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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LS52 CDOMOT history

LS52 CDO is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 17 Oct 2002. Its MOT is valid until 5 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 93,559 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Jun 2027
Mileage
93,559 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 CDO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
17 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 CDO was last recorded at 93,559 miles on 6 Jun 2026, 239 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,320 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
239 miles
Average per year
3,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,559 miles
  • 2025 – 93,320 miles
  • 2024 – 93,309 miles
  • 2022 – 92,789 miles
  • 2021 – 91,583 miles
  • 2020 – 89,763 miles
  • 2019 – 88,073 miles
  • 2018 – 82,597 miles
  • 2016 – 81,502 miles
  • 2015 – 73,481 miles
  • 2014 – 70,068 miles
  • 2013 – 64,275 miles
  • 2012 – 55,153 miles
  • 2011 – 49,189 miles
  • 2010 – 40,354 miles
  • 2009 – 33,226 miles
  • 2008 – 32,327 miles
  • 2007 – 23,161 miles
  • 2006 – 17,015 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,559 miles
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2019

  • Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside rear outer sill slightly corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Undertray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,559 miles (+239)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    93,559 miles
    Test number
    768269596707
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass93,320 miles (+11)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    93,320 miles
    Test number
    490488923577
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass93,309 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    93,309 miles
    Test number
    383000920179
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.3.3 (b))
  4. Fail93,309 miles (+520)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,309 miles
    Test number
    443749304840
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both front (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front/rear (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp indicator (4.3.3 (b))
  5. Pass92,789 miles (+1,206)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    92,789 miles
    Test number
    751644040245
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp side light (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light on
  6. Pass91,583 miles (+28)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    91,583 miles
    Test number
    389733175387
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have slight corrosion
  7. Fail91,555 miles (+1,792)7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,555 miles
    Test number
    363547069023
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes have slight corrosion
  8. Pass89,763 miles (+25)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    89,763 miles
    Test number
    344004658372
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatsheild above rear silencer slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  9. Fail89,738 miles (+1,665)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,738 miles
    Test number
    143503422767
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective Both headlamps require buffing (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heatsheild above rear silencer slightly loose
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower arm front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  10. Pass88,073 miles (+2,158)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    88,073 miles
    Test number
    430126234748
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear handbrake lagging slightly but still met requirements
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both faded slightly (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  11. Pass85,915 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    85,915 miles
    Test number
    895708414431
    • AdvisoryNoise from fan belt area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both slightly faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  12. Fail85,912 miles (+3,315)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,912 miles
    Test number
    933042105759
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNoise from fan belt area
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front rack boot slightly twisted and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear outer sill slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage From bottle (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both slightly faded (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted
  13. Pass82,597 miles (+1,095)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    339862879267
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryBoth wipers split
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp inop
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield loose
  14. Pass81,502 miles (+8,021)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    81,502 miles
    Test number
    726584585866
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both front (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover
    • AdvisoryFan running all time also noisy
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted
  15. Pass73,481 miles (+3,413)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    73,481 miles
    Test number
    843204476545
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres 2mm and perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing both edges.
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre wearing inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted.
  16. Pass70,068 miles (+5,793)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    70,068 miles
    Test number
    737051364321
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing inner edges.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres slight cracking on tread.
  17. Pass64,275 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,275 miles
    Test number
    665111663326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail64,254 miles (+9,101)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,254 miles
    Test number
    427916743418
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  19. Pass55,153 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    55,153 miles
    Test number
    748975252261
    • NoteExhaust has slight corrosion
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped
  20. Fail55,153 miles (+5,964)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,153 miles
    Test number
    277355752274
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteExhaust has slight corrosion
    • NoteFront discs slightly lipped
  21. Pass49,189 miles (+8,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    49,189 miles
    Test number
    458616531256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass40,354 miles (+7,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,354 miles
    Test number
    400420430203
    • NoteAdvise offsise rear tyre getting low
  23. Pass33,226 miles (+899)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    33,226 miles
    Test number
    493273059291
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
  24. Pass32,327 miles (+9,166)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,327 miles
    Test number
    951418298094
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
  25. Pass23,161 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    23,161 miles
    Test number
    250672827281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Fail23,161 miles (+6,146)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,161 miles
    Test number
    190691927246
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  27. Pass17,015 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    17,015 miles
    Test number
    513573976136
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight leak power steering rack boot o/s

Questions about LS52 CDO

Does LS52 CDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 CDO is valid until 5 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 CDO?
The MOT on LS52 CDO is valid until 5 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 CDO done?
LS52 CDO was recorded at 93,559 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2026, an average of 3,836 miles a year.
Has LS52 CDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 CDO has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS52 CDO 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 LS52 CDO find?
LS52 CDO passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive, and 3 more.

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