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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LS57 FYRMOT history

LS57 FYR is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 3 Dec 2007. Its MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 235,740 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Nov 2021.

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MOT
Expired
On 21 Nov 2022
Mileage
235,740 mi
At MOT on 22 Nov 2021
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
12,816 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS57 FYR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
3 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
22 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS57 FYR was last recorded at 235,740 miles on 22 Nov 2021, 947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
234,793 miles · 20 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
947 miles
Average per year
12,816 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 235,740 miles
  • 2020 – 234,793 miles
  • 2019 – 219,515 miles
  • 2018 – 195,251 miles
  • 2017 – 177,477 miles
  • 2015 – 158,026 miles
  • 2014 – 148,621 miles
  • 2013 – 140,455 miles
  • 2012 – 118,478 miles
  • 2011 – 102,059 miles
  • 2010 – 94,298 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass235,740 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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, sill and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

14 tests since 9 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass235,740 miles (+947)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    235,740 miles
    Test number
    540934984286
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Pass234,793 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    234,793 miles
    Test number
    253727519982
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Fail234,793 miles (+15,278)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,793 miles
    Test number
    386190731820
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass219,515 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    219,515 miles
    Test number
    490487681364
    • AdvisoryEngine, sill and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail219,515 miles (+24,264)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,515 miles
    Test number
    699020465627
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine, sill and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass195,251 miles (+17,774)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    195,251 miles
    Test number
    746664810761
    • AdvisoryEngine covers/Under-trays fitted
  7. Pass177,477 miles (+19,451)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    177,477 miles
    Test number
    266282131915
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle
  8. Pass158,026 miles (+9,405)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    158,026 miles
    Test number
    940470765806
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted engine cover fitted
  9. Pass148,621 miles (+8,166)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    148,621 miles
    Test number
    538247944305
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  10. Pass140,455 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    140,455 miles
    Test number
    665098843302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail140,455 miles (+21,977)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,455 miles
    Test number
    465088543498
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass118,478 miles (+16,419)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    118,478 miles
    Test number
    569269132328
    • 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)
  13. Pass102,059 miles (+7,761)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    102,059 miles
    Test number
    237157421334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass94,298 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    94,298 miles
    Test number
    411653110345
    • 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)

Questions about LS57 FYR

Does LS57 FYR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS57 FYR expired on 21 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS57 FYR?
The MOT on LS57 FYR expired on 21 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS57 FYR done?
LS57 FYR was recorded at 235,740 miles at its MOT on 22 Nov 2021, an average of 12,816 miles a year.
Has LS57 FYR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS57 FYR has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Oct 2020.
Has the mileage on LS57 FYR 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 LS57 FYR find?
LS57 FYR passed its latest MOT on 22 Nov 2021 with 4 advisories: exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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