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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS09 PVWMOT history

LS09 PVW is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 15 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 10 Jan 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 144,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

LS09 PVW grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Jan 2027
Mileage
144,314 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 PVW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
15 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 PVW was last recorded at 144,314 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 10,402 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,912 miles · 6 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
10,402 miles
Average per year
6,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 144,314 miles
  • 2025 – 133,912 miles
  • 2024 – 133,910 miles
  • 2023 – 125,857 miles
  • 2022 – 116,820 miles
  • 2021 – 109,527 miles
  • 2019 – 105,447 miles
  • 2018 – 100,507 miles
  • 2017 – 95,690 miles
  • 2016 – 91,432 miles
  • 2015 – 86,706 miles
  • 2014 – 81,506 miles
  • 2013 – 67,077 miles
  • 2012 – 56,687 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,314 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside rear brake disc corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

18 tests since 28 May 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,314 miles (+10,402)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    144,314 miles
    Test number
    865036567053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,912 miles (+2)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    133,912 miles
    Test number
    420608836889
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords appears deep (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has long travel
    • AdvisorySmells of fumes in engine bay

  3. Fail133,910 miles (+3,526)4 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,910 miles
    Test number
    519149852028
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged Offside and Nearside (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust manifold and turbo area (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass130,384 miles (+4,527)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    130,384 miles
    Test number
    925573153293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass125,857 miles (+9,037)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    125,857 miles
    Test number
    286863695135
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass116,820 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,820 miles
    Test number
    943499233400
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail116,820 miles (+7,293)1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,820 miles
    Test number
    467892689751
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass109,527 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    716774158970
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail109,527 miles (+4,080)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,527 miles
    Test number
    883216285236
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass105,447 miles (+4,940)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,447 miles
    Test number
    402221719763

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass100,507 miles (+4,817)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    100,507 miles
    Test number
    212511558275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,690 miles (+59)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    95,690 miles
    Test number
    258649146766
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail95,631 miles (+4,199)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,631 miles
    Test number
    160909135578
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has had the tread recut Temporary repair made near sidewall (4.1.D.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake disc corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass91,432 miles (+4,726)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    91,432 miles
    Test number
    117539240547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass86,706 miles (+5,200)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    86,706 miles
    Test number
    247073775112
    • NoteEmissions too clean to test

  16. Pass81,506 miles (+14,429)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    81,506 miles
    Test number
    786947564147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass67,077 miles (+10,390)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,077 miles
    Test number
    459508863112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,687 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,687 miles
    Test number
    998669942130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS09 PVW

Does LS09 PVW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS09 PVW is valid until 10 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS09 PVW?
The MOT on LS09 PVW is valid until 10 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS09 PVW done?
LS09 PVW was recorded at 144,314 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 6,440 miles a year.
Has LS09 PVW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 PVW has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on LS09 PVW 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 PVW find?
LS09 PVW passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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