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BMW 520

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S99 LJNMOT history

S99 LJN is a black diesel BMW 520 first used on 14 Sept 2009. Its MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025 and it has passed 12 of 12 MOT tests, with 255,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 23 Aug 2025
Mileage
255,400 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2024
MOT tests
12
12 passed · 0 failed
Per year
18,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S99 LJN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
14 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S99 LJN was last recorded at 255,400 miles on 21 Aug 2024, 21,715 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
233,685 miles · 24 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
21,715 miles
Average per year
18,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 255,400 miles
  • 2023 – 233,685 miles
  • 2022 – 196,839 miles
  • 2021 – 159,841 miles
  • 2019 – 94,528 miles
  • 2018 – 85,292 miles
  • 2017 – 74,024 miles
  • 2016 – 64,466 miles
  • 2015 – 58,126 miles
  • 2014 – 50,745 miles
  • 2013 – 44,198 miles
  • 2012 – 34,934 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass255,400 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear diff leak

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

12 tests since 31 Aug 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass255,400 miles (+21,715)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    255,400 miles
    Test number
    289402801943
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff leak
  2. Pass233,685 miles (+36,846)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    233,685 miles
    Test number
    811186212563
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass196,839 miles (+36,998)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    196,839 miles
    Test number
    819690940297
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BADLY worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Pass159,841 miles (+65,313)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    159,841 miles
    Test number
    446617841166
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass94,528 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,528 miles
    Test number
    752289852013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass85,292 miles (+11,268)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,292 miles
    Test number
    455593175026
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass74,024 miles (+9,558)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    74,024 miles
    Test number
    378354267184
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  8. Pass64,466 miles (+6,340)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    64,466 miles
    Test number
    113195058559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass58,126 miles (+7,381)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    58,126 miles
    Test number
    518079775513

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass50,745 miles (+6,547)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    50,745 miles
    Test number
    615121154288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,198 miles (+9,264)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    44,198 miles
    Test number
    327442143464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass34,934 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    34,934 miles
    Test number
    755564942265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S99 LJN

Does S99 LJN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S99 LJN expired on 23 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S99 LJN?
The MOT on S99 LJN expired on 23 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S99 LJN done?
S99 LJN was recorded at 255,400 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2024, an average of 18,414 miles a year.
Has S99 LJN ever failed its MOT?
No. S99 LJN has passed all 12 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S99 LJN 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 S99 LJN find?
S99 LJN passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear diff leak.

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