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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS56 BDVMOT history

LS56 BDV is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 8 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 12 May 2026 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,694 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2025.

LS56 BDV black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 May 2026
Mileage
155,694 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2025
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BDV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 May 2026
Latest MOT test
13 May 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BDV was last recorded at 155,694 miles on 13 May 2025, 8,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,017 miles · 8 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
8,677 miles
Average per year
8,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,694 miles
  • 2024 – 147,017 miles
  • 2023 – 134,267 miles
  • 2022 – 126,943 miles
  • 2020 – 120,471 miles
  • 2018 – 100,024 miles
  • 2016 – 74,090 miles
  • 2015 – 65,421 miles
  • 2014 – 55,139 miles
  • 2013 – 54,799 miles
  • 2012 – 49,717 miles
  • 2011 – 41,233 miles
  • 2010 – 37,272 miles
  • 2009 – 26,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,694 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 31 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,694 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    155,694 miles
    Test number
    970777726239
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail155,694 miles (+8,677)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,694 miles
    Test number
    870452789710
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,017 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    147,017 miles
    Test number
    525068361488
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail147,017 miles (+12,750)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,017 miles
    Test number
    990869908891
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass134,267 miles (+6)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    134,267 miles
    Test number
    660629922471
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  6. Fail134,261 miles (+7,318)2 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,261 miles
    Test number
    824670046263
    • DangerousNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Both
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass126,943 miles (+6,472)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    126,943 miles
    Test number
    856067594581
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass120,471 miles (+10,643)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    120,471 miles
    Test number
    931161756427
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass109,828 miles (+9,804)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    109,828 miles
    Test number
    473175319727

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass100,024 miles (+12,252)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    100,024 miles
    Test number
    835770470003
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. Pass87,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    87,772 miles
    Test number
    362484485503

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. FailMileage not read3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    753730827147
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

  13. Pass74,090 miles (+8,669)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    74,090 miles
    Test number
    833280384193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass65,421 miles (+10,282)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    65,421 miles
    Test number
    357062579400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass55,139 miles (+340)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    55,139 miles
    Test number
    866071854308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass54,799 miles (+5,082)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    54,799 miles
    Test number
    175197553308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass49,717 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    49,717 miles
    Test number
    465119242451
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail49,717 miles (+8,484)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,717 miles
    Test number
    598399342345
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass41,233 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    41,233 miles
    Test number
    949213111393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,211 miles (+3,939)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,211 miles
    Test number
    278811011379
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass37,272 miles (+10,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    37,272 miles
    Test number
    814713000341
    • 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)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass26,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,932 miles
    Test number
    413844609340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BDV

Does LS56 BDV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BDV expired on 12 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BDV?
The MOT on LS56 BDV expired on 12 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BDV done?
LS56 BDV was recorded at 155,694 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2025, an average of 8,290 miles a year.
Has LS56 BDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BDV has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS56 BDV 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 BDV find?
LS56 BDV passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2025 with 5 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both, and 2 more.

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