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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LR09 VTAMOT history

LR09 VTA is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 4 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 195,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Nov 2025.

LR09 VTA white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
195,996 mi
At MOT on 27 Nov 2025
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
12,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR09 VTA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR09 VTA was last recorded at 195,996 miles on 27 Nov 2025, 13,478 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
182,518 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
13,478 miles
Average per year
12,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 195,996 miles
  • 2024 – 182,518 miles
  • 2023 – 173,102 miles
  • 2022 – 159,476 miles
  • 2021 – 150,092 miles
  • 2020 – 130,493 miles
  • 2019 – 111,342 miles
  • 2018 – 99,606 miles
  • 2017 – 90,882 miles
  • 2016 – 80,930 miles
  • 2015 – 69,775 miles
  • 2014 – 53,883 miles
  • 2013 – 42,694 miles
  • 2012 – 29,635 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass195,996 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

22 tests since 21 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass195,996 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    195,996 miles
    Test number
    725620985761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail195,996 miles (+13,478)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,996 miles
    Test number
    698477747241
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass182,518 miles (+9,416)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    182,518 miles
    Test number
    613699028606
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod end. (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides starting to show wear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass173,102 miles (+13,626)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    173,102 miles
    Test number
    116768872884

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass159,476 miles (+9,384)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    159,476 miles
    Test number
    821448277065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,092 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    150,092 miles
    Test number
    305279111979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail150,092 miles (+19,599)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,092 miles
    Test number
    720474092328
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50(98w)17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/50(98w)17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear grease around outer driveshaft components.
  8. Pass130,493 miles (+19,151)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    130,493 miles
    Test number
    247230764593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,342 miles (+11,736)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,342 miles
    Test number
    222952264400
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All tyres worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass99,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    99,606 miles
    Test number
    398458193053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail99,606 miles (+8,724)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,606 miles
    Test number
    621168750974
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 1.3mm (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass90,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    90,882 miles
    Test number
    325241016581

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail90,882 miles (+9,952)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,882 miles
    Test number
    151165015597
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  14. Pass80,930 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    80,930 miles
    Test number
    638833987571

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail80,930 miles (+11,155)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,930 miles
    Test number
    485951900508
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working both (1.1.C.1d)
  16. Pass69,775 miles (+15,892)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    69,775 miles
    Test number
    906031305270
    • 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
  17. Pass53,883 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    53,883 miles
    Test number
    807417814208
    • 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
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has severe wear on inner tread
  18. Fail53,883 miles (+11,189)1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,883 miles
    Test number
    806817714224
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • 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
    • NoteN/s/f tyre wearing on outer tread
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has severe wear on inner tread
  19. Pass42,694 miles (+218)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,694 miles
    Test number
    635677003245
    • 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
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slightly frayed
  20. Fail42,476 miles (+12,841)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,476 miles
    Test number
    999423503279
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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
    • NoteO/s/f seat belt slightly frayed
  21. Pass29,635 miles (+667)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    29,635 miles
    Test number
    576766522286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,968 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    28,968 miles
    Test number
    356762442139
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LR09 VTA

Does LR09 VTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR09 VTA is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR09 VTA?
The MOT on LR09 VTA is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR09 VTA done?
LR09 VTA was recorded at 195,996 miles at its MOT on 27 Nov 2025, an average of 12,355 miles a year.
Has LR09 VTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR09 VTA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LR09 VTA 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 VTA find?
LR09 VTA passed its latest MOT on 27 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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