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BMW 520

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

LS61 UARMOT history

LS61 UAR is a white diesel BMW 520 first used on 27 Sept 2011. Its MOT is valid until 25 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 127,445 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 May 2026.

LS61 UAR white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 May 2027
Mileage
127,445 mi
At MOT on 26 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,769 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS61 UAR
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Sept 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 May 2027
Latest MOT test
26 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS61 UAR was last recorded at 127,445 miles on 26 May 2026, 8,066 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,379 miles · 23 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,066 miles
Average per year
8,769 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,445 miles
  • 2025 – 119,379 miles
  • 2024 – 109,543 miles
  • 2023 – 98,178 miles
  • 2022 – 91,397 miles
  • 2021 – 86,078 miles
  • 2020 – 81,214 miles
  • 2019 – 72,833 miles
  • 2018 – 62,506 miles
  • 2017 – 53,356 miles
  • 2016 – 42,255 miles
  • 2015 – 30,931 miles
  • 2014 – 20,772 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,445 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 chip

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

17 tests since 27 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,445 miles (+8,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2027
    Odometer
    127,445 miles
    Test number
    172144517471
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass119,379 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2026
    Odometer
    119,379 miles
    Test number
    319926756109
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail119,377 miles (+9,834)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,377 miles
    Test number
    469092106496
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass109,543 miles (+11,365)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2025
    Odometer
    109,543 miles
    Test number
    783167984184
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass98,178 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2024
    Odometer
    98,178 miles
    Test number
    460379972036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass91,397 miles (+5,319)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2023
    Odometer
    91,397 miles
    Test number
    109863428821
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Pass86,078 miles (+4,864)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2022
    Odometer
    86,078 miles
    Test number
    258716351572

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2021
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    176270037672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail81,214 miles (+8,381)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,214 miles
    Test number
    415510904597
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass72,833 miles (+10,327)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,833 miles
    Test number
    845710363894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass62,506 miles (+9,150)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    62,506 miles
    Test number
    115435530924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass53,356 miles (+11,101)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    53,356 miles
    Test number
    735028575743

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass42,255 miles (+11,324)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    42,255 miles
    Test number
    979972235878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass30,931 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    30,931 miles
    Test number
    456647595023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail30,924 miles (+10,152)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,924 miles
    Test number
    777117985080
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail20,772 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    849276884060
    • Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions . no result recorded. too clean
    • NoteRear tyres close to wear indicators(3-4mm)

  17. Pass20,772 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    20,772 miles
    Test number
    998086884015
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions . no result recorded. too clean
    • NoteRear tyres close to wear indicators(3-4mm)

Questions about LS61 UAR

Does LS61 UAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS61 UAR is valid until 25 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS61 UAR?
The MOT on LS61 UAR is valid until 25 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS61 UAR done?
LS61 UAR was recorded at 127,445 miles at its MOT on 26 May 2026, an average of 8,769 miles a year.
Has LS61 UAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS61 UAR has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LS61 UAR 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 LS61 UAR find?
LS61 UAR passed its latest MOT on 26 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; oil leak, but not excessive.

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