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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LP65 HKEMOT history

LP65 HKE is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 292,459 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

LP65 HKE black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
292,459 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
31,746 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP65 HKE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
24 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP65 HKE was last recorded at 292,459 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 465 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
291,994 miles · 16 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
465 miles
Average per year
31,746 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 292,459 miles
  • 2025 – 280,770 miles
  • 2024 – 241,216 miles
  • 2023 – 204,479 miles
  • 2022 – 167,308 miles
  • 2021 – 131,027 miles
  • 2020 – 93,309 miles
  • 2019 – 66,130 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass292,459 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.

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

12 tests since 5 Aug 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass292,459 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    292,459 miles
    Test number
    263413191309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail291,994 miles (+11,224)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    291,994 miles
    Test number
    332708059340
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorUndertray insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass280,770 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    280,770 miles
    Test number
    864034084388
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Fail280,723 miles (+39,507)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    280,723 miles
    Test number
    145428067720
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass241,216 miles (+36,737)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    241,216 miles
    Test number
    943559492820
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass204,479 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    204,479 miles
    Test number
    691068817051
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet does not hold at open position
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Fail204,479 miles (+37,171)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,479 miles
    Test number
    615711414879
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorWindow damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet does not hold at open position
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  8. Pass167,308 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    167,308 miles
    Test number
    384709153941
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet does not hold at open position
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Fail167,308 miles (+36,281)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,308 miles
    Test number
    804731518436
    • MajorTyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront bonnet does not hold at open position
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/45/18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Daytime running lamp not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass131,027 miles (+37,718)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    131,027 miles
    Test number
    155317539704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass93,309 miles (+27,179)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    93,309 miles
    Test number
    382062552689
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak on undertray
  12. Pass66,130 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    66,130 miles
    Test number
    228988386794
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too low to detect

Questions about LP65 HKE

Does LP65 HKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP65 HKE is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP65 HKE?
The MOT on LP65 HKE is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP65 HKE done?
LP65 HKE was recorded at 292,459 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 31,746 miles a year.
Has LP65 HKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP65 HKE has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LP65 HKE 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 LP65 HKE find?
LP65 HKE passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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