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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,995 cc

LS55 YKMMOT history

LS55 YKM is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 64,094 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LS55 YKM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Feb 2027
Mileage
64,094 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 YKM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
23 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 YKM was last recorded at 64,094 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 4,720 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
59,374 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,720 miles
Average per year
3,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 64,094 miles
  • 2025 – 59,374 miles
  • 2024 – 58,084 miles
  • 2023 – 56,110 miles
  • 2022 – 54,737 miles
  • 2021 – 52,933 miles
  • 2020 – 51,347 miles
  • 2019 – 48,402 miles
  • 2018 – 45,208 miles
  • 2016 – 41,850 miles
  • 2014 – 32,162 miles
  • 2013 – 25,040 miles
  • 2012 – 22,217 miles
  • 2011 – 19,313 miles
  • 2010 – 16,789 miles
  • 2009 – 15,072 miles
  • 2008 – 11,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass64,094 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • UNDER COVERS FITTED

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

21 tests since 22 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass64,094 miles (+4,720)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    64,094 miles
    Test number
    901019528821
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass59,374 miles (+1,290)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    59,374 miles
    Test number
    623326496973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass58,084 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    58,084 miles
    Test number
    234620813784
    • AdvisoryUNDER COVERS FITTED

  4. Fail58,084 miles (+1,974)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,084 miles
    Test number
    264364816516
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDER COVERS FITTED

  5. Pass56,110 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    56,110 miles
    Test number
    450270406446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail56,110 miles (+1,373)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,110 miles
    Test number
    382553708328
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass54,737 miles (+1,804)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    54,737 miles
    Test number
    835805260298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass52,933 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    538064845014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail52,933 miles (+1,586)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,933 miles
    Test number
    974131709832
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass51,347 miles (+2,945)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    51,347 miles
    Test number
    403999256627
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass48,402 miles (+3,194)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    48,402 miles
    Test number
    199370726411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass45,208 miles (+3,358)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    45,208 miles
    Test number
    447397518141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass41,850 miles (+2,777)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    41,850 miles
    Test number
    392796928456
    • AdvisoryBrake reaction bushes are soft
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted preventing full under bonnet inspection
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full underside inspection

  14. Pass39,073 miles (+6,911)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    39,073 miles
    Test number
    723375393291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass32,162 miles (+7,122)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    32,162 miles
    Test number
    139683554370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass25,040 miles (+2,823)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    25,040 miles
    Test number
    425958233315
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass22,217 miles (+2,904)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    22,217 miles
    Test number
    278792252387

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,313 miles (+2,524)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    19,313 miles
    Test number
    809249641319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass16,789 miles (+1,717)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    16,789 miles
    Test number
    790234940341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass15,072 miles (+3,390)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    15,072 miles
    Test number
    883232349343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass11,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    11,682 miles
    Test number
    382207058373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 YKM

Does LS55 YKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 YKM is valid until 2 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 YKM?
The MOT on LS55 YKM is valid until 2 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 YKM done?
LS55 YKM was recorded at 64,094 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 3,064 miles a year.
Has LS55 YKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 YKM has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 YKM 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 LS55 YKM find?
LS55 YKM passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear, and 2 more.

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