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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 RKZMOT history

LB08 RKZ is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 26 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 22 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 99,563 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Sept 2027
Mileage
99,563 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 RKZ
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
26 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 RKZ was last recorded at 99,563 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 256 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,307 miles · 3 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
256 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,563 miles
  • 2025 – 99,307 miles
  • 2024 – 98,862 miles
  • 2023 – 96,729 miles
  • 2022 – 93,289 miles
  • 2021 – 90,332 miles
  • 2020 – 88,718 miles
  • 2019 – 85,865 miles
  • 2018 – 82,426 miles
  • 2017 – 78,500 miles
  • 2016 – 73,357 miles
  • 2014 – 61,605 miles
  • 2012 – 39,612 miles
  • 2011 – 28,703 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,563 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Inner bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,563 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    99,563 miles
    Test number
    911020887350
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Inner bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail99,563 miles (+256)3 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,563 miles
    Test number
    891420695048
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Inner bush (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass99,307 miles (+445)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,307 miles
    Test number
    835032774892
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass98,862 miles (+2,133)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    98,862 miles
    Test number
    153674135256
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass96,729 miles (+3,440)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    96,729 miles
    Test number
    634891738889
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin very close to limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass93,289 miles (+2,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    93,289 miles
    Test number
    195200710478
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass90,332 miles (+1,614)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    90,332 miles
    Test number
    113229531784

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass88,718 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    88,718 miles
    Test number
    447878806817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail88,704 miles (+2,839)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,704 miles
    Test number
    709820309486
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,865 miles (+3,439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    85,865 miles
    Test number
    555990399750
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass82,426 miles (+3,926)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    82,426 miles
    Test number
    431202150440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    78,500 miles
    Test number
    227624727063
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  13. Fail78,500 miles (+5,143)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,500 miles
    Test number
    613281112744
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted.

  14. Pass73,357 miles (+11,752)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    73,357 miles
    Test number
    360129023787
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front shock absorbers weak
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  15. Pass61,605 miles (+21,993)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    61,605 miles
    Test number
    379412794198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,612 miles (+10,909)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    39,612 miles
    Test number
    228908192144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,703 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    28,703 miles
    Test number
    439840481120
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Fail28,697 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,697 miles
    Test number
    365520881187
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about LB08 RKZ

Does LB08 RKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 RKZ is valid until 22 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB08 RKZ?
The MOT on LB08 RKZ is valid until 22 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 RKZ done?
LB08 RKZ was recorded at 99,563 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has LB08 RKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 RKZ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LB08 RKZ 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 RKZ find?
LB08 RKZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated inner bush; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 2 more.

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