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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S30 LUTMOT history

S30 LUT is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 5 Feb 2008. Its MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025 and it has passed 9 of 15 MOT tests, with 309,332 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2024.

S30 LUT grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 11 Sept 2025
Mileage
309,332 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2024
MOT tests
15
9 passed · 6 failed
Per year
13,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S30 LUT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
5 Feb 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S30 LUT was last recorded at 309,332 miles on 10 Sept 2024, 9 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
309,323 miles · 9 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9 miles
Average per year
13,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 309,332 miles
  • 2023 – 298,862 miles
  • 2022 – 288,190 miles
  • 2021 – 277,462 miles
  • 2015 – 265,886 miles
  • 2014 – 255,888 miles
  • 2013 – 207,937 miles
  • 2012 – 164,108 miles
  • 2011 – 122,652 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass309,332 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

15 tests since 29 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass309,332 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    309,332 miles
    Test number
    564177655367
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail309,323 miles (+10,461)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    309,323 miles
    Test number
    125999774403
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 245/35R19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass298,862 miles (+1,057)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    298,862 miles
    Test number
    702476084707
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail297,805 miles (+9,615)1 dangerous4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    297,805 miles
    Test number
    896452609533
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass288,190 miles (+160)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    288,190 miles
    Test number
    602429429554
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear reflectors tinted

  6. Fail288,030 miles (+10,568)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    288,030 miles
    Test number
    725373127368
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit 0.53 (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear reflectors tinted

  7. Pass277,462 miles (+11,576)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    277,462 miles
    Test number
    457534947965
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass265,886 miles (+9,998)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    265,886 miles
    Test number
    287998045097
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass255,888 miles (+3)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    255,888 miles
    Test number
    797410954006
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail255,885 miles (+47,948)5 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,885 miles
    Test number
    206414534032
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteN/s/r inner brake pad getting low.

  11. Fail207,937 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,937 miles
    Test number
    236799423069
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  12. Pass207,937 miles (+43,829)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    207,937 miles
    Test number
    459569823025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass164,108 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    164,108 miles
    Test number
    208610732052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail164,108 miles (+41,456)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,108 miles
    Test number
    687140032003
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass122,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    122,652 miles
    Test number
    129989521097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S30 LUT

Does S30 LUT currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S30 LUT expired on 11 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S30 LUT?
The MOT on S30 LUT expired on 11 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S30 LUT done?
S30 LUT was recorded at 309,332 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2024, an average of 13,711 miles a year.
Has S30 LUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S30 LUT has failed 6 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S30 LUT 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 S30 LUT find?
S30 LUT passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front inner stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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