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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LS59 MHYMOT history

LS59 MHY is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 6 Oct 2009. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2024 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 201,037 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2024
Mileage
201,037 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2023
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,724 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

LS59 MHY was last recorded at 201,037 miles on 17 Oct 2023, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
201,025 miles · 16 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
13,724 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 201,037 miles
  • 2022 – 187,837 miles
  • 2021 – 177,179 miles
  • 2020 – 168,072 miles
  • 2019 – 161,100 miles
  • 2018 – 149,969 miles
  • 2017 – 133,696 miles
  • 2016 – 108,952 miles
  • 2015 – 89,666 miles
  • 2014 – 73,969 miles
  • 2013 – 63,230 miles
  • 2012 – 49,428 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,037 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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Bumper slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 29 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,037 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    201,037 miles
    Test number
    109645192186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail201,025 miles (+13,188)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,025 miles
    Test number
    702274261793
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  3. Pass187,837 miles (+10,658)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    187,837 miles
    Test number
    493193146965

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass177,179 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    177,179 miles
    Test number
    532067003286
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail177,174 miles (+9,102)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,174 miles
    Test number
    866743759441
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass168,072 miles (+6,972)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    168,072 miles
    Test number
    226170686178
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass161,100 miles (+11,131)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    161,100 miles
    Test number
    247504347750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass149,969 miles (+16,273)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    149,969 miles
    Test number
    377495221318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass133,696 miles (+24,744)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    133,696 miles
    Test number
    642826315434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass108,952 miles (+19,286)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    108,952 miles
    Test number
    451000324148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,666 miles (+15,697)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,666 miles
    Test number
    310424213527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass73,969 miles (+10,739)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,969 miles
    Test number
    505802474289
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Pass63,230 miles (+13,802)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    63,230 miles
    Test number
    188616663210
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
  14. Pass49,428 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    49,428 miles
    Test number
    657463472279
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about LS59 MHY

Does LS59 MHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS59 MHY expired on 16 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS59 MHY?
The MOT on LS59 MHY expired on 16 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS59 MHY done?
LS59 MHY was recorded at 201,037 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2023, an average of 13,724 miles a year.
Has LS59 MHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS59 MHY has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LS59 MHY 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 MHY find?
LS59 MHY passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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