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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

K40 MKEMOT history

K40 MKE is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 16 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 142,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
142,236 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,465 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K40 MKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

K40 MKE was last recorded at 142,236 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,234 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,465 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 142,236 miles
  • 2024 – 142,234 miles
  • 2023 – 142,218 miles
  • 2022 – 142,150 miles
  • 2021 – 142,149 miles
  • 2020 – 141,096 miles
  • 2019 – 134,161 miles
  • 2018 – 127,066 miles
  • 2017 – 121,181 miles
  • 2016 – 108,425 miles
  • 2014 – 101,779 miles
  • 2013 – 96,036 miles
  • 2012 – 84,190 miles
  • 2011 – 75,980 miles
  • 2010 – 69,179 miles
  • 2008 – 55,283 miles
  • 2007 – 44,896 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,236 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs to sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leaksRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017

  • Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 24 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,236 miles (+2)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    142,236 miles
    Test number
    234222452671
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs to sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  2. Fail142,234 miles1 dangerous2 major3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,234 miles
    Test number
    340418870760
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all four (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear chassis legs to sub frame mounts (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks
  3. Fail142,234 miles (+16)9 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,234 miles
    Test number
    426643748877
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 37% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Aftermarket HID bulbs fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Fail142,218 miles (+68)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,218 miles
    Test number
    622489229004
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which significantly reduces light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass142,150 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,150 miles
    Test number
    101479004334
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail142,149 miles (+1,053)4 dangerous10 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,149 miles
    Test number
    830814296779
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel more than one fixing loose stud loose (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel more than one fixing missing stud missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated doughnut (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle spring has rubbed inner sidewall (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 235/40x19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged inner sidewall worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass141,096 miles (+6,935)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    141,096 miles
    Test number
    618668673124
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryChip on windscreen zone b
  8. Pass134,161 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,161 miles
    Test number
    606288221850
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp bracket broken but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp bracket broken but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  9. Fail134,160 miles (+7,094)4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,160 miles
    Test number
    153060613160
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted sharp edge (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp bracket broken but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp bracket broken but secure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front steering arm slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass127,066 miles (+5,885)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    127,066 miles
    Test number
    123308030639
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  11. Pass121,181 miles (+5,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    121,181 miles
    Test number
    473267742590
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  12. Pass116,030 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    116,030 miles
    Test number
    809263948696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Fail116,030 miles (+7,605)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,030 miles
    Test number
    193561605277
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  14. Pass108,425 miles (+6,646)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    108,425 miles
    Test number
    685915374811
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both front (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass101,779 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    101,779 miles
    Test number
    778737334353
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r outer cv boot slightly seeping
  16. Fail101,779 miles (+5,743)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,779 miles
    Test number
    375956534339
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/r outer cv boot slightly seeping
  17. Pass96,036 miles (+9)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    898826323368
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  18. Fail96,027 miles (+4,573)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,027 miles
    Test number
    395125123379
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Pass91,454 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    91,454 miles
    Test number
    289565773163
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise oil leak from gearbox??
  20. Fail91,454 miles (+7,264)4 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,454 miles
    Test number
    549255773142
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAdvise oil leak from gearbox??
  21. Pass84,190 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    84,190 miles
    Test number
    809705242162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass75,980 miles (+6,801)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    75,980 miles
    Test number
    866961951140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,179 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2011
    Odometer
    69,179 miles
    Test number
    532228340146
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  24. Fail69,179 miles (+13,896)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,179 miles
    Test number
    822538040176
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  25. Pass55,283 miles (+10,387)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    55,283 miles
    Test number
    402345548469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass44,896 miles (+1,510)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,896 miles
    Test number
    803444347391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass43,386 miles (+3,696)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    43,386 miles
    Test number
    342615267156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,690 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    39,690 miles
    Test number
    274394127014
    • NoteFront brakes low.
    • NoteFront tyres low, o/s bald on outer edge.

Questions about K40 MKE

Does K40 MKE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K40 MKE is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on K40 MKE?
The MOT on K40 MKE is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K40 MKE done?
K40 MKE was recorded at 142,236 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 5,465 miles a year.
Has K40 MKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K40 MKE has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on K40 MKE 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 K40 MKE find?
K40 MKE passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning, and 4 more.

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