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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 FLBMOT history

LR08 FLB is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 315,627 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Aug 2023.

LR08 FLB black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2024
Mileage
315,627 km
At MOT on 19 Aug 2023
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
17,445 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 FLB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
19 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 FLB was last recorded at 315,627 km on 19 Aug 2023, 14,031 km more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
301,596 km · 11 Jul 2022
Between the last two tests
14,031 km
Average per year
17,445 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 315,627 km
  • 2022 – 301,596 km
  • 2021 – 276,606 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass315,627 kmPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorSide repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning n/s and o/s (4.4.1 (a) (i))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 Feb 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass315,627 km1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    315,627 km
    Test number
    959135083575
    • MinorSide repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning n/s and o/s (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail315,627 km (+14,031)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    315,627 km
    Test number
    976950836045
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSide repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning n/s and o/s (4.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass301,596 km2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    301,596 km
    Test number
    809486752605
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Fail301,596 km (+24,990)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    301,596 km
    Test number
    112015251978
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high both side (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass276,606 km1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2022
    Odometer
    276,606 km
    Test number
    518332815336
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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 Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass156,303 miles (+4,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2021
    Odometer
    156,303 miles
    Test number
    194567638991
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  7. Pass151,412 miles (+5,029)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    151,412 miles
    Test number
    779750096411
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre tread wear slightly uneven
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Pass146,383 miles (+3,831)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    146,383 miles
    Test number
    747747051666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass142,552 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,552 miles
    Test number
    986379830922
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn slightly
  10. Fail142,552 miles (+21,759)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,552 miles
    Test number
    622903114512
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs worn slightly
  11. Pass120,793 miles (+23,846)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    120,793 miles
    Test number
    707004099000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,947 miles (+20,903)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    96,947 miles
    Test number
    645127465136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass76,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2015
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    739577844183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail76,044 miles (+9,691)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,044 miles
    Test number
    688167344139
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass66,353 miles (+12,085)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2014
    Odometer
    66,353 miles
    Test number
    899933143193
    • 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)
  16. Pass54,268 miles (+17,205)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2013
    Odometer
    54,268 miles
    Test number
    276721952133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass37,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    37,063 miles
    Test number
    499399851087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail37,063 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,063 miles
    Test number
    205679451063
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LR08 FLB

Does LR08 FLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR08 FLB expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR08 FLB?
The MOT on LR08 FLB expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR08 FLB done?
LR08 FLB was recorded at 315,627 km at its MOT on 19 Aug 2023, an average of 17,445 km a year.
Has LR08 FLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 FLB has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on LR08 FLB 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 LR08 FLB find?
LR08 FLB passed its latest MOT on 19 Aug 2023 with 1 minor defect: side repeater with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning n/s and o/s.

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