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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

L2 UYSMOT history

L2 UYS is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,503 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
184,503 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,518 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 UYS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 UYS was last recorded at 184,503 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 4,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,310 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
4,193 miles
Average per year
8,518 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,503 miles
  • 2025 – 180,310 miles
  • 2024 – 174,839 miles
  • 2023 – 171,772 miles
  • 2021 – 170,102 miles
  • 2020 – 167,200 miles
  • 2019 – 159,987 miles
  • 2018 – 149,092 miles
  • 2017 – 134,544 miles
  • 2016 – 122,077 miles
  • 2015 – 112,306 miles
  • 2014 – 104,339 miles
  • 2013 – 92,363 miles
  • 2012 – 79,955 miles
  • 2011 – 66,070 miles
  • 2010 – 54,220 miles
  • 2008 – 38,859 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,503 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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 17 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,503 miles (+4,193)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    184,503 miles
    Test number
    384008158742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass180,310 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    180,310 miles
    Test number
    660821928172
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail180,221 miles (+5,382)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,221 miles
    Test number
    950962935086
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NS + OS (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass174,839 miles (+3,067)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    174,839 miles
    Test number
    138121794866

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass171,772 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    171,772 miles
    Test number
    608941136293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail171,755 miles (+1,653)1 major1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,755 miles
    Test number
    661440287233
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass170,102 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    170,102 miles
    Test number
    550204930512

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail170,083 miles (+2,883)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,083 miles
    Test number
    202157669480
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  9. Pass167,200 miles (+7,213)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    167,200 miles
    Test number
    911912091120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass159,987 miles (+10,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    159,987 miles
    Test number
    767232723713
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers fitted full body under guards fitted No smoke detected on emissions test

  11. Pass149,092 miles (+14,548)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    149,092 miles
    Test number
    890994224966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass134,544 miles (+12,467)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    134,544 miles
    Test number
    198733451519

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass122,077 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    122,077 miles
    Test number
    428876832336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail122,072 miles (+9,766)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,072 miles
    Test number
    806103222684
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass112,306 miles (+7,967)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    112,306 miles
    Test number
    268789215004
    • NoteO/s/f/ tyre worn on inner edge no cords showing at time of test

  16. Pass104,339 miles (+11,976)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    104,339 miles
    Test number
    817000424017
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass92,363 miles (+12,408)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    92,363 miles
    Test number
    518693323079
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass79,955 miles (+17)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    79,955 miles
    Test number
    686985522094
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/front tyre is wearing on the inside edge

  19. Fail79,938 miles (+13,868)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,938 miles
    Test number
    287423722041
    • DangerousNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteO/s/front tyre is wearing on the inside edge

  20. Pass66,070 miles (+11,850)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    66,070 miles
    Test number
    266882911078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,220 miles (+15,361)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    54,220 miles
    Test number
    143296120060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    38,859 miles
    Test number
    280762858349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 UYS

Does L2 UYS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 UYS is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 UYS?
The MOT on L2 UYS is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 UYS done?
L2 UYS was recorded at 184,503 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 8,518 miles a year.
Has L2 UYS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 UYS has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on L2 UYS 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 L2 UYS find?
L2 UYS passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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