's fitted

  12. Pass65,929 miles (+7,473)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    65,929 miles
    Test number
    106941239898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,456 miles (+14,015)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    385252295104
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass44,441 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,441 miles
    Test number
    539954314249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LP11 GVA

Does LP11 GVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP11 GVA is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP11 GVA?
The MOT on LP11 GVA is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP11 GVA done?
LP11 GVA was recorded at 110,625 miles at its MOT on 7 Aug 2026, an average of 5,509 miles a year.
Has LP11 GVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP11 GVA has failed 1 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on LP11 GVA 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 GVA find?
LP11 GVA passed its latest MOT on 7 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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