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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

L23 RUKMOT history

L23 RUK is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 19 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 205,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
205,698 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,355 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 RUK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 RUK was last recorded at 205,698 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 3,539 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,159 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
3,539 miles
Average per year
9,355 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,698 miles
  • 2025 – 202,159 miles
  • 2024 – 197,931 miles
  • 2022 – 190,023 miles
  • 2021 – 167,463 miles
  • 2019 – 148,309 miles
  • 2018 – 131,794 miles
  • 2017 – 120,648 miles
  • 2016 – 118,383 miles
  • 2015 – 110,966 miles
  • 2014 – 108,874 miles
  • 2013 – 100,643 miles
  • 2012 – 91,658 miles
  • 2011 – 78,275 miles
  • 2010 – 61,514 miles
  • 2009 – 44,716 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,698 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

24 tests since 15 Jan 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,698 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    205,698 miles
    Test number
    330597441143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail205,698 miles (+3,539)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    205,698 miles
    Test number
    345540879717
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass202,159 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    202,159 miles
    Test number
    880274365955
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  4. Fail202,159 miles (+4,228)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,159 miles
    Test number
    245568414742
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

  5. Pass197,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    197,931 miles
    Test number
    378099522003
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail197,931 miles (+7,908)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,931 miles
    Test number
    786884320907
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass190,023 miles (+9,998)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    190,023 miles
    Test number
    150027890345
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass180,025 miles (+12,562)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    180,025 miles
    Test number
    609518754326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass167,463 miles (+1)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    167,463 miles
    Test number
    946273602447
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  10. Fail167,462 miles (+19,153)1 dangerous1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,462 miles
    Test number
    913649494490
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  11. Pass148,309 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    148,309 miles
    Test number
    947751970937
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  12. Fail148,309 miles (+16,515)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,309 miles
    Test number
    886847968871
    • 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))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault light on dash (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorFront Brake hose slightly damaged bothsides (1.1.12 (b) (i))

  13. Pass131,794 miles (+11,146)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    131,794 miles
    Test number
    585656238170
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres warn inner edges

  14. Pass120,648 miles (+2,265)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    120,648 miles
    Test number
    822582416941
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end modified, but not inappropriately (2.2.C.1e)

  15. Pass118,383 miles (+7,417)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    118,383 miles
    Test number
    237599325023
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass110,966 miles (+2,092)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    110,966 miles
    Test number
    595344785196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass108,874 miles (+8,231)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    108,874 miles
    Test number
    206737614240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass100,643 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    100,643 miles
    Test number
    646754503200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass91,658 miles (+13,383)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    91,658 miles
    Test number
    228855052056
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  20. Pass78,275 miles (+16,761)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    78,275 miles
    Test number
    415498031067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,514 miles (+485)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    61,514 miles
    Test number
    490304230032
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail61,029 miles (+16,313)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,029 miles
    Test number
    613440420002
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass44,716 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    44,716 miles
    Test number
    262545819033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail44,715 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,715 miles
    Test number
    131145619063
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake not fitted on at least two wheels (3.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L23 RUK

Does L23 RUK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 RUK is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 RUK?
The MOT on L23 RUK is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 RUK done?
L23 RUK was recorded at 205,698 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 9,355 miles a year.
Has L23 RUK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 RUK has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L23 RUK 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 L23 RUK find?
L23 RUK passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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