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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 RHOMOT history

LB08 RHO is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 20 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 156,875 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jan 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2024
Mileage
156,875 mi
At MOT on 28 Jan 2023
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,010 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 RHO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
20 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
28 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 RHO was last recorded at 156,875 miles on 28 Jan 2023, 9,657 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,218 miles · 29 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
9,657 miles
Average per year
10,010 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 156,875 miles
  • 2021 – 147,218 miles
  • 2020 – 141,443 miles
  • 2019 – 135,981 miles
  • 2017 – 123,212 miles
  • 2016 – 108,990 miles
  • 2014 – 86,199 miles
  • 2013 – 72,459 miles
  • 2012 – 52,211 miles
  • 2011 – 40,675 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,875 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • 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 very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • T p s light on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

14 tests since 20 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,875 miles (+9,657)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    156,875 miles
    Test number
    472133775478
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear to front pipes (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass147,218 miles (+5,775)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    147,218 miles
    Test number
    294816520555
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear hand brake low effort
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass141,443 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    141,443 miles
    Test number
    192819821441
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT p s light on

  4. Fail141,443 miles (+5,462)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,443 miles
    Test number
    695222713270
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached front (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryT p s light on

  5. Pass135,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    135,981 miles
    Test number
    713086219979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail135,981 miles (+12,769)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,981 miles
    Test number
    359426180712
    • Repaired at testFront Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  7. Pass123,212 miles (+14,222)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    123,212 miles
    Test number
    768221531788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass108,990 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2017
    Odometer
    108,990 miles
    Test number
    180289509857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail108,990 miles (+22,791)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,990 miles
    Test number
    192764939633
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  10. Pass86,199 miles (+13,740)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    86,199 miles
    Test number
    179405214014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass72,459 miles (+20,248)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    72,459 miles
    Test number
    645905503115
    • 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)

  12. Pass52,211 miles (+11,536)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    52,211 miles
    Test number
    605443072168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass40,675 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    40,675 miles
    Test number
    407811971165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail40,675 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,675 miles
    Test number
    296311371115
    • FailureRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about LB08 RHO

Does LB08 RHO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 RHO expired on 27 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 RHO?
The MOT on LB08 RHO expired on 27 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 RHO done?
LB08 RHO was recorded at 156,875 miles at its MOT on 28 Jan 2023, an average of 10,010 miles a year.
Has LB08 RHO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 RHO has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jul 2020.
Has the mileage on LB08 RHO 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 LB08 RHO find?
LB08 RHO passed its latest MOT on 28 Jan 2023 with 8 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front arms; nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 5 more.

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