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BMW 520

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

LT09 DFNMOT history

LT09 DFN is a blue diesel BMW 520 first used on 23 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 166,544 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
166,544 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,361 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT09 DFN
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT09 DFN was last recorded at 166,544 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 2,501 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
164,043 miles · 11 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,501 miles
Average per year
7,361 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 166,544 miles
  • 2024 – 164,043 miles
  • 2023 – 162,619 miles
  • 2022 – 155,127 miles
  • 2021 – 138,855 miles
  • 2020 – 129,881 miles
  • 2019 – 120,060 miles
  • 2018 – 115,981 miles
  • 2017 – 107,351 miles
  • 2016 – 98,630 miles
  • 2015 – 91,285 miles
  • 2014 – 82,950 miles
  • 2013 – 74,972 miles
  • 2012 – 67,170 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,544 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,544 miles (+2,501)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    166,544 miles
    Test number
    929147122731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass164,043 miles (+1,424)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    164,043 miles
    Test number
    159498275008
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass162,619 miles (+7,492)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    162,619 miles
    Test number
    284313674385
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass155,127 miles (+16,272)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    155,127 miles
    Test number
    724773102542
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  5. Pass138,855 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    138,855 miles
    Test number
    126117856861
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  6. Fail138,855 miles (+8,974)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,855 miles
    Test number
    322227095808
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass129,881 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    129,881 miles
    Test number
    564438519566

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail129,758 miles (+9,698)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,758 miles
    Test number
    788552366581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass120,060 miles (+4,079)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    120,060 miles
    Test number
    360552854482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,981 miles (+8,630)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    115,981 miles
    Test number
    690292716570

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,351 miles (+8,721)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,351 miles
    Test number
    454461146867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,630 miles (+7,345)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    98,630 miles
    Test number
    757947793624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass91,285 miles (+8,335)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,285 miles
    Test number
    668399915145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,950 miles
    Test number
    288823734142
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail82,950 miles (+7,978)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,950 miles
    Test number
    297652934184
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass74,972 miles (+7,802)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    74,972 miles
    Test number
    366700633192
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail67,170 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,170 miles
    Test number
    366405532127
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass67,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2013
    Odometer
    67,170 miles
    Test number
    875685532151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LT09 DFN

Does LT09 DFN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT09 DFN is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LT09 DFN?
The MOT on LT09 DFN is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT09 DFN done?
LT09 DFN was recorded at 166,544 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 7,361 miles a year.
Has LT09 DFN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT09 DFN has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on LT09 DFN 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 LT09 DFN find?
LT09 DFN passed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 4 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm, and 1 more.

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