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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

B20 RVEMOT history

B20 RVE is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 4 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 13 May 2023 and it has passed 12 of 14 MOT tests, with 122,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 13 May 2023
Mileage
122,003 mi
At MOT on 10 May 2022
MOT tests
14
12 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,491 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 RVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
4 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 May 2023
Latest MOT test
10 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 RVE was last recorded at 122,003 miles on 10 May 2022, 10,229 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,774 miles · 14 May 2021
Between the last two tests
10,229 miles
Average per year
5,491 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 122,003 miles
  • 2021 – 111,774 miles
  • 2020 – 111,683 miles
  • 2017 – 111,430 miles
  • 2016 – 110,806 miles
  • 2014 – 108,673 miles
  • 2013 – 95,035 miles
  • 2012 – 94,360 miles
  • 2011 – 86,357 miles
  • 2010 – 68,309 miles
  • 2009 – 58,307 miles
  • 2008 – 44,109 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,003 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Airbag light on

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

14 tests since 3 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,003 miles (+10,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2023
    Odometer
    122,003 miles
    Test number
    539115179481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  2. Pass111,774 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,774 miles
    Test number
    426486871518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass111,683 miles (+253)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    111,683 miles
    Test number
    722615262348
    • AdvisoryEngine trays & under covers fitted
  4. Pass111,430 miles (+624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    111,430 miles
    Test number
    544281476517
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  5. Pass110,806 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,806 miles
    Test number
    979518817779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail110,804 miles (+2,131)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,804 miles
    Test number
    256108074957
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
  7. Pass108,673 miles (+13,638)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,673 miles
    Test number
    387266524487
    • AdvisoryNearside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  8. Pass95,035 miles (+675)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    95,035 miles
    Test number
    226931273162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass94,360 miles (+8,003)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    94,360 miles
    Test number
    149245762163
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on
    • NoteTpms light on
  10. Pass86,357 miles (+18,048)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    86,357 miles
    Test number
    196112031099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,309 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    68,309 miles
    Test number
    781796830001
    • DangerousAirbag light on
  12. Fail68,309 miles (+10,002)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,309 miles
    Test number
    864945130020
    • DangerousOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousAirbag light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass58,307 miles (+14,198)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,307 miles
    Test number
    833092069020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,109 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,109 miles
    Test number
    514633668020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about B20 RVE

Does B20 RVE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on B20 RVE expired on 13 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on B20 RVE?
The MOT on B20 RVE expired on 13 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has B20 RVE done?
B20 RVE was recorded at 122,003 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2022, an average of 5,491 miles a year.
Has B20 RVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 RVE has failed 2 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 26 May 2016.
Has the mileage on B20 RVE 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 B20 RVE find?
B20 RVE passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2022 with 1 advisory: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil.

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