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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,171 cc

LR03 HBUMOT history

LR03 HBU is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 77,402 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2025.

LR03 HBU silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 4 Mar 2026
Mileage
77,402 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,309 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR03 HBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR03 HBU was last recorded at 77,402 miles on 5 Mar 2025, 3,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Apr 2010: 25,209 miles, lower than 222,538 miles on 29 Apr 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
73,514 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
3,888 miles
Average per year
3,309 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 77,402 miles
  • 2024 – 73,514 miles
  • 2022 – 73,421 miles
  • 2021 – 70,673 miles
  • 2020 – 69,508 miles
  • 2019 – 67,320 miles
  • 2018 – 63,148 miles
  • 2017 – 59,227 miles
  • 2016 – 54,933 miles
  • 2015 – 48,893 miles
  • 2014 – 43,432 miles
  • 2013 – 38,405 miles
  • 2012 – 34,248 miles
  • 2011 – 29,059 miles
  • 2010 – 25,209 miles
  • 2009 – 222,538 miles
  • 2008 – 20,732 miles
  • 2007 – 19,103 miles
  • 2006 – 14,617 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,402 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear of two joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also has cuts, Not exposed to cord.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass77,402 miles (+3,888)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    77,402 miles
    Test number
    132928934296
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear of two joint worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass73,514 miles (+93)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    73,514 miles
    Test number
    546300202596
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pip corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass73,421 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,421 miles
    Test number
    160182922715
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail73,421 miles (+2,748)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,421 miles
    Test number
    923645664685
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass70,673 miles (+1,165)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    70,673 miles
    Test number
    399314490606
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  6. Pass69,508 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    69,508 miles
    Test number
    714172114800
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also has cuts, Not exposed to cord. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail69,508 miles (+2,188)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,508 miles
    Test number
    370638297058
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also has cuts, Not exposed to cord. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass67,320 miles (+4,172)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    67,320 miles
    Test number
    319568352543
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass63,148 miles (+3,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    63,148 miles
    Test number
    122537636395
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass59,227 miles (+4,294)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    59,227 miles
    Test number
    931306746593
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing from inner edge

  11. Pass54,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    935284931718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail54,933 miles (+6,040)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,933 miles
    Test number
    234551856779
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  13. Pass48,893 miles (+5,461)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    48,893 miles
    Test number
    808309215145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass43,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    808284514121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail43,432 miles (+5,027)1 dangerous3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    226703214410
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass38,405 miles (+4,157)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    38,405 miles
    Test number
    305878103195
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing from inner edge

  17. Pass34,248 miles (+5,189)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    34,248 miles
    Test number
    875548712140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass29,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    29,059 miles
    Test number
    157037611108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,059 miles (+3,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,059 miles
    Test number
    678057111130
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass25,209 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    25,209 miles
    Test number
    233148810442
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail25,209 miles (-197,329)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,209 miles
    Test number
    460958810166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass222,538 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    222,538 miles
    Test number
    204809419485

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail222,538 miles (+201,806)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    222,538 miles
    Test number
    583599719127
    • Repaired at testCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  24. Pass20,732 miles (+1,629)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    20,732 miles
    Test number
    702977218133
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass19,103 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    19,103 miles
    Test number
    521148017164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,617 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    14,617 miles
    Test number
    994134876094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR03 HBU

Does LR03 HBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR03 HBU expired on 4 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR03 HBU?
The MOT on LR03 HBU expired on 4 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR03 HBU done?
LR03 HBU was recorded at 77,402 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2025, an average of 3,309 miles a year.
Has LR03 HBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR03 HBU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LR03 HBU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Apr 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR03 HBU find?
LR03 HBU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2025 with 1 advisory: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower rear of two joint worn.

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