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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1999 · 1,991 cc

T296 LGTMOT history

T296 LGT is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 29 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 134,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 5 Oct 2027
Mileage
134,073 mi
At MOT on 23 Sept 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,601 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 LGT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
29 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T296 LGT was last recorded at 134,073 miles on 23 Sept 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,067 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
4,601 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,073 miles
  • 2025 – 128,156 miles
  • 2024 – 116,975 miles
  • 2023 – 114,927 miles
  • 2022 – 112,875 miles
  • 2021 – 110,993 miles
  • 2020 – 109,170 miles
  • 2019 – 106,345 miles
  • 2018 – 101,818 miles
  • 2017 – 97,161 miles
  • 2016 – 93,277 miles
  • 2015 – 89,466 miles
  • 2014 – 86,078 miles
  • 2013 – 82,002 miles
  • 2012 – 73,976 miles
  • 2011 – 69,044 miles
  • 2010 – 64,812 miles
  • 2009 – 58,771 miles
  • 2008 – 51,388 miles
  • 2007 – 46,176 miles
  • 2006 – 41,759 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,073 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most of pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

29 tests since 30 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,073 miles (+6)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    134,073 miles
    Test number
    867802653883
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most of pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail134,067 miles (+5,911)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,067 miles
    Test number
    455045975707
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most of pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass128,156 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    128,156 miles
    Test number
    998293087573
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front and rear all 4 pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail128,150 miles (+11,175)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,150 miles
    Test number
    630566917243
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/s and o/s front and rear all 4 pipes corroded. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass116,975 miles (+2,048)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    116,975 miles
    Test number
    321796968809
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure at rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass114,927 miles (+2,052)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    114,927 miles
    Test number
    731916180187
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear, at rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Coolant (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass112,875 miles (+1,882)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    112,875 miles
    Test number
    296518220324
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,993 miles (+1,823)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    110,993 miles
    Test number
    410934224018
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    629880432440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,170 miles (+2,825)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,170 miles
    Test number
    754150344043
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorPower steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  11. Pass106,345 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    510760289268
    • 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))

  12. Fail106,345 miles (+4,527)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,345 miles
    Test number
    393632704506
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • 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))

  13. Pass101,818 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    101,818 miles
    Test number
    165003237573
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail101,818 miles (+4,657)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,818 miles
    Test number
    490311547833
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass97,161 miles (+3,884)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    97,161 miles
    Test number
    428644584780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass93,277 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    93,277 miles
    Test number
    997894405661
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush and lower (2.4.G.2)

  17. Fail93,276 miles (+3,810)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,276 miles
    Test number
    775039984406
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush and lower (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass89,466 miles (+3)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    89,466 miles
    Test number
    634791115289
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on es-dges.

  19. Fail89,463 miles (+3,385)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,463 miles
    Test number
    888912819943
    • FailureNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded.
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre wearing on edges.
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre worn on es-dges.

  20. Pass86,078 miles (+4,076)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    86,078 miles
    Test number
    309806964269
    • NoteAll tyres wearing on edges
    • NoteNs headlamp full of water

  21. Pass82,002 miles (+8,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    82,002 miles
    Test number
    878519663296
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass73,976 miles (+4,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    73,976 miles
    Test number
    269802672279
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  23. Pass69,044 miles (+4,232)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    69,044 miles
    Test number
    369559961274
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  24. Pass64,812 miles (+6,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    64,812 miles
    Test number
    280284780223
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  25. Pass58,771 miles (+7,383)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    58,771 miles
    Test number
    470121279272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass51,388 miles (+5,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    51,388 miles
    Test number
    910283068236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass46,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    46,176 miles
    Test number
    191573147204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail46,076 miles (+4,317)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,076 miles
    Test number
    380963447255
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

  29. Pass41,759 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,759 miles
    Test number
    391242246410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T296 LGT

Does T296 LGT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T296 LGT is valid until 5 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on T296 LGT?
The MOT on T296 LGT is valid until 5 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T296 LGT done?
T296 LGT was recorded at 134,073 miles at its MOT on 23 Sept 2026, an average of 4,601 miles a year.
Has T296 LGT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 LGT has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T296 LGT 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 T296 LGT find?
T296 LGT passed its latest MOT on 23 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material most of pipes corroded; front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed, and 1 more.

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