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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS11 YLCMOT history

LS11 YLC is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 31 Mar 2011. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 45,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
45,602 mi
At MOT on 9 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,633 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS11 YLC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
31 Mar 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS11 YLC was last recorded at 45,602 miles on 9 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,600 miles · 1 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
2,633 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,602 miles
  • 2025 – 45,061 miles
  • 2024 – 43,435 miles
  • 2023 – 40,968 miles
  • 2022 – 39,313 miles
  • 2021 – 37,482 miles
  • 2020 – 35,341 miles
  • 2019 – 32,899 miles
  • 2018 – 29,247 miles
  • 2017 – 25,052 miles
  • 2016 – 21,514 miles
  • 2015 – 17,311 miles
  • 2014 – 13,785 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,602 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Oil leak, but not excessive differential

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 10 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,602 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    45,602 miles
    Test number
    957639705304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail45,600 miles (+539)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,600 miles
    Test number
    338266476872
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass45,061 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    639445539332
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail45,061 miles (+1,626)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,061 miles
    Test number
    667549552258
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass43,435 miles (+2,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    43,435 miles
    Test number
    311591395542
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass40,968 miles (+1,655)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    40,968 miles
    Test number
    590230768949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass39,313 miles (+1,831)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    39,313 miles
    Test number
    974375989380
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass37,482 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    37,482 miles
    Test number
    751896724188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass35,341 miles (+2,442)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    35,341 miles
    Test number
    763562566406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass32,899 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    32,899 miles
    Test number
    460319397642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail32,897 miles (+3,650)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,897 miles
    Test number
    208653487827
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre worn on edge

  12. Pass29,247 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    29,247 miles
    Test number
    981474167955

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,052 miles (+3,538)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    25,052 miles
    Test number
    338965985466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,514 miles (+4,203)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,514 miles
    Test number
    994507993812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass17,311 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    17,311 miles
    Test number
    138249695090
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail17,311 miles (+3,526)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,311 miles
    Test number
    776218095045
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSLIGHT DAMAGE TO N/S/R TYRE SIDEWALL

  17. Pass13,785 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    13,785 miles
    Test number
    149559764053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS11 YLC

Does LS11 YLC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS11 YLC is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS11 YLC?
The MOT on LS11 YLC is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS11 YLC done?
LS11 YLC was recorded at 45,602 miles at its MOT on 9 Apr 2026, an average of 2,633 miles a year.
Has LS11 YLC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS11 YLC has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LS11 YLC 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 LS11 YLC find?
LS11 YLC passed its latest MOT on 9 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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