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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

L40 XELMOT history

L40 XEL is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 9 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 211,532 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
211,532 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
15,203 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 XEL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
9 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 XEL was last recorded at 211,532 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 417 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
211,115 miles · 23 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
417 miles
Average per year
15,203 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 211,532 miles
  • 2025 – 193,296 miles
  • 2024 – 193,288 miles
  • 2023 – 181,257 miles
  • 2022 – 149,830 miles
  • 2021 – 129,494 miles
  • 2020 – 108,100 miles
  • 2019 – 94,450 miles
  • 2018 – 89,187 miles
  • 2017 – 72,563 miles
  • 2016 – 63,963 miles
  • 2015 – 51,323 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass211,532 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Exhaust flex deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle.

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 21 Jul 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass211,532 miles (+417)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    211,532 miles
    Test number
    787980872233
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Fail211,115 miles (+17,819)1 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    211,115 miles
    Test number
    743239778354
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall 245/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Pass193,296 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    193,296 miles
    Test number
    730505411279
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail193,296 miles (+8)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,296 miles
    Test number
    653270666063
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail193,288 miles (+12,031)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,288 miles
    Test number
    111372165931
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working Lens also damaged (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust flex deteriorated
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass181,257 miles (+31,427)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    181,257 miles
    Test number
    300246642016
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective cracked (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front bumper damage

  7. Pass149,830 miles (+20,336)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    149,830 miles
    Test number
    946909900055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,494 miles (+21,394)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    129,494 miles
    Test number
    230283296115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass108,100 miles (+13,650)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    108,100 miles
    Test number
    206521735517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass94,450 miles (+5,263)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    94,450 miles
    Test number
    821783661541
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass89,187 miles (+16,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    89,187 miles
    Test number
    603209486893
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass72,563 miles (+8,600)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    72,563 miles
    Test number
    429704125846
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Pass63,963 miles (+12,640)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    63,963 miles
    Test number
    219258115099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass51,323 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    51,323 miles
    Test number
    965864505279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail51,320 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,320 miles
    Test number
    177922505200
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about L40 XEL

Does L40 XEL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 XEL is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 XEL?
The MOT on L40 XEL 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 L40 XEL done?
L40 XEL was recorded at 211,532 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 15,203 miles a year.
Has L40 XEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 XEL has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on L40 XEL 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 L40 XEL find?
L40 XEL passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 1 advisory: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective water ingress; nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged cover missing, and 1 more.

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