BMW 530
Green · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc
GEB 12MOT history
GEB 12 is a green petrol BMW 530 first used on 2 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 31,593 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Apr 2027
- Mileage
- 31,593 mi
- At MOT on 1 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 18 passed · 11 failed
- Per year
- Not enough data
Vehicle details
- Registration
- GEB 12
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 530
- Colour
- Green
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 2 Mar 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Apr 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 1 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
GEB 12 was last recorded at 31,593 miles on 1 May 2026, 22 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 22 Sept 2011: 10,354 miles, lower than 98,611 miles on 22 Sept 2010.
- 14 Apr 2026: 31,571 miles, lower than 123,824 miles on 22 Apr 2024.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 31,571 miles · 14 Apr 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 22 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 31,593 miles
- 2024 – 123,824 miles
- 2023 – 118,803 miles
- 2022 – 113,785 miles
- 2021 – 109,914 miles
- 2020 – 108,223 miles
- 2018 – 108,214 miles
- 2015 – 104,449 miles
- 2014 – 103,806 miles
- 2013 – 102,092 miles
- 2012 – 101,343 miles
- 2011 – 10,354 miles
- 2010 – 98,611 miles
- 2009 – 91,721 miles
- 2008 – 90,638 miles
- 2007 – 88,485 miles
- 2006 – 85,484 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass31,593 miles
No defects or advisories were recorded.
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.
Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022
Rear Coil spring corroded both
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022
Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022
Full MOT history
29 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass31,593 miles (+22)
- MOT expiry
- 30 Apr 2027
- Odometer
- 31,593 miles
- Test number
- 133232101404
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail31,571 miles5 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 31,571 miles
- Test number
- 820701056861
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low adjuster inoperative (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- MajorRear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sills both n/s and o/s heavily corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
PassMileage not read3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 444798603696
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material REARS (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S AND N/S SILLS CORRODED (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside HEADLAMP REFLECTOR NOT FULLY SECURE
Pass123,824 miles (+5,021)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 123,824 miles
- Test number
- 161381977476
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie arm foreward bushes both n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAdvise rear seatbelt centre buckle under seat
Pass118,803 miles (+21)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 19 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 118,803 miles
- Test number
- 813538913007
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail118,782 miles (+4,997)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,782 miles
- Test number
- 757956078969
- MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass113,785 miles (+16)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 113,785 miles
- Test number
- 151505367456
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail113,769 miles (+84)1 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,769 miles
- Test number
- 283550403242
- MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative insecure / broken off lower arm (4.1.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front - rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Fail113,685 miles (+3,771)2 dangerous2 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 113,685 miles
- Test number
- 879083101445
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative Unattached / broken (4.1.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass109,914 miles (+98)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 14 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 109,914 miles
- Test number
- 478916791437
- AdvisorySill covers fitted
Fail109,816 miles (+1,593)8 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 109,816 miles
- Test number
- 376105239747
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Pass108,223 miles (+9)1 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Feb 2021
- Odometer
- 108,223 miles
- Test number
- 677903840480
- MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake discs corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass108,214 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Aug 2019
- Odometer
- 108,214 miles
- Test number
- 222545203131
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Discs corroded
Fail108,213 miles (+3,764)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 108,213 miles
- Test number
- 486209795996
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Discs corroded
- AdvisoryRear Discs corroded
Pass104,449 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 104,449 miles
- Test number
- 138643761168
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail104,449 miles (+643)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 104,449 miles
- Test number
- 884258193947
- FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
Pass103,806 miles2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 103,806 miles
- Test number
- 259055764203
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteExhaust middle box noisey
- NoteFront exhaust bracket broken
Fail103,806 miles (+1,714)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 103,806 miles
- Test number
- 356695864499
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteEhaust middle box noisey
- NoteFront exhaust bracket broken
Pass102,092 miles (+749)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 102,092 miles
- Test number
- 836718663208
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass101,343 miles4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 101,343 miles
- Test number
- 368745762277
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
Fail101,343 miles (+12)1 failure4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,343 miles
- Test number
- 377435862256
- FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteSpare tyre defective
Fail101,331 miles (+90,977)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,331 miles
- Test number
- 516274462276
- FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Pass10,354 miles (-88,257)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 10,354 miles
- Test number
- 106645761259
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteN/s windscreen washer not working
Pass98,611 miles (+6,890)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 98,611 miles
- Test number
- 434625060251
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass91,721 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Apr 2010
- Odometer
- 91,721 miles
- Test number
- 870567419175
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Fail91,721 miles (+1,083)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,721 miles
- Test number
- 464187919100
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass90,638 miles (+2,153)
- MOT expiry
- 24 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 90,638 miles
- Test number
- 744176858008
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass88,485 miles (+3,001)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 88,485 miles
- Test number
- 710915247006
- 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)
Pass85,484 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 85,484 miles
- Test number
- 661301436064
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about GEB 12
- What vehicle is registration GEB 12 currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show GEB 12 on a green petrol BMW 530 first used on 2 Mar 2002. 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 GEB 12 currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on GEB 12 is valid until 30 Apr 2027.
- When is the MOT due on GEB 12?
- The MOT on GEB 12 is valid until 30 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has GEB 12 done?
- GEB 12 was recorded at 31,593 miles at its MOT on 1 May 2026.
- Has GEB 12 ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. GEB 12 has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on GEB 12 ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 22 Sept 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on GEB 12 find?
- GEB 12 passed its latest MOT on 1 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.
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