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BMW 520

Green · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LP12 UVBMOT history

LP12 UVB is a green diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Aug 2012. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 160,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

LP12 UVB green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
160,504 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
7,858 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP12 UVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
3 Aug 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP12 UVB was last recorded at 160,504 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 2,488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
158,016 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,488 miles
Average per year
7,858 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,504 miles
  • 2025 – 158,016 miles
  • 2024 – 148,094 miles
  • 2023 – 137,455 miles
  • 2022 – 126,706 miles
  • 2021 – 118,039 miles
  • 2020 – 113,417 miles
  • 2019 – 110,303 miles
  • 2018 – 107,406 miles
  • 2017 – 99,373 miles
  • 2016 – 87,583 miles
  • 2015 – 78,106 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,504 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,504 miles (+2,488)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    160,504 miles
    Test number
    245544199643
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass158,016 miles (+9,922)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    158,016 miles
    Test number
    420627496839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass148,094 miles (+10,639)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    148,094 miles
    Test number
    183962013421
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  4. Pass137,455 miles (+10,749)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    137,455 miles
    Test number
    737217914058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass126,706 miles (+8,667)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    126,706 miles
    Test number
    202302574744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass118,039 miles (+4,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    118,039 miles
    Test number
    242373820986
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass113,417 miles (+3,114)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    113,417 miles
    Test number
    230887166500
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass110,303 miles (+2,897)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    110,303 miles
    Test number
    392648406495
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Backing plates close to contacting wear ridge on discs (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass107,406 miles (+8,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    107,406 miles
    Test number
    534513369674
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre and worn on edges
  10. Pass99,373 miles (+11,790)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    99,373 miles
    Test number
    757468890170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass87,583 miles (+9,477)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,583 miles
    Test number
    258724772811
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge
  12. Pass78,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    78,106 miles
    Test number
    856041005209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP12 UVB

Does LP12 UVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP12 UVB is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP12 UVB?
The MOT on LP12 UVB is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP12 UVB done?
LP12 UVB was recorded at 160,504 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 7,858 miles a year.
Has LP12 UVB ever failed its MOT?
No. LP12 UVB has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on LP12 UVB 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 LP12 UVB find?
LP12 UVB passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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