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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 LLMMOT history

LS09 LLM is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 24 Apr 2009. Its MOT is valid until 4 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 157,894 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Sept 2027
Mileage
157,894 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,095 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 LLM
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
24 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 LLM was last recorded at 157,894 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,887 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
7,095 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,894 miles
  • 2025 – 155,639 miles
  • 2024 – 152,517 miles
  • 2023 – 148,228 miles
  • 2022 – 146,726 miles
  • 2021 – 140,572 miles
  • 2020 – 133,533 miles
  • 2019 – 127,254 miles
  • 2018 – 121,598 miles
  • 2017 – 105,468 miles
  • 2016 – 93,585 miles
  • 2015 – 82,570 miles
  • 2013 – 67,197 miles
  • 2012 – 60,912 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,894 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked nearside and stone chip offside (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit

    Major3 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Under tray damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • One of two offside front position lights not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,894 miles (+7)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    157,894 miles
    Test number
    451040282657
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked nearside and stone chip offside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail157,887 miles (+2,248)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,887 miles
    Test number
    693962626650
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked nearside and stone chip offside (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass155,639 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    155,639 miles
    Test number
    293493061018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail155,639 miles (+3,122)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,639 miles
    Test number
    374337571716
    • MajorNearside Side repeater likely to become detached (4.4.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge devoid of tread on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad sensor adrift

  5. Pass152,517 miles (+4,289)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    152,517 miles
    Test number
    930936956749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,228 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    148,228 miles
    Test number
    210280388905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail148,059 miles (+1,333)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,059 miles
    Test number
    203166827250
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  8. Pass146,726 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    146,726 miles
    Test number
    234301162110
    • AdvisoryUnder tray damaged

  9. Fail146,705 miles (+6,133)1 dangerous2 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,705 miles
    Test number
    625446845569
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured inner rim (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray damaged

  10. Pass140,572 miles (+7,039)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,572 miles
    Test number
    972357694750
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged side wall damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing low on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass133,533 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    133,533 miles
    Test number
    355401358817
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  12. Fail133,533 miles (+6,279)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,533 miles
    Test number
    227733251439
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass127,254 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,254 miles
    Test number
    931159689388
    • AdvisoryOne of two offside front position lights not working

  14. Fail127,251 miles (+5,653)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,251 miles
    Test number
    175964234436
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases front flexi leaking (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOne of two offside front position lights not working

  15. Pass121,598 miles (+16,130)
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,598 miles
    Test number
    303881607451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass105,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    105,468 miles
    Test number
    748230030047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail105,468 miles (+11,883)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,468 miles
    Test number
    692051112906
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass93,585 miles (+11,015)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    93,585 miles
    Test number
    667604801716

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,570 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    175082045433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail82,570 miles (+15,373)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,570 miles
    Test number
    475102845019
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  21. Pass67,197 miles (+6,285)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,197 miles
    Test number
    469134263314
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass60,912 miles (+4,637)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    60,912 miles
    Test number
    369071842327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass56,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,275 miles
    Test number
    615966412194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 LLM

Does LS09 LLM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 LLM is valid until 4 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 LLM?
The MOT on LS09 LLM is valid until 4 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 LLM done?
LS09 LLM was recorded at 157,894 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 7,095 miles a year.
Has LS09 LLM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 LLM has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LS09 LLM 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 LS09 LLM find?
LS09 LLM passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view cracked nearside and stone chip offside; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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