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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR09 KYNMOT history

LR09 KYN is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 265,599 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Oct 2026.

LR09 KYN black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
265,599 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
12,093 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 KYN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 KYN was last recorded at 265,599 miles on 9 Oct 2026, 3,671 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
261,928 miles · 8 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
3,671 miles
Average per year
12,093 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 265,599 miles
  • 2025 – 261,928 miles
  • 2024 – 251,386 miles
  • 2023 – 240,259 miles
  • 2022 – 230,034 miles
  • 2021 – 221,946 miles
  • 2020 – 215,189 miles
  • 2019 – 199,434 miles
  • 2018 – 191,895 miles
  • 2017 – 179,868 miles
  • 2016 – 176,529 miles
  • 2015 – 150,029 miles
  • 2014 – 123,127 miles
  • 2013 – 109,796 miles
  • 2012 – 90,090 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass265,599 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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, 2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 4 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass265,599 miles (+3,671)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    265,599 miles
    Test number
    271769970851
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass261,928 miles (+10,542)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    261,928 miles
    Test number
    479085446146
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass251,386 miles (+11,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    251,386 miles
    Test number
    160861875394
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play at limit (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass240,259 miles (+10,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    240,259 miles
    Test number
    513981189919
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met the requirements 18%
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass230,034 miles (+8,088)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    230,034 miles
    Test number
    516370526188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass221,946 miles (+6,757)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    221,946 miles
    Test number
    692673867905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass215,189 miles (+127)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    215,189 miles
    Test number
    879708841763
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Fail215,062 miles (+5,832)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,062 miles
    Test number
    463904433165
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail209,230 miles (+9,796)1 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,230 miles
    Test number
    281577871800
    • DangerousOffside Oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety on to exhuast/dpf (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to oil leak (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust diesel particulate filter shows evidence of tampering. on floor (8.2.2.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPark brake high

  10. Pass199,434 miles (+7,539)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    199,434 miles
    Test number
    513310992661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass191,895 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    191,895 miles
    Test number
    635353835708
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  12. Fail191,792 miles (+11,924)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,792 miles
    Test number
    879293308977
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low both (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  13. Pass179,868 miles (+3,339)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    179,868 miles
    Test number
    179660798526
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  14. Fail176,529 miles (+5,682)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,529 miles
    Test number
    734837711988
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass170,847 miles (+20,818)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    170,847 miles
    Test number
    525601487536
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass150,029 miles (+26,902)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    150,029 miles
    Test number
    166552775493
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass123,127 miles (+13,331)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,127 miles
    Test number
    629973664040
    • NoteFront no. plate in poor condition

  18. Pass109,796 miles (+19,706)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    109,796 miles
    Test number
    156857883478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,090 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    90,090 miles
    Test number
    646715892031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,090 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,090 miles
    Test number
    655855892016
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Questions about LR09 KYN

Does LR09 KYN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 KYN is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 KYN?
The MOT on LR09 KYN is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 KYN done?
LR09 KYN was recorded at 265,599 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2026, an average of 12,093 miles a year.
Has LR09 KYN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 KYN has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LR09 KYN 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 LR09 KYN find?
LR09 KYN passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive.

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