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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

C5 DWEMOT history

C5 DWE is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 25 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 175,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

C5 DWE grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
175,532 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,248 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 DWE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 DWE was last recorded at 175,532 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 2,556 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
172,976 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2,556 miles
Average per year
8,248 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,532 miles
  • 2024 – 172,976 miles
  • 2023 – 168,060 miles
  • 2022 – 163,072 miles
  • 2021 – 158,540 miles
  • 2020 – 156,832 miles
  • 2019 – 155,831 miles
  • 2018 – 153,700 miles
  • 2017 – 151,064 miles
  • 2016 – 135,945 miles
  • 2015 – 119,059 miles
  • 2014 – 101,468 miles
  • 2013 – 93,367 miles
  • 2012 – 83,987 miles
  • 2011 – 56,325 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,532 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.

  • Nearside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Front discs badly worn and pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Hand brake pulls high

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Osf brake fluctuating on brake roller test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Strong advise- nsf tyre cracked badly on inner sidewall, worn bald on edges and 3mm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front brakes fluctuating on brake test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,532 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    175,532 miles
    Test number
    942699577031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass172,976 miles (+4,916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    172,976 miles
    Test number
    972111559149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass168,060 miles (+4,988)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    168,060 miles
    Test number
    896308226817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass163,072 miles (+4,532)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    163,072 miles
    Test number
    804137018956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass158,540 miles (+1,708)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    158,540 miles
    Test number
    646139566202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass156,832 miles (+1,001)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    156,832 miles
    Test number
    961618431272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear wishbone upper bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass155,831 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    155,831 miles
    Test number
    332425263291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail155,826 miles (+2,126)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,826 miles
    Test number
    698464702565
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  9. Pass153,700 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    153,700 miles
    Test number
    512206632081
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  10. Fail153,700 miles (+2,636)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,700 miles
    Test number
    198725542953
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre

  11. Pass151,064 miles (+15,119)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    151,064 miles
    Test number
    307064842842
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated
    • AdvisoryN/s front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryRear discs inner faces poor

  12. Pass135,945 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    135,945 miles
    Test number
    983503435703
    • AdvisoryFront discs badly worn and pads getting low
    • AdvisoryHand brake pulls high
    • AdvisoryOsf brake fluctuating on brake roller test
    • AdvisoryStrong advise- nsf tyre cracked badly on inner sidewall, worn bald on edges and 3mm

  13. Fail135,943 miles (+16,884)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,943 miles
    Test number
    892377968120
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront discs badly worn and pads getting low
    • AdvisoryHand brake pulls high
    • AdvisoryOsf brake fluctuating on brake roller test
    • AdvisoryStrong advise- nsf tyre cracked badly on inner sidewall, worn bald on edges and 3mm

  14. Pass119,059 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    119,059 miles
    Test number
    480836374728
    • AdvisoryFront brakes fluctuating on brake test
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryStrong advise - osr tyre on legal limit

  15. Fail119,056 miles (+17,588)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,056 miles
    Test number
    502984234588
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brakes fluctuating on brake test
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre 3mm
    • AdvisoryStrong advise - osr tyre on legal limit

  16. Pass101,468 miles (+8,101)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    101,468 miles
    Test number
    986031324350
    • NoteOsf tyre worn on outer edge

  17. Pass93,367 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,367 miles
    Test number
    765722233348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,367 miles (+198)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,367 miles
    Test number
    435050433353
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Fail93,169 miles (+9,182)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,169 miles
    Test number
    545104023361
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass83,987 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    685317642228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,987 miles (+27,662)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,987 miles
    Test number
    848397642230
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass56,325 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    56,325 miles
    Test number
    717320171270
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre feathered and worn on inner edge
    • NoteN/S/R tyre worn to 3mm

Questions about C5 DWE

Does C5 DWE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 DWE is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 DWE?
The MOT on C5 DWE is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 DWE done?
C5 DWE was recorded at 175,532 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 8,248 miles a year.
Has C5 DWE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 DWE has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on C5 DWE 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 C5 DWE find?
C5 DWE passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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