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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LT06 MBVMOT history

LT06 MBV is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 10 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 199,622 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2024.

LT06 MBV blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2025
Mileage
199,622 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,717 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT06 MBV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
10 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT06 MBV was last recorded at 199,622 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 8,713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
190,909 miles · 2 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
8,713 miles
Average per year
8,717 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 199,622 miles
  • 2023 – 190,909 miles
  • 2021 – 177,680 miles
  • 2020 – 163,158 miles
  • 2018 – 149,738 miles
  • 2017 – 139,021 miles
  • 2016 – 127,210 miles
  • 2015 – 120,946 miles
  • 2014 – 115,064 miles
  • 2013 – 102,284 miles
  • 2012 – 94,933 miles
  • 2011 – 88,427 miles
  • 2010 – 78,696 miles
  • 2009 – 68,294 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass199,622 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension airbag slightly perished
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm front balljoint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 9 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass199,622 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    199,622 miles
    Test number
    307461666487
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension airbag slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail199,622 miles (+8,713)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,622 miles
    Test number
    361222774615
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear suspension airbag slightly perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass190,909 miles (+13,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    190,909 miles
    Test number
    234896951805
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass177,680 miles (+14,522)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    177,680 miles
    Test number
    166356951297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass163,158 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    163,158 miles
    Test number
    785198809889
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm front balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail163,158 miles (+13,420)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,158 miles
    Test number
    714571438057
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm front balljoint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass149,738 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,738 miles
    Test number
    849902380548
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Fail149,736 miles (+10,715)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,736 miles
    Test number
    889370361762
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass139,021 miles (+11,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    139,021 miles
    Test number
    870103326211
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass127,210 miles (+6,264)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    127,210 miles
    Test number
    348031349816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass120,946 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    120,946 miles
    Test number
    605282115280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail120,936 miles (+5,872)6 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,936 miles
    Test number
    285211815270
    • FailureCentre Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass115,064 miles (+12,780)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    115,064 miles
    Test number
    547720214262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass102,284 miles (+7,351)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    102,284 miles
    Test number
    888627153008
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass94,933 miles (+6,506)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    94,933 miles
    Test number
    349958162092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass88,427 miles (+9,731)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    88,427 miles
    Test number
    889073161096
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnable to test both rear seat belts due to child seats fitted

  17. Pass78,696 miles (+10,402)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,696 miles
    Test number
    504297960079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  18. Pass68,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    68,294 miles
    Test number
    464758769095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT06 MBV

Does LT06 MBV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT06 MBV expired on 1 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT06 MBV?
The MOT on LT06 MBV expired on 1 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT06 MBV done?
LT06 MBV was recorded at 199,622 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 8,717 miles a year.
Has LT06 MBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT06 MBV has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LT06 MBV 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 LT06 MBV find?
LT06 MBV passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2024 with 3 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front; nearside rear suspension airbag slightly perished; offside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner.

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