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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

LT12 VWJMOT history

LT12 VWJ is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 12 of 17 MOT tests, with 84,748 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LT12 VWJ black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
84,748 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
12 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LT12 VWJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LT12 VWJ was last recorded at 84,748 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 2,865 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,883 miles · 8 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,865 miles
Average per year
4,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 84,748 miles
  • 2025 – 81,883 miles
  • 2024 – 76,294 miles
  • 2023 – 69,631 miles
  • 2022 – 68,324 miles
  • 2021 – 67,857 miles
  • 2020 – 67,049 miles
  • 2019 – 65,799 miles
  • 2018 – 63,135 miles
  • 2017 – 53,109 miles
  • 2016 – 43,976 miles
  • 2015 – 35,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass84,748 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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 Brake pad sensor wire rubbing on wheel

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Jan 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass84,748 miles (+2,865)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    84,748 miles
    Test number
    995851439609
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass81,883 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    81,883 miles
    Test number
    996410332540
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail81,883 miles (+5,589)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,883 miles
    Test number
    556732197658
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass76,294 miles (+6,663)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    76,294 miles
    Test number
    662893602174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass69,631 miles (+8)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    69,631 miles
    Test number
    812503325830
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor wire rubbing on wheel

  6. Fail69,623 miles (+1,299)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,623 miles
    Test number
    671627184341
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Nearside and offside - (dial on dash) (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad sensor wire rubbing on wheel

  7. Pass68,324 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    68,324 miles
    Test number
    417291486714
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40r19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40r19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail68,324 miles (+467)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,324 miles
    Test number
    629615682821
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40r19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 245/40r19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass67,857 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    67,857 miles
    Test number
    747681405400
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail67,857 miles (+808)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,857 miles
    Test number
    967513948158
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 275/35/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass67,049 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    67,049 miles
    Test number
    440337955648
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail67,049 miles (+1,250)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,049 miles
    Test number
    584617793105
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bothsides (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass65,799 miles (+2,664)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    65,799 miles
    Test number
    319481500568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,135 miles (+10,026)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,135 miles
    Test number
    605495423590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass53,109 miles (+9,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    53,109 miles
    Test number
    813589890049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre tread starting to crake
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass43,976 miles (+8,903)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,976 miles
    Test number
    860354070973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,073 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    35,073 miles
    Test number
    125463825062
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 LT12 VWJ

Does LT12 VWJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LT12 VWJ is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LT12 VWJ?
The MOT on LT12 VWJ is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LT12 VWJ done?
LT12 VWJ was recorded at 84,748 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 4,439 miles a year.
Has LT12 VWJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LT12 VWJ has failed 5 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on LT12 VWJ 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 LT12 VWJ find?
LT12 VWJ passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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