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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

LS08 BVBMOT history

LS08 BVB is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Apr 2008. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 127,065 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Sept 2023.

LS08 BVB grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
127,065 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2023
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS08 BVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Apr 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS08 BVB was last recorded at 127,065 miles on 29 Sept 2023, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,062 miles · 28 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 127,065 miles
  • 2022 – 120,575 miles
  • 2019 – 113,385 miles
  • 2018 – 105,211 miles
  • 2017 – 93,718 miles
  • 2016 – 86,933 miles
  • 2015 – 81,037 miles
  • 2014 – 72,695 miles
  • 2013 – 65,492 miles
  • 2012 – 58,422 miles
  • 2011 – 48,115 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,065 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass127,065 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    127,065 miles
    Test number
    199063812520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail127,062 miles (+6,487)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,062 miles
    Test number
    614547800744
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering pump leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass120,575 miles (+50)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    120,575 miles
    Test number
    319974566923
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail120,525 miles (+7,140)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,525 miles
    Test number
    266321177461
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper missing (3.4 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,385 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    113,385 miles
    Test number
    551090268549
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail113,378 miles (+8,167)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,378 miles
    Test number
    429246642102
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass105,211 miles (+11,493)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    105,211 miles
    Test number
    968023080585
    • AdvisoryCoil springs corroded
    • AdvisoryOil around rear diff
    • AdvisorySlight play in anti roll bar drop links

  8. Pass93,718 miles (+6,785)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    93,718 miles
    Test number
    519870400051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,933 miles (+5,896)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,933 miles
    Test number
    669489535184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass81,037 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    81,037 miles
    Test number
    758326479780
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod end heated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Fail81,037 miles (+8,342)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,037 miles
    Test number
    382196853979
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside track rod end heated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Pass72,695 miles (+7,203)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    72,695 miles
    Test number
    867556344305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass65,492 miles (+7,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    65,492 miles
    Test number
    515297643396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,422 miles (+10,307)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    58,422 miles
    Test number
    467379042325
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded and scored

  15. Pass48,115 miles (+3,484)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,115 miles
    Test number
    236483161314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,631 miles
    Test number
    676146171087
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS08 BVB

Does LS08 BVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS08 BVB expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS08 BVB?
The MOT on LS08 BVB expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS08 BVB done?
LS08 BVB was recorded at 127,065 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2023, an average of 6,575 miles a year.
Has LS08 BVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS08 BVB has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS08 BVB 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 LS08 BVB find?
LS08 BVB passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 2 more.

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