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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LS12 WTUMOT history

LS12 WTU is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 11 May 2012. Its MOT expired on 16 May 2026 and it has passed 10 of 12 MOT tests, with 90,302 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 May 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 May 2026
Mileage
90,302 mi
At MOT on 17 May 2025
MOT tests
12
10 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,828 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS12 WTU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
11 May 2012
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 May 2026
Latest MOT test
17 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS12 WTU was last recorded at 90,302 miles on 17 May 2025, 2,562 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Nov 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,740 miles · 24 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
2,562 miles
Average per year
7,828 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,302 miles
  • 2023 – 87,740 miles
  • 2022 – 86,069 miles
  • 2021 – 75,315 miles
  • 2020 – 62,905 miles
  • 2019 – 48,826 miles
  • 2018 – 38,371 miles
  • 2017 – 30,580 miles
  • 2016 – 24,715 miles
  • 2015 – 12,741 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,302 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.

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

Full MOT history

12 tests since 20 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,302 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    90,302 miles
    Test number
    720553227737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,740 miles (+1,671)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    87,740 miles
    Test number
    999111267553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass86,069 miles (+10,754)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    86,069 miles
    Test number
    323764971615

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass75,315 miles (+71)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    75,315 miles
    Test number
    365200607111
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  5. Fail75,244 miles (+12,339)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,244 miles
    Test number
    814399055839
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward of two arms as chalked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  6. Pass62,905 miles (+14,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,905 miles
    Test number
    541677853996
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Pass48,826 miles (+10,455)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    48,826 miles
    Test number
    853629842908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from rear diff
  8. Pass38,371 miles (+7,791)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    38,371 miles
    Test number
    812937544021
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  9. Pass30,580 miles (+5,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    30,580 miles
    Test number
    363879045960
    • AdvisoryWipers starting to smear
  10. Pass24,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    455315955473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail24,715 miles (+11,974)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,715 miles
    Test number
    611410455708
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  12. Pass12,741 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    12,741 miles
    Test number
    686701575197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS12 WTU

Does LS12 WTU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS12 WTU expired on 16 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS12 WTU?
The MOT on LS12 WTU expired on 16 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS12 WTU done?
LS12 WTU was recorded at 90,302 miles at its MOT on 17 May 2025, an average of 7,828 miles a year.
Has LS12 WTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS12 WTU has failed 2 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS12 WTU 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 WTU find?
LS12 WTU passed its latest MOT on 17 May 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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