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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS56 BDFMOT history

LS56 BDF is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 11 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 19 Sept 2024
Mileage
132,162 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,838 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BDF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
11 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Sept 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BDF was last recorded at 132,162 miles on 15 Sept 2023, 5,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,724 miles · 20 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
5,438 miles
Average per year
7,838 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,162 miles
  • 2022 – 126,724 miles
  • 2021 – 121,058 miles
  • 2020 – 115,559 miles
  • 2019 – 106,133 miles
  • 2018 – 101,685 miles
  • 2017 – 92,421 miles
  • 2016 – 81,681 miles
  • 2015 – 73,144 miles
  • 2013 – 64,875 miles
  • 2012 – 52,016 miles
  • 2011 – 40,483 miles
  • 2010 – 28,193 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,162 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,162 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    132,162 miles
    Test number
    199332413964

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,162 miles (+5,438)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,162 miles
    Test number
    710925660644
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass126,724 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    126,724 miles
    Test number
    666530587259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail126,724 miles (+5,666)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,724 miles
    Test number
    899322244160
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass121,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    121,058 miles
    Test number
    669099685709
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail121,058 miles (+5,499)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,058 miles
    Test number
    728011238756
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear of the 2 lower arms. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass115,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    115,559 miles
    Test number
    326755706975

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail115,559 miles (+2,026)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,559 miles
    Test number
    256331440178
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass113,533 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    113,533 miles
    Test number
    290017431391
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  10. Fail113,533 miles (+7,400)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,533 miles
    Test number
    138378419956
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass106,133 miles (+4,448)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    106,133 miles
    Test number
    673977049756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass101,685 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    101,685 miles
    Test number
    641435957792
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  13. Fail101,683 miles (+9,262)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,683 miles
    Test number
    998940866890
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  14. Pass92,421 miles (+10,740)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,421 miles
    Test number
    753679385579
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  15. Pass81,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    81,681 miles
    Test number
    303099779427
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  16. Fail81,681 miles (+8,537)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,681 miles
    Test number
    989822335614
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  17. Pass73,144 miles (+8,269)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    73,144 miles
    Test number
    625755435075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNo reading on emissions to low

  18. Pass64,875 miles (+3,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    64,875 miles
    Test number
    786927843349
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass60,881 miles (+8,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    60,881 miles
    Test number
    279533883143
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass52,016 miles (+11,533)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    52,016 miles
    Test number
    705051592101
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass40,483 miles (+12,290)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,483 miles
    Test number
    758122181151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,193 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,193 miles
    Test number
    464771960167
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  23. Pass28,193 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    28,193 miles
    Test number
    962731960139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BDF

Does LS56 BDF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BDF expired on 19 Sept 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BDF?
The MOT on LS56 BDF expired on 19 Sept 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BDF done?
LS56 BDF was recorded at 132,162 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2023, an average of 7,838 miles a year.
Has LS56 BDF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BDF has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2023.
Has the mileage on LS56 BDF 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 LS56 BDF find?
LS56 BDF passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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