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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

LP13 BDZMOT history

LP13 BDZ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 17 Jul 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 129,552 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2026.

LP13 BDZ black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Feb 2027
Mileage
129,552 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,125 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP13 BDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
17 Jul 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP13 BDZ was last recorded at 129,552 miles on 7 Feb 2026, 4,866 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
124,686 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,866 miles
Average per year
6,125 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,552 miles
  • 2025 – 124,686 miles
  • 2024 – 118,600 miles
  • 2023 – 112,117 miles
  • 2022 – 106,648 miles
  • 2021 – 103,002 miles
  • 2020 – 98,439 miles
  • 2018 – 80,083 miles
  • 2017 – 76,985 miles
  • 2016 – 70,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,552 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 18 Jun 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,552 miles (+4,866)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    129,552 miles
    Test number
    847402351462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass124,686 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    124,686 miles
    Test number
    346310160604
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail124,664 miles (+6,064)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,664 miles
    Test number
    157774002630
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,600 miles (+6,483)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    118,600 miles
    Test number
    339163425314
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass112,117 miles (+5,469)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    955126003591

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass106,648 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    266361337601
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail106,648 miles (+3,646)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,648 miles
    Test number
    183218238253
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass103,002 miles (+4,563)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    103,002 miles
    Test number
    393548643382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass98,439 miles (+18,356)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,439 miles
    Test number
    600699625337
    • AdvisoryEmissions not detected during emissions test

  10. Pass80,083 miles (+3,098)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    80,083 miles
    Test number
    720638982560
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass76,985 miles (+6,205)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    76,985 miles
    Test number
    213336634377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,780 miles (+271)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,780 miles
    Test number
    494119426002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass70,509 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    70,509 miles
    Test number
    593116801921
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers and Under Trays Fitted

Questions about LP13 BDZ

Does LP13 BDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP13 BDZ is valid until 13 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP13 BDZ?
The MOT on LP13 BDZ is valid until 13 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP13 BDZ done?
LP13 BDZ was recorded at 129,552 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2026, an average of 6,125 miles a year.
Has LP13 BDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP13 BDZ has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on LP13 BDZ 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 LP13 BDZ find?
LP13 BDZ passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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