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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LR08 PBYMOT history

LR08 PBY is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 7 Nov 2026 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 213,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Oct 2025.

LR08 PBY black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 7 Nov 2026
Mileage
213,285 mi
At MOT on 11 Oct 2025
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
13,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR08 PBY
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
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR08 PBY was last recorded at 213,285 miles on 11 Oct 2025, 13,285 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
200,000 miles · 8 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,285 miles
Average per year
13,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 213,285 miles
  • 2024 – 200,000 miles
  • 2023 – 182,489 miles
  • 2022 – 164,499 miles
  • 2021 – 148,148 miles
  • 2020 – 139,836 miles
  • 2019 – 128,004 miles
  • 2018 – 113,910 miles
  • 2017 – 98,248 miles
  • 2016 – 81,759 miles
  • 2015 – 67,593 miles
  • 2014 – 57,980 miles
  • 2013 – 42,425 miles
  • 2012 – 33,803 miles
  • 2011 – 22,969 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass213,285 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 4 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass213,285 miles (+13,285)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    213,285 miles
    Test number
    488437237888
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass200,000 miles (+17,511)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    200,000 miles
    Test number
    935828617935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass182,489 miles (+17,990)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    182,489 miles
    Test number
    454996156966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,499 miles (+16,351)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    164,499 miles
    Test number
    500625012243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass148,148 miles (+8,312)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    148,148 miles
    Test number
    985439492834

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,836 miles (+11,832)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    139,836 miles
    Test number
    530417287166
    • AdvisoryRear Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively both side (6.1.7 (c) (i))

  7. Pass128,004 miles (+14,094)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    128,004 miles
    Test number
    104445769925
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both side. (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front exhaust flexi. (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass113,910 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    113,910 miles
    Test number
    957959076663
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts outer joint gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  9. Fail113,904 miles (+15,656)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,904 miles
    Test number
    280438269215
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear drive shafts outer joint gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass98,248 miles (+16,489)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    98,248 miles
    Test number
    154157137332
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake met minimum requirement,May need repair or adjustment
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt And play in joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Both outer Drive shaft gaiters deteriorated
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 70/ worn (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass81,759 miles (+14,166)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    81,759 miles
    Test number
    837124884751
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Drive shaft gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass67,593 miles (+9,613)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    67,593 miles
    Test number
    917310425255
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass57,980 miles (+15,555)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    57,980 miles
    Test number
    447505034204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,425 miles (+8,622)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,425 miles
    Test number
    376545813277
    • 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)

  15. Pass33,803 miles (+3,497)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    33,803 miles
    Test number
    415157932290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,306 miles (+7,337)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,306 miles
    Test number
    118307262479
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass22,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    22,969 miles
    Test number
    969143961046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR08 PBY

Does LR08 PBY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR08 PBY is valid until 7 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR08 PBY?
The MOT on LR08 PBY is valid until 7 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR08 PBY done?
LR08 PBY was recorded at 213,285 miles at its MOT on 11 Oct 2025, an average of 13,030 miles a year.
Has LR08 PBY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR08 PBY has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2018.
Has the mileage on LR08 PBY 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 PBY find?
LR08 PBY passed its latest MOT on 11 Oct 2025 with 6 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; nearside rear wheel bearing slightly noisy, and 3 more.

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