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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 SMOMOT history

LB08 SMO is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 11 Jun 2008. Its MOT expired on 7 Nov 2022 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 159,339 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2021.

MOT
Expired
On 7 Nov 2022
Mileage
159,339 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2021
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
13,291 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 SMO
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
11 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 7 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 SMO was last recorded at 159,339 miles on 8 Nov 2021, 104,585 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,754 miles · 31 May 2017
Between the last two tests
104,585 miles
Average per year
13,291 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 159,339 miles
  • 2017 – 54,754 miles
  • 2016 – 48,593 miles
  • 2015 – 44,311 miles
  • 2014 – 37,612 miles
  • 2013 – 32,239 miles
  • 2012 – 26,393 miles
  • 2011 – 20,770 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,339 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 wheels are of different types

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

16 tests since 6 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,339 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    159,339 miles
    Test number
    663830598714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass147,991 km (+17,714)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    147,991 km
    Test number
    194012346378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass130,277 km (+21,383)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    130,277 km
    Test number
    496476287322
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Pass108,894 km
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    108,894 km
    Test number
    940824666810

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass54,754 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    54,754 miles
    Test number
    563452755282
    • AdvisoryRear wheels are of different types

  6. Fail54,754 miles (+6,161)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,754 miles
    Test number
    966146756718
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad wear warning wire is not fitted
    • AdvisoryRear wheels are of different types

  7. Pass48,593 miles (+4,282)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    48,593 miles
    Test number
    969675335340

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,311 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    44,311 miles
    Test number
    677422455114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail44,311 miles (+6,699)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,311 miles
    Test number
    899292355129
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  10. Pass37,612 miles (+5,373)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    37,612 miles
    Test number
    628923754132
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass32,239 miles (+1)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2014
    Odometer
    32,239 miles
    Test number
    515818423146
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre tred

  12. Fail32,238 miles (+5,845)8 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,238 miles
    Test number
    835867723106
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper inappropriately repaired (3.5.1n)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper locking device insecure (3.5.1l)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately supported (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCut in o/s/r tyre tred

  13. Pass26,393 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,393 miles
    Test number
    888246842181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail26,393 miles (+5,623)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,393 miles
    Test number
    566256542168
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront and rear pads getting low

  15. Pass20,770 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    20,770 miles
    Test number
    576617551102
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear quarter panel and nearside rear door
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  16. Fail20,770 miles2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,770 miles
    Test number
    935667851161
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteDamage to nearside rear quarter panel and nearside rear door
    • NotePlastic covers fitted underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

Questions about LB08 SMO

Does LB08 SMO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 SMO expired on 7 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 SMO?
The MOT on LB08 SMO expired on 7 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 SMO done?
LB08 SMO was recorded at 159,339 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2021, an average of 13,291 miles a year.
Has LB08 SMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 SMO has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 30 May 2017.
Has the mileage on LB08 SMO 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 SMO find?
LB08 SMO passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2021 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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