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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 1,995 cc

LT06 MDXMOT history

LT06 MDX is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Jun 2006. Its MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025 and it has passed 14 of 24 MOT tests, with 228,826 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Jul 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 30 Jul 2025
Mileage
228,826 mi
At MOT on 31 Jul 2024
MOT tests
24
14 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,575 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT06 MDX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
14 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
31 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT06 MDX was last recorded at 228,826 miles on 31 Jul 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
228,826 miles · 29 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,575 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 228,826 miles
  • 2023 – 225,281 miles
  • 2022 – 218,611 miles
  • 2021 – 212,992 miles
  • 2019 – 201,430 miles
  • 2018 – 193,024 miles
  • 2017 – 192,786 miles
  • 2016 – 191,736 miles
  • 2015 – 189,967 miles
  • 2014 – 188,798 miles
  • 2013 – 178,820 miles
  • 2011 – 165,705 miles
  • 2010 – 149,975 miles
  • 2009 – 113,832 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass228,826 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm - tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sidesRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides - Lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • TPMS light on

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in places

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Deterioration/damage to front number plate

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Engine oil level low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s) close to limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass228,826 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    228,826 miles
    Test number
    483428192269
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm - tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides - Lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail228,826 miles (+95)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,826 miles
    Test number
    909442546768
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high Adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm - tread worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm - inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both sides
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides - Lower arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail228,731 miles (+3,450)4 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,731 miles
    Test number
    284156435491
    • MajorDrag link end ball joint has excessive play nearside and offside inner steering rack joints (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect nearside and offside (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps nearside and offside (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective nearside and offside (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDeterioration/damage to front number plate
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to front and rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySome wear to nearside rear tyre
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to wheels

  4. Pass225,281 miles (+6,670)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    225,281 miles
    Test number
    838610802068
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) nearside and offside close to limit
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes coated/undertrays fitted restricting inspection
    • AdvisoryDeterioration to nearside and offside headlamp lenses
    • AdvisoryDeterioration/damage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryWelding repairs to nearside and offside rear wheels

  5. Pass218,611 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    218,611 miles
    Test number
    588128532639
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) close to limit
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to nearside and offside headlamp lenses
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs to nearside and offside rear wheels

  6. Fail218,611 miles (+5,619)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    218,611 miles
    Test number
    958370869539
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) close to limit
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to rear brake discs
    • AdvisorySome deterioration to nearside and offside headlamp lenses
    • AdvisoryWeld repairs to nearside and offside rear wheels

  7. Pass212,992 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    212,992 miles
    Test number
    581182988154
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing thin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has a weld repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryDamage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear brakes have some wear
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection of components

  8. Fail212,992 miles (+11,562)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,992 miles
    Test number
    855508347757
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing thin
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has a weld repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryDamage to front number plate
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads wearing thin
    • AdvisoryRear brakes have some wear
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted restricting inspection of components

  9. Pass201,430 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    201,430 miles
    Test number
    309075431626
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undertrays fitted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads have some wear
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs have some wear

  10. Fail201,430 miles (+8,406)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,430 miles
    Test number
    203239957820
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material undertrays fitted (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs and pads have some wear
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs have some wear
    • AdvisoryTPMS light on
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level very low

  11. Pass193,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    193,024 miles
    Test number
    990896909539
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail193,024 miles (+238)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,024 miles
    Test number
    664345358770
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass192,786 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    192,786 miles
    Test number
    537674477163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVery slight play at o/s/f wheel

  14. Fail192,781 miles (+1,045)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    192,781 miles
    Test number
    776336562506
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced both (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both sides (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVery slight play at o/s/f wheel

  15. Pass191,736 miles (+93)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    191,736 miles
    Test number
    318518537281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail191,643 miles (+1,676)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,643 miles
    Test number
    163982229110
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass189,967 miles (+1,169)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    189,967 miles
    Test number
    475817655015
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass188,798 miles (+9,978)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    188,798 miles
    Test number
    798477634089
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped.

  19. Pass178,820 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    178,820 miles
    Test number
    759897033050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail178,816 miles (+13,111)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,816 miles
    Test number
    237505033060
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass165,705 miles (+26)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    165,705 miles
    Test number
    487891001499
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Fail165,679 miles (+15,704)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,679 miles
    Test number
    207619191217
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass149,975 miles (+36,143)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    149,975 miles
    Test number
    370335350113
    • NoteBoth front brake discs lipped and becoming thin and front brake pads becoming worn

  24. Pass113,832 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    113,832 miles
    Test number
    784686349195
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LT06 MDX

Does LT06 MDX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LT06 MDX expired on 30 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LT06 MDX?
The MOT on LT06 MDX expired on 30 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LT06 MDX done?
LT06 MDX was recorded at 228,826 miles at its MOT on 31 Jul 2024, an average of 7,575 miles a year.
Has LT06 MDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT06 MDX has failed 10 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LT06 MDX 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 MDX find?
LT06 MDX passed its latest MOT on 31 Jul 2024 with 7 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3.0 mm - tread worn on inner edge; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm - inner bush, and 4 more.

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