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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 LHWMOT history

LS59 LHW is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 6 Nov 2009. Its MOT is valid until 12 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 151,334 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LS59 LHW black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Dec 2026
Mileage
151,334 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS59 LHW
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
6 Nov 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS59 LHW was last recorded at 151,334 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 6,840 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,494 miles · 12 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,840 miles
Average per year
9,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,334 miles
  • 2024 – 144,494 miles
  • 2023 – 136,226 miles
  • 2022 – 128,535 miles
  • 2021 – 120,737 miles
  • 2020 – 114,422 miles
  • 2019 – 109,543 miles
  • 2018 – 98,946 miles
  • 2017 – 89,365 miles
  • 2016 – 78,115 miles
  • 2015 – 61,905 miles
  • 2014 – 43,862 miles
  • 2013 – 30,612 miles
  • 2012 – 18,340 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,334 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 12 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,334 miles (+6,840)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    151,334 miles
    Test number
    184772938771

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,494 miles (+8,268)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    144,494 miles
    Test number
    425954775589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass136,226 miles (+7,691)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    136,226 miles
    Test number
    406445165184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass128,535 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    128,535 miles
    Test number
    430696913717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail128,534 miles (+7,797)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,534 miles
    Test number
    928424100284
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass120,737 miles (+6,315)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    120,737 miles
    Test number
    499748168026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass114,422 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    114,422 miles
    Test number
    187142708233
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail114,422 miles (+4,879)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,422 miles
    Test number
    341538485078
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass109,543 miles (+10,597)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,543 miles
    Test number
    582039923791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,946 miles (+9,581)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    98,946 miles
    Test number
    246730295576
    • 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))

  11. Pass89,365 miles (+11,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    89,365 miles
    Test number
    886798900971
    • AdvisoryStone damage lower part of screen

  12. Pass78,115 miles (+16,210)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    78,115 miles
    Test number
    940836924304
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  13. Pass61,905 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    61,905 miles
    Test number
    366299926745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail61,905 miles (+5,965)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,905 miles
    Test number
    889195422260
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass55,940 miles (+12,078)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    55,940 miles
    Test number
    476578005033
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  16. Pass43,862 miles (+13,250)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    43,862 miles
    Test number
    186788904089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass30,612 miles (+12,272)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    30,612 miles
    Test number
    186100013055
    • NoteFront tyres kerb beads cut

  18. Pass18,340 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    18,340 miles
    Test number
    387332812076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS59 LHW

Does LS59 LHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS59 LHW is valid until 12 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS59 LHW?
The MOT on LS59 LHW is valid until 12 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS59 LHW done?
LS59 LHW was recorded at 151,334 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 9,557 miles a year.
Has LS59 LHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 LHW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LS59 LHW 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 LHW find?
LS59 LHW passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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