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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 EWAMOT history

LS59 EWA is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 25 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 94,298 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2023.

LS59 EWA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 16 Mar 2024
Mileage
94,298 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2023
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,611 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 EWA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
25 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 EWA was last recorded at 94,298 miles on 17 Mar 2023, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,290 miles · 16 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
6,611 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 94,298 miles
  • 2021 – 84,097 miles
  • 2020 – 80,767 miles
  • 2019 – 77,418 miles
  • 2018 – 75,715 miles
  • 2017 – 74,379 miles
  • 2016 – 72,248 miles
  • 2015 – 59,186 miles
  • 2014 – 44,794 miles
  • 2013 – 31,516 miles
  • 2012 – 24,717 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,298 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCentral vehicle covers and under trays covering some componentsRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 6 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,298 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    94,298 miles
    Test number
    840257433642
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral vehicle covers and under trays covering some components

  2. Fail94,290 miles (+10,193)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,290 miles
    Test number
    555302221980
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral vehicle covers and under trays covering some components

  3. Pass84,097 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    84,097 miles
    Test number
    344152617528
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  4. Fail84,093 miles (+3,326)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,093 miles
    Test number
    939070540579
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 245/40/18 y rft (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel long

  5. Pass80,767 miles (+3,349)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    80,767 miles
    Test number
    697890676727
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass77,418 miles (+1,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    77,418 miles
    Test number
    944974620193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass75,715 miles (+1,336)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,715 miles
    Test number
    388425363817
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark rake travel high

  8. Pass74,379 miles (+2,131)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    74,379 miles
    Test number
    237628210777
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs are worn and the pads appear 2/3 worn

  9. Pass72,248 miles (+13,062)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    72,248 miles
    Test number
    705445906976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass59,186 miles (+14,392)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    59,186 miles
    Test number
    111941562705
    • AdvisoryTrigger point not met

  11. Pass44,794 miles (+10,738)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    44,794 miles
    Test number
    799292304304
    • NoteTested wet
    • NoteTrigger point not met

  12. Pass34,056 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,056 miles
    Test number
    467259764086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass31,516 miles (+6,799)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    31,516 miles
    Test number
    657296763289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass24,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    24,717 miles
    Test number
    196600652250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail24,717 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,717 miles
    Test number
    767950552279
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LS59 EWA

Does LS59 EWA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 EWA expired on 16 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 EWA?
The MOT on LS59 EWA expired on 16 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 EWA done?
LS59 EWA was recorded at 94,298 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2023, an average of 6,611 miles a year.
Has LS59 EWA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 EWA has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 EWA 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 LS59 EWA find?
LS59 EWA passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2023 with 2 advisories: central front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened; central vehicle covers and under trays covering some components.

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