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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

LP65 MLEMOT history

LP65 MLE is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 Dec 2015. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 12 MOT tests, with 183,600 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
183,600 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
12
8 passed · 4 failed
Per year
19,915 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LP65 MLE
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
23 Dec 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LP65 MLE was last recorded at 183,600 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 12,950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,650 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
12,950 miles
Average per year
19,915 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 183,600 miles
  • 2025 – 170,650 miles
  • 2024 – 169,429 miles
  • 2022 – 159,288 miles
  • 2021 – 146,826 miles
  • 2020 – 107,720 miles
  • 2019 – 77,880 miles
  • 2018 – 41,944 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,600 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryUnder tray fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

12 tests since 12 Dec 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    183,600 miles
    Test number
    514487547614
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  2. Fail183,600 miles (+12,950)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,600 miles
    Test number
    733321208571
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  3. Pass170,650 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    170,650 miles
    Test number
    463248278482
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  4. Fail170,650 miles (+1,221)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,650 miles
    Test number
    157309264300
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring worn both side (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  5. Pass169,429 miles (+10,141)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    169,429 miles
    Test number
    666209330304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,288 miles (+12,462)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    159,288 miles
    Test number
    797086778759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,826 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    146,826 miles
    Test number
    711647100717
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail146,826 miles (+39,106)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,826 miles
    Test number
    432657502237
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass107,720 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,720 miles
    Test number
    754784873795
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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. Fail107,720 miles (+29,840)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,720 miles
    Test number
    983972062178
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing Wheel bolt (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • 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))
  11. Pass77,880 miles (+35,936)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    77,880 miles
    Test number
    885913969529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass41,944 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    41,944 miles
    Test number
    441726871855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LP65 MLE

Does LP65 MLE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LP65 MLE is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LP65 MLE?
The MOT on LP65 MLE is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LP65 MLE done?
LP65 MLE was recorded at 183,600 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 19,915 miles a year.
Has LP65 MLE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LP65 MLE has failed 4 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LP65 MLE 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 MLE find?
LP65 MLE passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: under tray fitted.

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