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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LS56 BFLMOT history

LS56 BFL is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 2 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 218,529 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Oct 2022.

LS56 BFL black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 18 Oct 2023
Mileage
218,529 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2022
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
13,832 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS56 BFL
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
2 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Oct 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS56 BFL was last recorded at 218,529 miles on 19 Oct 2022, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
218,529 miles · 14 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
13,832 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 218,529 miles
  • 2021 – 210,228 miles
  • 2019 – 194,184 miles
  • 2018 – 182,612 miles
  • 2017 – 161,545 miles
  • 2016 – 145,225 miles
  • 2015 – 130,071 miles
  • 2014 – 113,813 miles
  • 2013 – 97,127 miles
  • 2012 – 81,857 miles
  • 2011 – 66,254 miles
  • 2010 – 56,823 miles
  • 2009 – 39,290 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass218,529 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Centre exhaust appears to be incorrect.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Play in nearside of steering rack inner joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass218,529 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    218,529 miles
    Test number
    883991417572
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail218,529 miles (+8,301)3 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,529 miles
    Test number
    446546248528
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass210,228 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    210,228 miles
    Test number
    328548188090
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake ratchet a bit loose but works fine and holds in place
    • AdvisoryMight have a power steering oil leak but cant tell

  4. Pass331,401 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    331,401 km
    Test number
    198860091480
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass194,184 miles (+11,572)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    194,184 miles
    Test number
    981225925878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass182,612 miles (+212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    182,612 miles
    Test number
    608990363747
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail182,400 miles (+20,855)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,400 miles
    Test number
    679411950705
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn lower joint as maked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass161,545 miles (+260)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    161,545 miles
    Test number
    953220338922
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust appears to be incorrect.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail161,285 miles (+16,060)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,285 miles
    Test number
    342355003359
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust appears to be incorrect.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass145,225 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    145,225 miles
    Test number
    532213462354
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside of steering rack inner joint

  11. Fail145,225 miles (+15,154)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,225 miles
    Test number
    259987131621
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in nearside of steering rack inner joint

  12. Pass130,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    130,071 miles
    Test number
    295633865177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,071 miles (+16,258)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,071 miles
    Test number
    238720765192
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  14. Pass113,813 miles (+16,686)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    113,813 miles
    Test number
    427194774087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass97,127 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    97,127 miles
    Test number
    178435383006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail96,503 miles (+14,646)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,503 miles
    Test number
    436709173057
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  17. Pass81,857 miles (+15,603)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    81,857 miles
    Test number
    945218452194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,254 miles (+9,431)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    66,254 miles
    Test number
    209009951412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,823 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    694088200342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail56,823 miles (+17,533)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,823 miles
    Test number
    571787400306
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Fuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass39,290 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    39,290 miles
    Test number
    903337509337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS56 BFL

Does LS56 BFL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS56 BFL expired on 18 Oct 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS56 BFL?
The MOT on LS56 BFL expired on 18 Oct 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS56 BFL done?
LS56 BFL was recorded at 218,529 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2022, an average of 13,832 miles a year.
Has LS56 BFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS56 BFL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LS56 BFL 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 BFL find?
LS56 BFL passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2022 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; oil leak, but not excessive.

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