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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LS52 HSLMOT history

LS52 HSL is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 18 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 98,361 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
98,361 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,102 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 HSL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 HSL was last recorded at 98,361 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 8,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
89,714 miles · 25 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
8,647 miles
Average per year
4,102 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,361 miles
  • 2025 – 89,714 miles
  • 2023 – 80,965 miles
  • 2022 – 79,743 miles
  • 2021 – 77,039 miles
  • 2019 – 74,585 miles
  • 2018 – 72,516 miles
  • 2017 – 71,117 miles
  • 2014 – 58,636 miles
  • 2013 – 51,627 miles
  • 2012 – 45,296 miles
  • 2010 – 37,674 miles
  • 2009 – 32,716 miles
  • 2008 – 26,654 miles
  • 2007 – 20,276 miles
  • 2005 – 14,769 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,361 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

24 tests since 29 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,361 miles (+8,647)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    98,361 miles
    Test number
    927029321618
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass89,714 miles (+8,749)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    89,714 miles
    Test number
    648623590465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass80,965 miles (+1,222)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    80,965 miles
    Test number
    356520757859
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake needs adjustment
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass79,743 miles (+2,704)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    79,743 miles
    Test number
    282668111702
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides parking slight low

  5. Pass77,039 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    77,039 miles
    Test number
    843243878465
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake low

  6. Fail77,039 miles (+2,454)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,039 miles
    Test number
    326942030317
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake low

  7. Pass74,585 miles (+2,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    74,585 miles
    Test number
    851536710778
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,516 miles (+1,399)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    72,516 miles
    Test number
    602093666431
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy both rear (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear control ar balljoint dust covers detireated

  9. Pass71,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    71,117 miles
    Test number
    873964311525

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail71,117 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,117 miles
    Test number
    616947290150
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    822141474234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526748405151
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    948058105150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass58,636 miles (+7,009)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    58,636 miles
    Test number
    425666014112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass51,627 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    247138403406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracking on tread wall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

  16. Fail51,627 miles (+6,331)1 repaired5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,627 miles
    Test number
    985588303168
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering ram(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracking on tread wall but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

  17. Pass45,296 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,296 miles
    Test number
    796214302129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail45,296 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,296 miles
    Test number
    965154502119
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    706728011141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,674 miles (+4,958)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,674 miles
    Test number
    610916290082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,716 miles (+6,062)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,716 miles
    Test number
    373130629192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,654 miles (+6,378)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    26,654 miles
    Test number
    433724448007
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass20,276 miles (+5,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    20,276 miles
    Test number
    331556047051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass14,769 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,769 miles
    Test number
    222313935349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 HSL

Does LS52 HSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 HSL is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 HSL?
The MOT on LS52 HSL is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 HSL done?
LS52 HSL was recorded at 98,361 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 4,102 miles a year.
Has LS52 HSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 HSL has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LS52 HSL 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 HSL find?
LS52 HSL passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: central stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking in tread; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 3 more.

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