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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

L7 BKKMOT history

L7 BKK is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 1 Nov 2010. Its MOT is valid until 26 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 164,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Mar 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 26 Mar 2027
Mileage
164,245 mi
At MOT on 17 Mar 2026
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,979 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L7 BKK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
1 Nov 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L7 BKK was last recorded at 164,245 miles on 17 Mar 2026, 5,140 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,105 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,140 miles
Average per year
7,979 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,245 miles
  • 2025 – 159,105 miles
  • 2024 – 153,192 miles
  • 2023 – 146,907 miles
  • 2022 – 142,860 miles
  • 2021 – 137,998 miles
  • 2020 – 133,728 miles
  • 2019 – 124,371 miles
  • 2018 – 118,362 miles
  • 2017 – 116,203 miles
  • 2016 – 114,453 miles
  • 2015 – 92,641 miles
  • 2014 – 68,691 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,245 miles
  • AdvisoryVehicle underside has corrosion in areas at rear.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

15 tests since 26 Mar 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,245 miles (+5,140)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    164,245 miles
    Test number
    733567991608
    • AdvisoryVehicle underside has corrosion in areas at rear.

  2. Pass159,105 miles (+5,913)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    159,105 miles
    Test number
    765682455361
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced over various underbody sections and above rear subframe (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass153,192 miles (+6,285)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    153,192 miles
    Test number
    564538713121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,907 miles (+4,047)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    146,907 miles
    Test number
    390633039460
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass142,860 miles (+4,862)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,860 miles
    Test number
    680411342395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass137,998 miles (+4,270)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    137,998 miles
    Test number
    544438145237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass133,728 miles (+9,357)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,728 miles
    Test number
    245726666439

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass124,371 miles (+6,009)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    124,371 miles
    Test number
    996529442523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,362 miles (+2,159)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    118,362 miles
    Test number
    268222959401
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  10. Pass116,203 miles (+1,750)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,203 miles
    Test number
    768164058823
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint x2 (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass114,453 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    606588931701
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  12. Fail114,453 miles (+21,812)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,453 miles
    Test number
    400642106412
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Fail92,641 miles4 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,641 miles
    Test number
    226440875040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass92,641 miles (+23,950)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,641 miles
    Test number
    616230575021
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass68,691 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    68,691 miles
    Test number
    126815784000
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about L7 BKK

Does L7 BKK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L7 BKK is valid until 26 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L7 BKK?
The MOT on L7 BKK is valid until 26 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L7 BKK done?
L7 BKK was recorded at 164,245 miles at its MOT on 17 Mar 2026, an average of 7,979 miles a year.
Has L7 BKK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L7 BKK has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Mar 2016.
Has the mileage on L7 BKK 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 L7 BKK find?
L7 BKK passed its latest MOT on 17 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: vehicle underside has corrosion in areas at rear..

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