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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS56 BFKMOT history

LS56 BFK is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 8 Nov 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 238,337 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Aug 2022.

LS56 BFK blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2023
Mileage
238,337 mi
At MOT on 17 Aug 2022
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,079 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BFK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
8 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2023
Latest MOT test
17 Aug 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BFK was last recorded at 238,337 miles on 17 Aug 2022, 10,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,073 miles · 6 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
10,264 miles
Average per year
13,079 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 238,337 miles
  • 2021 – 228,073 miles
  • 2020 – 216,854 miles
  • 2019 – 205,710 miles
  • 2018 – 195,664 miles
  • 2017 – 184,320 miles
  • 2016 – 172,275 miles
  • 2015 – 153,193 miles
  • 2014 – 143,107 miles
  • 2013 – 126,647 miles
  • 2012 – 112,991 miles
  • 2011 – 95,241 miles
  • 2010 – 87,180 miles
  • 2009 – 65,668 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass238,337 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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 Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

22 tests since 4 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass238,337 miles (+10,264)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    238,337 miles
    Test number
    670004061644
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass228,073 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    228,073 miles
    Test number
    923877799759

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail228,071 miles (+11,217)6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,071 miles
    Test number
    336779929502
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  4. Pass216,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    216,854 miles
    Test number
    690249597434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail216,854 miles (+11,144)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    216,854 miles
    Test number
    796694104819
    • Repaired at testOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass205,710 miles (+10,046)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    205,710 miles
    Test number
    621684767191
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass195,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    195,664 miles
    Test number
    583970616946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail195,664 miles (+11,344)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,664 miles
    Test number
    765911982617
    • Repaired at testFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass184,320 miles (+12,045)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    184,320 miles
    Test number
    154623231539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass172,275 miles (+19,082)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    172,275 miles
    Test number
    782246738683

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass153,193 miles (+10,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    153,193 miles
    Test number
    599352695142
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass143,107 miles (+16,460)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    143,107 miles
    Test number
    986661584146
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass126,647 miles (+5)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    126,647 miles
    Test number
    469236553175
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Fail126,642 miles (+13,651)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,642 miles
    Test number
    827095953138
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass112,991 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    112,991 miles
    Test number
    135875732155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on

  16. Fail112,991 miles (+17,750)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,991 miles
    Test number
    557405132150
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning lamp on

  17. Pass95,241 miles (+8,061)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2012
    Odometer
    95,241 miles
    Test number
    276094621195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass87,180 miles (+12,760)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,180 miles
    Test number
    342903990409
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  19. Pass74,420 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    74,420 miles
    Test number
    392957000076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOffside front steering arm slightly playing

  20. Fail74,420 miles (+8,752)1 dangerous4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,420 miles
    Test number
    471036400087
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteOffside front steering arm slightly playing

  21. Pass65,668 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    65,668 miles
    Test number
    760877559149
    • NoteUnder engine tray fitted

  22. Fail65,668 miles1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,668 miles
    Test number
    583765059150
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChassie+ engine tray fitted

Questions about LS56 BFK

Does LS56 BFK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BFK expired on 18 Aug 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BFK?
The MOT on LS56 BFK expired on 18 Aug 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BFK done?
LS56 BFK was recorded at 238,337 miles at its MOT on 17 Aug 2022, an average of 13,079 miles a year.
Has LS56 BFK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BFK has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on LS56 BFK 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 BFK find?
LS56 BFK passed its latest MOT on 17 Aug 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; offside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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