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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

LX52 VULMOT history

LX52 VUL is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 21 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 6 Oct 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 69,041 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

LX52 VUL silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Oct 2027
Mileage
69,041 mi
At MOT on 29 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,883 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX52 VUL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
21 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX52 VUL was last recorded at 69,041 miles on 29 Sept 2026, 488 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
68,553 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
488 miles
Average per year
2,883 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,041 miles
  • 2025 – 68,553 miles
  • 2024 – 68,070 miles
  • 2023 – 67,520 miles
  • 2022 – 67,073 miles
  • 2021 – 65,311 miles
  • 2020 – 62,190 miles
  • 2019 – 61,038 miles
  • 2018 – 59,529 miles
  • 2017 – 56,387 miles
  • 2016 – 52,678 miles
  • 2015 – 47,488 miles
  • 2014 – 43,481 miles
  • 2013 – 41,093 miles
  • 2012 – 38,478 miles
  • 2011 – 34,873 miles
  • 2010 – 31,820 miles
  • 2009 – 28,084 miles
  • 2008 – 23,687 miles
  • 2007 – 20,207 miles
  • 2006 – 16,089 miles
  • 2005 – 8,312 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,041 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2014

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,041 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    851943165871
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail69,041 miles (+488)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,041 miles
    Test number
    684021687211
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass68,553 miles (+483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    68,553 miles
    Test number
    576945560371
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass68,070 miles (+550)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    68,070 miles
    Test number
    662756969909
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass67,520 miles (+447)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    67,520 miles
    Test number
    112692193253
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Pass67,073 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    67,073 miles
    Test number
    940113714529

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail67,044 miles (+1,733)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,044 miles
    Test number
    426659488848
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  8. Pass65,311 miles (+3,121)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    65,311 miles
    Test number
    783259610883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass62,190 miles (+1,152)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    62,190 miles
    Test number
    304393176347
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass61,038 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    476064021189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail61,038 miles (+1,509)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,038 miles
    Test number
    656841661447
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Pass59,529 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    59,529 miles
    Test number
    525988107180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail59,529 miles (+3,142)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,529 miles
    Test number
    800333175734
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limits (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass56,387 miles (+3,709)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    980405823122
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass52,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    52,678 miles
    Test number
    672792609008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail52,678 miles (+5,190)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,678 miles
    Test number
    968322678223
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  17. Pass47,488 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    47,488 miles
    Test number
    810103517891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,481 miles (+2,388)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,481 miles
    Test number
    337675674264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges,perished and cracked

  19. Pass41,093 miles (+2,615)8 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    41,093 miles
    Test number
    108103753219
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Pass38,478 miles (+3,605)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,478 miles
    Test number
    395595852210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,873 miles (+3,053)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    34,873 miles
    Test number
    276159941260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass31,820 miles (+3,736)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    31,820 miles
    Test number
    743708870260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass28,084 miles (+4,397)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    28,084 miles
    Test number
    440088969280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,687 miles (+3,480)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,687 miles
    Test number
    642891168252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass20,207 miles (+4,118)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,207 miles
    Test number
    252020767205
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Pass16,089 miles (+7,777)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,089 miles
    Test number
    440343466286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass8,312 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    8,312 miles
    Test number
    271218145212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX52 VUL

Does LX52 VUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX52 VUL is valid until 6 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX52 VUL?
The MOT on LX52 VUL is valid until 6 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX52 VUL done?
LX52 VUL was recorded at 69,041 miles at its MOT on 29 Sept 2026, an average of 2,883 miles a year.
Has LX52 VUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX52 VUL has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LX52 VUL 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 LX52 VUL find?
LX52 VUL passed its latest MOT on 29 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output, and 2 more.

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