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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

944 RSMOT history

944 RS is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Mar 2007. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 48,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

944 RS grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
48,548 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
2,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
944 RS
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
29 Mar 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

944 RS was last recorded at 48,548 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 1,547 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,001 miles · 22 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,547 miles
Average per year
2,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 48,548 miles
  • 2025 – 47,001 miles
  • 2024 – 45,047 miles
  • 2023 – 43,589 miles
  • 2022 – 41,849 miles
  • 2021 – 40,091 miles
  • 2019 – 38,034 miles
  • 2018 – 35,836 miles
  • 2017 – 33,561 miles
  • 2016 – 30,773 miles
  • 2015 – 28,528 miles
  • 2014 – 25,887 miles
  • 2013 – 23,492 miles
  • 2012 – 19,215 miles
  • 2011 – 15,147 miles
  • 2010 – 10,709 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass48,548 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Advice n/s rear tyre has cut on outer sidewall

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 28 Jun 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass48,548 miles (+1,547)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    48,548 miles
    Test number
    475290215137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass47,001 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    47,001 miles
    Test number
    511705031065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass45,047 miles (+1,458)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    45,047 miles
    Test number
    505128022621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass43,589 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    43,589 miles
    Test number
    636101924413
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases between dpf and mid section. dpf in very poor condition (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust silencer slightly loose dpf bracket loose (8.1.1 (b) (i))

  5. Fail43,586 miles (+1,737)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,586 miles
    Test number
    559054200475
    • MajorExhaust particulate filter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))

  6. Pass41,849 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    41,849 miles
    Test number
    234799789998

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass40,091 miles (+2,057)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    40,091 miles
    Test number
    502543213784
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass38,034 miles (+2,198)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    38,034 miles
    Test number
    942467220965
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s and o/s front tyres has cut on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s and o/s rear tyres has cut on outer sidewall

  9. Pass35,836 miles (+2,275)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    35,836 miles
    Test number
    459240446370
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s front and rear tyres has cut on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryAdvice o/s front tyre has small cut on outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryAdvice o/s parking brake effort just met may need repair or adjustment

  10. Pass33,561 miles (+2,788)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    33,561 miles
    Test number
    916684580319
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s rear tyre has cut on outer sidewall

  11. Pass30,773 miles (+2,245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    30,773 miles
    Test number
    149168351552
    • AdvisoryAdvice n/s rear tyre has cut on outer sidewall

  12. Pass28,528 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    28,528 miles
    Test number
    629086395123
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail28,528 miles (+2,641)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,528 miles
    Test number
    366196895184
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass25,887 miles (+2,395)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,887 miles
    Test number
    598616374117
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracked low on tread outside edge
    • NoteRear tyres slight cracking and side wall cuts

  15. Pass23,492 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    23,492 miles
    Test number
    457109893125
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail23,492 miles (+4,277)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,492 miles
    Test number
    369337593136
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass19,215 miles (+4,068)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    19,215 miles
    Test number
    325433692184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass15,147 miles (+4,438)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    15,147 miles
    Test number
    315611481118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass10,709 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    10,709 miles
    Test number
    254100080499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail10,708 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    10,708 miles
    Test number
    132629770102
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Questions about 944 RS

What vehicle is registration 944 RS currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 944 RS on a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Mar 2007. 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 944 RS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 944 RS is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on 944 RS?
The MOT on 944 RS is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 944 RS done?
944 RS was recorded at 48,548 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 2,427 miles a year.
Has 944 RS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 944 RS has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on 944 RS 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 944 RS find?
944 RS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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