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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

530 UHXMOT history

530 UHX is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Its MOT is valid until 2 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 244,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

530 UHX silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 May 2027
Mileage
244,039 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
530 UHX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Nov 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

530 UHX was last recorded at 244,039 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 7,614 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
236,425 miles · 3 May 2025
Between the last two tests
7,614 miles
Average per year
8,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 244,039 miles
  • 2025 – 236,425 miles
  • 2023 – 228,858 miles
  • 2021 – 205,791 miles
  • 2020 – 191,967 miles
  • 2019 – 177,839 miles
  • 2018 – 165,895 miles
  • 2016 – 160,568 miles
  • 2015 – 158,221 miles
  • 2014 – 156,161 miles
  • 2013 – 147,476 miles
  • 2011 – 145,572 miles
  • 2010 – 138,116 miles
  • 2009 – 131,774 miles
  • 2008 – 107,057 miles
  • 2007 – 88,130 miles
  • 2006 – 79,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,039 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,039 miles (+7,614)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2027
    Odometer
    244,039 miles
    Test number
    447848924754
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass236,425 miles2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2026
    Odometer
    236,425 miles
    Test number
    288785343376
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front lower rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel and handbrake efforts low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath vehicle body and on some suspension components
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail236,425 miles (+7,567)2 repaired2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    236,425 miles
    Test number
    354690033678
    • Repaired at testOffside Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective BOTH (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH front lower rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel and handbrake efforts low
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joints
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion underneath vehicle body and on some suspension components
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive BOTH front outer sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass228,858 miles (+11,589)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    228,858 miles
    Test number
    138160606001
    • MinorOffside Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" bush's (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/35 R18 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmell of fuel under bonnet. No obvious leaks
    • AdvisorySub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all 4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass217,269 miles (+11,478)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    217,269 miles
    Test number
    670496385998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass205,791 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    205,791 miles
    Test number
    709173550252
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear and both over rear sub-frame slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre ON legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight leak from exhaust downpipe
  7. Fail205,791 miles (+13,824)2 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,791 miles
    Test number
    938477593335
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear and both over rear sub-frame slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre ON legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre worn inner edge
    • AdvisorySlight leak from exhaust downpipe
  8. Pass191,967 miles (+14,128)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    191,967 miles
    Test number
    616793632858
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipes Corroded.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass177,839 miles (+11,944)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    177,839 miles
    Test number
    723387503329
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass165,895 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    165,895 miles
    Test number
    711522679426
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Fail165,895 miles (+5,327)5 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,895 miles
    Test number
    142689304157
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both front wipers (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass160,568 miles (+1,235)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    160,568 miles
    Test number
    532096507021
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 2.1 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 4 mm and has damage to sidewalls (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 3 mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn to 1.8 mm (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass159,333 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    159,333 miles
    Test number
    583148882364
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disks worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light is on ,on the dash
  14. Fail159,332 miles (+1,111)6 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,332 miles
    Test number
    960368646853
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureIndicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated flexi brake pipe has cords showing (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disks worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light is on ,on the dash
    • AdvisorySuspension warning light is on ,on the dash
  15. Pass158,221 miles (+2,060)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    158,221 miles
    Test number
    986958605077
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront lower suspention bushes worn
  16. Fail156,161 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,161 miles
    Test number
    137899504415
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  17. Pass156,161 miles (+8,685)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    156,161 miles
    Test number
    416929204061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass147,476 miles (+1,904)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    147,476 miles
    Test number
    135651713017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass145,572 miles (+7,456)
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    145,572 miles
    Test number
    429943741456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass138,116 miles (+6,342)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    138,116 miles
    Test number
    163524130371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass131,774 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    422748739387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  22. Fail131,774 miles (+13)12 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,774 miles
    Test number
    563716439343
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  23. Fail131,761 miles (+24,704)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,761 miles
    Test number
    243325589216
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  24. Pass107,057 miles (+18,927)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    107,057 miles
    Test number
    363514188210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  25. Pass88,130 miles (+8,962)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    88,130 miles
    Test number
    380765277232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass79,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    79,168 miles
    Test number
    661225676283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail79,168 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,168 miles
    Test number
    644375876299
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 530 UHX

What vehicle is registration 530 UHX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 530 UHX on a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 1 Nov 2000. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 530 UHX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 530 UHX is valid until 2 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on 530 UHX?
The MOT on 530 UHX is valid until 2 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 530 UHX done?
530 UHX was recorded at 244,039 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 8,422 miles a year.
Has 530 UHX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 530 UHX has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 May 2025.
Has the mileage on 530 UHX 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 530 UHX find?
530 UHX passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, and 1 more.

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