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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR09 TAUMOT history

LR09 TAU is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 193,259 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

LR09 TAU black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
193,259 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,694 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 TAU
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
1 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 TAU was last recorded at 193,259 miles on 21 May 2026, 6,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
187,079 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,180 miles
Average per year
9,694 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 193,259 miles
  • 2025 – 187,079 miles
  • 2024 – 179,515 miles
  • 2023 – 175,791 miles
  • 2022 – 168,845 miles
  • 2021 – 163,379 miles
  • 2020 – 158,669 miles
  • 2019 – 146,775 miles
  • 2018 – 134,201 miles
  • 2017 – 123,187 miles
  • 2016 – 112,931 miles
  • 2015 – 103,058 miles
  • 2014 – 102,484 miles
  • 2013 – 79,741 miles
  • 2012 – 55,437 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass193,259 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 2 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass193,259 miles (+6,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    193,259 miles
    Test number
    329358348131
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass187,079 miles (+7,564)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    187,079 miles
    Test number
    123138764050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass179,515 miles (+3,724)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    179,515 miles
    Test number
    942887690269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    175,791 miles
    Test number
    791323148590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail175,791 miles (+6,946)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,791 miles
    Test number
    471549713775
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre worn and out of shape inner edge

  6. Pass168,845 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,845 miles
    Test number
    187815311250
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer shrouding broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread out of shape also nail in tread

  7. Fail168,845 miles (+5,466)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,845 miles
    Test number
    841260134788
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flexi outer shrouding broken
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre tread out of shape
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre tread out of shape also nail in tread

  8. Pass163,379 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    163,379 miles
    Test number
    632753903301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass158,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    158,669 miles
    Test number
    512049382769

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail158,669 miles (+11,894)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,669 miles
    Test number
    878745592494
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass146,775 miles (+12,574)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    146,775 miles
    Test number
    871109472025
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (h) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryFront service tray insecure
    • AdvisoryWipers smear

  12. Pass134,201 miles (+11,014)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    134,201 miles
    Test number
    758456704011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,187 miles
    Test number
    921211203643

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail123,187 miles (+10,256)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,187 miles
    Test number
    783102025136
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass112,931 miles (+9,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    112,931 miles
    Test number
    198626541189
    • AdvisoryAir filter box vibrates
    • AdvisoryPlastic protection loose on rear of n/s sill

  16. Pass103,058 miles (+574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    103,058 miles
    Test number
    308551265049
    • 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)

  17. Pass102,484 miles (+22,743)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,484 miles
    Test number
    437691604385
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass79,741 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    79,741 miles
    Test number
    667197283261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail79,741 miles (+6,820)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,741 miles
    Test number
    508813683295
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass72,921 miles (+17,484)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,921 miles
    Test number
    685380673015
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  21. Fail55,437 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,437 miles
    Test number
    335432062075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass55,437 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,437 miles
    Test number
    366252662024
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LR09 TAU

Does LR09 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 TAU is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR09 TAU?
The MOT on LR09 TAU is valid until 20 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 TAU done?
LR09 TAU was recorded at 193,259 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 9,694 miles a year.
Has LR09 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 TAU has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on LR09 TAU 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 TAU find?
LR09 TAU passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 2 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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