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BMW 520

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LS52 HSOMOT history

LS52 HSO is a blue petrol BMW 520 first used on 27 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 88,862 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

LS52 HSO blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jun 2027
Mileage
88,862 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 HSO
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
27 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 HSO was last recorded at 88,862 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 1,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
87,796 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,066 miles
Average per year
3,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,862 miles
  • 2025 – 87,796 miles
  • 2023 – 71,798 miles
  • 2017 – 69,847 miles
  • 2015 – 65,408 miles
  • 2014 – 61,785 miles
  • 2013 – 57,171 miles
  • 2012 – 52,521 miles
  • 2011 – 47,721 miles
  • 2010 – 43,180 miles
  • 2009 – 38,457 miles
  • 2008 – 33,919 miles
  • 2007 – 29,934 miles
  • 2006 – 25,217 miles
  • 2005 – 19,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,862 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,862 miles (+1,066)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    88,862 miles
    Test number
    995802183959
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass87,796 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    87,796 miles
    Test number
    565399726819
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Fail87,796 miles (+15,998)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,796 miles
    Test number
    423035658084
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass71,798 miles (+1,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    71,798 miles
    Test number
    274885604952
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass69,847 miles (+4,439)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    69,847 miles
    Test number
    154909301376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass65,408 miles (+3,623)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,408 miles
    Test number
    382136531804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass61,785 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    61,785 miles
    Test number
    578921204316
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper blades smearing slightly

  8. Fail61,780 miles (+4,609)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,780 miles
    Test number
    405811404393
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteWiper blades smearing slightly

  9. Pass57,171 miles (+4,650)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    57,171 miles
    Test number
    305401033324
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass52,521 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    52,521 miles
    Test number
    588212232328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass47,721 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,721 miles
    Test number
    108757521354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass43,180 miles (+4,723)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,180 miles
    Test number
    244100520396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,457 miles (+4,538)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    38,457 miles
    Test number
    941749429368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass33,919 miles (+3,985)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    33,919 miles
    Test number
    272794128341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass29,934 miles (+4,717)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    29,934 miles
    Test number
    351905927357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,217 miles (+5,799)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,217 miles
    Test number
    860565626394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass19,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    19,418 miles
    Test number
    364836025377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 HSO

Does LS52 HSO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 HSO is valid until 23 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 HSO?
The MOT on LS52 HSO is valid until 23 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 HSO done?
LS52 HSO was recorded at 88,862 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 3,373 miles a year.
Has LS52 HSO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 HSO has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 HSO 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 HSO find?
LS52 HSO passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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