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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,926 cc

LB04 PNUMOT history

LB04 PNU is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 20 May 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 180,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 31 May 2027
Mileage
180,843 mi
At MOT on 1 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,167 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 PNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 May 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 May 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 PNU was last recorded at 180,843 miles on 1 Jun 2026, 6,717 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,126 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
6,717 miles
Average per year
7,167 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,843 miles
  • 2025 – 174,126 miles
  • 2024 – 173,548 miles
  • 2023 – 172,841 miles
  • 2022 – 168,643 miles
  • 2020 – 162,508 miles
  • 2019 – 158,673 miles
  • 2018 – 148,844 miles
  • 2017 – 134,660 miles
  • 2016 – 127,919 miles
  • 2015 – 121,183 miles
  • 2014 – 111,940 miles
  • 2013 – 102,277 miles
  • 2012 – 94,128 miles
  • 2011 – 85,317 miles
  • 2010 – 75,382 miles
  • 2009 – 63,738 miles
  • 2008 – 52,985 miles
  • 2007 – 44,085 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,843 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2012

  • Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Tow ball not fitted at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 2 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,843 miles (+6,717)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2027
    Odometer
    180,843 miles
    Test number
    929174738974
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass174,126 miles (+578)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2026
    Odometer
    174,126 miles
    Test number
    159147431232
    • AdvisoryStop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass173,548 miles (+707)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2025
    Odometer
    173,548 miles
    Test number
    921702281758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass172,841 miles (+4,198)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    172,841 miles
    Test number
    673967251545

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass168,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    168,643 miles
    Test number
    630608515396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass265,798 km
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    265,798 km
    Test number
    602310557698

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass162,508 miles (+3,835)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    162,508 miles
    Test number
    974060092025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass158,673 miles (+9,829)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    158,673 miles
    Test number
    567685064641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass148,844 miles (+14,184)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    148,844 miles
    Test number
    164301073782
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  10. Pass134,660 miles (+6,741)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    134,660 miles
    Test number
    555011710791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,919 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2017
    Odometer
    127,919 miles
    Test number
    591778629552
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryMirror glasses in slightly poor condition
    • AdvisoryTow ball not fitted at time of test

  12. Fail127,918 miles (+6,735)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,918 miles
    Test number
    931690563659
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint front tie rod (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTow ball not fitted at time of test

  13. Pass121,183 miles (+9,243)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2016
    Odometer
    121,183 miles
    Test number
    576829335192
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass111,940 miles (+4)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    111,940 miles
    Test number
    116958124180
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail111,936 miles (+9,659)2 dangerous1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,936 miles
    Test number
    196837524133
    • DangerousOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • DangerousSteering system excessively tight (2.2.D.1)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Air suspension unit slightly deteriorated (2.4.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake pads getting low

  16. Fail102,277 miles1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,277 miles
    Test number
    696154733141
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass102,277 miles (+8,149)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2014
    Odometer
    102,277 miles
    Test number
    995024533183
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass94,128 miles (+6)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2013
    Odometer
    94,128 miles
    Test number
    226518032427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn slightly on inside edge

  19. Fail94,122 miles (+8,805)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,122 miles
    Test number
    779276632126
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn slightly on inside edge

  20. Pass85,317 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,317 miles
    Test number
    769182031164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChip in front wind screen.
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs and discs look worn.
    • NoteCorrosion on rear metal brake pipes.
    • NoteCut on nearside rear tyre inner side wall.ATTENTION RECOMMENDED
    • NoteNot all bulbs in high level brake light are working.(more than 50% at time of MOT)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge.

  21. Fail85,317 miles (+9,935)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,317 miles
    Test number
    419121631145
    • DangerousNearside Inner Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChip in front wind screen.
    • NoteCorrosion on front brake discs and discs look worn.
    • NoteCorrosion on rear metal brake pipes.
    • NoteCut on nearside rear tyre inner side wall.ATTENTION RECOMMENDED
    • NoteNot all bulbs in high level brake light are working.(more than 50% at time of MOT)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn low on inner edge.

  22. Pass75,382 miles (+1)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2011
    Odometer
    75,382 miles
    Test number
    954176620156
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s side repeater lens loose in wing
    • NoteSome L.E.D lights inop in high level brake light

  23. Fail75,381 miles (+11,643)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,381 miles
    Test number
    581475920142
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteN/s side repeater lens loose in wing
    • NoteSome L.E.D lights inop in high level brake light

  24. Pass63,738 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,738 miles
    Test number
    330465339107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSome L.E.D lights inop in high level brake light

  25. Fail63,737 miles (+10,752)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,737 miles
    Test number
    390635139177
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteFront tyre treads stepped
    • NoteSome L.E.D lights inop in high level brake light

  26. Pass52,985 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    52,985 miles
    Test number
    710226938134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail52,983 miles (+8,898)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,983 miles
    Test number
    552055538156
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  28. Pass44,085 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,085 miles
    Test number
    743782427136
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteWear in front brake discs

Questions about LB04 PNU

Does LB04 PNU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 PNU is valid until 31 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 PNU?
The MOT on LB04 PNU is valid until 31 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 PNU done?
LB04 PNU was recorded at 180,843 miles at its MOT on 1 Jun 2026, an average of 7,167 miles a year.
Has LB04 PNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 PNU has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 13 May 2016.
Has the mileage on LB04 PNU 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 LB04 PNU find?
LB04 PNU passed its latest MOT on 1 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; oil leak, but not excessive.

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