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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 OSKMOT history

LR08 OSK is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 198,292 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Aug 2026.

LR08 OSK blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
198,292 mi
At MOT on 24 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,175 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 OSK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 OSK was last recorded at 198,292 miles on 24 Aug 2026, 73 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
198,219 miles · 19 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
73 miles
Average per year
10,175 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 198,292 miles
  • 2025 – 194,009 miles
  • 2024 – 187,495 miles
  • 2023 – 163,505 miles
  • 2022 – 145,775 miles
  • 2021 – 122,155 miles
  • 2020 – 112,528 miles
  • 2018 – 98,459 miles
  • 2017 – 90,794 miles
  • 2016 – 83,237 miles
  • 2015 – 77,984 miles
  • 2014 – 71,630 miles
  • 2013 – 64,970 miles
  • 2012 – 53,189 miles
  • 2011 – 40,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass198,292 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis around rear subb frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

26 tests since 3 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass198,292 miles (+73)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    198,292 miles
    Test number
    786410468286
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis around rear subb frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail198,219 miles (+4,210)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    198,219 miles
    Test number
    757008527098
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective x 2 and have moisture in too (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Bushes on lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear chassis around rear subb frame (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass194,009 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    194,009 miles
    Test number
    725286178143
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  4. Fail194,007 miles (+6,512)5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,007 miles
    Test number
    793000642588
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass187,495 miles (+23,990)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    187,495 miles
    Test number
    898627829043
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass163,505 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    163,505 miles
    Test number
    309914669582
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail163,505 miles (+17,730)2 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,505 miles
    Test number
    513403423045
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,775 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,775 miles
    Test number
    848954822271
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail145,775 miles (+23,620)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,775 miles
    Test number
    405711568616
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass122,155 miles (+9,627)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    122,155 miles
    Test number
    104825136363
    • AdvisoryFloor covers fitted front to rear, unable to fully inspect underside of vehicle.
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass112,528 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    112,528 miles
    Test number
    198255162078
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays fitted at time of test

  12. Fail112,525 miles1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,525 miles
    Test number
    405088320828
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays fitted at time of test

  13. Pass170,867 km2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    170,867 km
    Test number
    638053854242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass98,459 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    98,459 miles
    Test number
    952525215497
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  15. Fail98,459 miles (+7,665)1 major1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,459 miles
    Test number
    826577803062
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  16. Pass90,794 miles (+7,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,794 miles
    Test number
    606584975350
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to engine and underside

  17. Pass83,237 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    646632725353
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  18. Fail83,237 miles (+5,253)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,237 miles
    Test number
    767502138232
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted

  19. Fail77,984 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,984 miles
    Test number
    418528005278
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass77,984 miles (+6,354)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    77,984 miles
    Test number
    569778905257
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass71,630 miles (+6,660)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    71,630 miles
    Test number
    548696484103
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside wiper arm damaged but still working correctly

  22. Pass64,970 miles (+11,781)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,970 miles
    Test number
    458987383100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass53,189 miles (+12,249)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    53,189 miles
    Test number
    388857382121
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass40,940 miles (+133)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    40,940 miles
    Test number
    567820711212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,807 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,807 miles
    Test number
    635832261035
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass40,807 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,807 miles
    Test number
    685082561085

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 OSK

Does LR08 OSK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 OSK is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR08 OSK?
The MOT on LR08 OSK is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 OSK done?
LR08 OSK was recorded at 198,292 miles at its MOT on 24 Aug 2026, an average of 10,175 miles a year.
Has LR08 OSK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 OSK has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LR08 OSK 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 OSK find?
LR08 OSK passed its latest MOT on 24 Aug 2026 with 3 advisories: rear anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bushes on lower arms; suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear chassis around rear subb frame.

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