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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 JBEMOT history

LS12 JBE is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 200,407 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LS12 JBE blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
200,407 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 JBE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
2 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 JBE was last recorded at 200,407 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,406 miles · 28 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
11,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 200,407 miles
  • 2025 – 191,040 miles
  • 2024 – 180,454 miles
  • 2023 – 169,588 miles
  • 2022 – 159,744 miles
  • 2021 – 146,769 miles
  • 2020 – 137,214 miles
  • 2019 – 126,517 miles
  • 2018 – 116,060 miles
  • 2017 – 104,585 miles
  • 2016 – 95,073 miles
  • 2015 – 72,949 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass200,407 miles
  • AdvisoryHeadlamps have condensation build up on the inside, both sidesRecorded 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass200,407 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    200,407 miles
    Test number
    942723684397
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have condensation build up on the inside, both sides

  2. Fail200,406 miles (+9,366)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    200,406 miles
    Test number
    447271764312
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps have condensation build up on the inside, both sides

  3. Pass191,040 miles (+10,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    191,040 miles
    Test number
    565190079899
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass180,454 miles (+10,866)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    180,454 miles
    Test number
    385726579262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass169,588 miles (+9,844)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    169,588 miles
    Test number
    496129827569

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass159,744 miles (+75)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    159,744 miles
    Test number
    282253272618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,669 miles (+12,900)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,669 miles
    Test number
    753191862934
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt o/s/r anti roll bar link lower boot split (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass146,769 miles (+9,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    146,769 miles
    Test number
    183771151921
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bald outer edge & close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass137,214 miles (+10,697)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    137,214 miles
    Test number
    729294829114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,517 miles (+10,457)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    126,517 miles
    Test number
    891643481587

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,060 miles (+11,475)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    116,060 miles
    Test number
    831498234822
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass104,585 miles (+9,512)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    104,585 miles
    Test number
    277882586168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass95,073 miles (+22,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,073 miles
    Test number
    627824514308
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side cover fitted

  14. Fail72,949 miles2 repaired1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,949 miles
    Test number
    149147135047
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer tread edge is balding
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp is condensated inside
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Pass72,949 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    72,949 miles
    Test number
    728737335090
    • AdvisoryNearside Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer tread edge is balding
    • NoteOffside front fog lamp is condensated inside
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Questions about LS12 JBE

Does LS12 JBE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS12 JBE is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS12 JBE?
The MOT on LS12 JBE is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS12 JBE done?
LS12 JBE was recorded at 200,407 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 11,609 miles a year.
Has LS12 JBE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 JBE has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LS12 JBE 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 LS12 JBE find?
LS12 JBE passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: headlamps have condensation build up on the inside, both sides.

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