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When is the MOT due for DV53 LCM?

The MOT for DV53 LCM is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 June 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of DV53 LCM?

The recorded mileage for DV53 LCM is 225,740 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is DV53 LCM ULEZ compliant?

No, DV53 LCM does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2003 BMW 520 2.2L Petrol · DV53 LCM

DV53 LCM

2003 BMW 520 (2.2L, petrol). First registered 21/11/2003. Recorded mileage 225,740 miles. MOT valid until 05/06/2027.

Make & Model: BMW 520
Year / Origin: 2003 · Shrewsbury
MOT Status: Valid until 05/06/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 225,740 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.2L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 225,740 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 2171cc

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DV53 LCM Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 05/06/2026
225,740 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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DV53 LCM Mileage History

01/06/2024211,995 mi
30/05/2025218,783 mi+6,788 mi
30/05/2025218,783 mi
05/06/2026225,740 mi+6,957 mi
05/06/2026225,740 mi

Average of roughly 6,837 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

DV53 LCM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 07:01

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW 520 (DV53 LCM) between June 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 05 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (5 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))”; “Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))”.

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