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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 1,995 cc

LX57 CVVMOT history

LX57 CVV is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 20 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 1 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 273,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LX57 CVV black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Jan 2027
Mileage
273,243 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
15,063 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX57 CVV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
20 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX57 CVV was last recorded at 273,243 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 23,388 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
249,855 miles · 17 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
23,388 miles
Average per year
15,063 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 273,243 miles
  • 2024 – 249,855 miles
  • 2023 – 225,607 miles
  • 2022 – 203,679 miles
  • 2021 – 182,407 miles
  • 2020 – 162,889 miles
  • 2019 – 142,242 miles
  • 2018 – 119,310 miles
  • 2016 – 86,793 miles
  • 2015 – 80,175 miles
  • 2014 – 69,170 miles
  • 2013 – 59,813 miles
  • 2011 – 56,821 miles
  • 2010 – 41,142 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass273,243 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2016–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass273,243 miles (+23,388)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    273,243 miles
    Test number
    872549882849

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass249,855 miles (+24,248)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    249,855 miles
    Test number
    770996271640
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass225,607 miles (+21,928)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    225,607 miles
    Test number
    509180899522
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  4. Pass203,679 miles (+21,272)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,679 miles
    Test number
    775018689018
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  5. Pass182,407 miles (+19,518)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    182,407 miles
    Test number
    168151262318
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  6. Pass162,889 miles (+20,647)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    162,889 miles
    Test number
    758207626140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  7. Pass142,242 miles (+22,932)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    142,242 miles
    Test number
    859214426212
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  8. Pass119,310 miles (+24,416)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    119,310 miles
    Test number
    573935142645
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
    • AdvisoryWheel nuts not fully checked due to covers fitted
  9. Pass94,894 miles (+8,101)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    94,894 miles
    Test number
    383762008232
    • AdvisorySill ..underbody & engine covers fitted not allowing afull inspection
  10. Pass86,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    86,793 miles
    Test number
    827957739487
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  11. Fail86,793 miles (+6,618)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,793 miles
    Test number
    823417645569
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine and under side areas not fully checked due to covers fitted
  12. Pass80,175 miles (+11,005)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,175 miles
    Test number
    250449001809

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail69,170 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,170 miles
    Test number
    509567434335
    • Repaired at testDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass69,170 miles (+9,357)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    69,170 miles
    Test number
    875047034363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,813 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    378262513270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail59,813 miles (+2,992)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,813 miles
    Test number
    679481213238
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass56,821 miles (+15,679)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,821 miles
    Test number
    575774891122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass41,142 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,142 miles
    Test number
    251537090121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX57 CVV

Does LX57 CVV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX57 CVV is valid until 1 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX57 CVV?
The MOT on LX57 CVV is valid until 1 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX57 CVV done?
LX57 CVV was recorded at 273,243 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 15,063 miles a year.
Has LX57 CVV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX57 CVV has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Nov 2016.
Has the mileage on LX57 CVV 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 LX57 CVV find?
LX57 CVV passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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