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BMW 530

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LB02 MPYMOT history

LB02 MPY is a grey petrol BMW 530 first used on 28 Jun 2002. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2026 and it has passed 21 of 33 MOT tests, with 132,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2026
Mileage
132,114 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
33
21 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,731 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB02 MPY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2026
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

LB02 MPY was last recorded at 132,114 miles on 6 May 2026, 9,988 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,126 miles · 23 May 2023
Between the last two tests
9,988 miles
Average per year
5,731 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 132,114 miles
  • 2023 – 122,126 miles
  • 2022 – 117,956 miles
  • 2021 – 111,817 miles
  • 2020 – 108,300 miles
  • 2019 – 104,438 miles
  • 2018 – 97,352 miles
  • 2017 – 89,902 miles
  • 2016 – 83,062 miles
  • 2015 – 76,134 miles
  • 2014 – 68,398 miles
  • 2013 – 62,274 miles
  • 2012 – 55,656 miles
  • 2011 – 47,843 miles
  • 2010 – 41,063 miles
  • 2009 – 33,686 miles
  • 2008 – 26,731 miles
  • 2007 – 21,606 miles
  • 2006 – 16,654 miles
  • 2005 – 14,581 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,114 miles
  • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Light intensity severely reduced (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
  • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

33 tests since 1 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,114 miles1 dangerous10 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,114 miles
    Test number
    167025751659
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested Light intensity severely reduced (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    338477000655
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    241751597759
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass122,126 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,126 miles
    Test number
    158690068070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail122,123 miles (+4,167)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,123 miles
    Test number
    894288161281
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass117,956 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    117,956 miles
    Test number
    240494620492
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail117,956 miles (+6,139)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,956 miles
    Test number
    611985933696
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass111,817 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    111,817 miles
    Test number
    794452741483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail111,817 miles (+3,517)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,817 miles
    Test number
    259870991136
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass108,300 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    108,300 miles
    Test number
    132182783179
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail108,298 miles (+3,860)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,298 miles
    Test number
    846852420458
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass104,438 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    104,438 miles
    Test number
    467982548629
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail104,436 miles (+7,084)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,436 miles
    Test number
    152287120721
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass97,352 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    230492135610
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre partialy inflated and in poor condition

  15. Fail97,352 miles (+7,450)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,352 miles
    Test number
    837610443981
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre partialy inflated and in poor condition

  16. Pass89,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    533005612058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,902 miles (+6,840)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,902 miles
    Test number
    916943758763
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  18. Pass83,062 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    83,062 miles
    Test number
    176755738692

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail83,057 miles (+6,923)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,057 miles
    Test number
    523689536906
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass76,134 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,134 miles
    Test number
    707920815287
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail76,134 miles (+7,736)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,134 miles
    Test number
    728790115282
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass68,398 miles (+6,124)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,398 miles
    Test number
    527382614266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  23. Pass62,274 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    62,274 miles
    Test number
    215448193434
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail62,274 miles (+6,618)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,274 miles
    Test number
    606295683171
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail55,656 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    287084372450
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  26. Pass55,656 miles (+7,813)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    55,656 miles
    Test number
    847124472100
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  27. Pass47,843 miles (+6,780)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    47,843 miles
    Test number
    635365761150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass41,063 miles (+7,377)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    41,063 miles
    Test number
    473400370167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass33,686 miles (+6,955)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    33,686 miles
    Test number
    713158879166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass26,731 miles (+5,125)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,731 miles
    Test number
    181869768178
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteO/ REAR TYRE OUTER WALL CHUNKS MISSING AND N/SIDE FRONT AND N/SIDE REAR

  31. Pass21,606 miles (+4,952)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,606 miles
    Test number
    943050177150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass16,654 miles (+2,073)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    16,654 miles
    Test number
    732536686170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass14,581 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    14,581 miles
    Test number
    884505005368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB02 MPY

Does LB02 MPY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB02 MPY expired on 30 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB02 MPY?
The MOT on LB02 MPY expired on 30 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB02 MPY done?
LB02 MPY was recorded at 132,114 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 5,731 miles a year.
Has LB02 MPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB02 MPY has failed 12 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LB02 MPY 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 LB02 MPY find?
LB02 MPY failed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 10 major defects, 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside rear road wheel fractured; headlamp aim unable to be tested light intensity severely reduced; nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt, and 12 more.

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