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BMW 630

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,996 cc

F5 RDBMOT history

F5 RDB is a black petrol BMW 630 first used on 17 Jan 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,714 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
117,714 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,525 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F5 RDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
630
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
17 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F5 RDB was last recorded at 117,714 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 5,886 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,828 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
5,886 miles
Average per year
5,525 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,714 miles
  • 2025 – 111,828 miles
  • 2024 – 104,500 miles
  • 2023 – 97,310 miles
  • 2022 – 91,034 miles
  • 2021 – 83,144 miles
  • 2020 – 75,530 miles
  • 2019 – 70,935 miles
  • 2018 – 65,977 miles
  • 2017 – 58,950 miles
  • 2016 – 54,151 miles
  • 2015 – 48,890 miles
  • 2014 – 46,086 miles
  • 2013 – 43,976 miles
  • 2012 – 41,803 miles
  • 2011 – 35,839 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,714 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 17 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,714 miles (+5,886)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    117,714 miles
    Test number
    415592657273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass111,828 miles (+7,328)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    111,828 miles
    Test number
    678096673897

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    104,500 miles
    Test number
    295223063363
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail104,500 miles (+7,190)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,500 miles
    Test number
    266196347468
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass97,310 miles (+6,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    97,310 miles
    Test number
    349814754117
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass91,034 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    91,034 miles
    Test number
    708325338195
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail91,033 miles (+7,889)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,033 miles
    Test number
    730867744202
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x4 all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass83,144 miles (+7,614)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    83,144 miles
    Test number
    935377413842
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass75,530 miles (+4,595)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,530 miles
    Test number
    735546415873
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass70,935 miles (+4,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    70,935 miles
    Test number
    775623691136
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass65,977 miles (+7,027)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,977 miles
    Test number
    274158329384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass58,950 miles (+4,799)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    58,950 miles
    Test number
    410489053826

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,151 miles (+5,261)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,151 miles
    Test number
    583981443269
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit cracking in treads (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass48,890 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    48,890 miles
    Test number
    379465005214
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail48,890 miles (+2,804)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,890 miles
    Test number
    337563005257
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass46,086 miles (+2,110)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    46,086 miles
    Test number
    608468594152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,976 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    43,976 miles
    Test number
    147068543264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,976 miles (+2,173)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,976 miles
    Test number
    246727343204
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  19. Pass41,803 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,803 miles
    Test number
    908463632278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,803 miles (+5,964)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,803 miles
    Test number
    909077022215
    • DangerousFront Tyre(s) incorrect because tyres with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass35,839 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    35,839 miles
    Test number
    549072621202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail30,761 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,761 miles
    Test number
    397827711007
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass30,761 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    30,761 miles
    Test number
    799667711050
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about F5 RDB

Does F5 RDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F5 RDB is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on F5 RDB?
The MOT on F5 RDB is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F5 RDB done?
F5 RDB was recorded at 117,714 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 5,525 miles a year.
Has F5 RDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F5 RDB has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on F5 RDB 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 F5 RDB find?
F5 RDB passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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