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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LB51 JEBMOT history

LB51 JEB is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 5 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 129,008 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,008 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,324 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 JEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 JEB was last recorded at 129,008 miles on 16 Oct 2025, 29 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,979 miles · 13 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
29 miles
Average per year
5,324 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,008 miles
  • 2024 – 122,998 miles
  • 2023 – 120,044 miles
  • 2022 – 115,490 miles
  • 2021 – 108,944 miles
  • 2020 – 105,327 miles
  • 2019 – 101,383 miles
  • 2018 – 95,366 miles
  • 2017 – 89,979 miles
  • 2016 – 82,353 miles
  • 2015 – 76,544 miles
  • 2014 – 70,064 miles
  • 2013 – 60,842 miles
  • 2012 – 50,283 miles
  • 2011 – 44,057 miles
  • 2010 – 37,538 miles
  • 2009 – 34,998 miles
  • 2008 – 31,933 miles
  • 2007 – 29,819 miles
  • 2006 – 27,649 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,008 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside outer c.v joint corroded and leaking grease

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 2 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,008 miles (+29)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,008 miles
    Test number
    778235763796
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  2. Fail128,979 miles (+5,981)2 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,979 miles
    Test number
    786495469341
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  3. Pass122,998 miles (+37)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    122,998 miles
    Test number
    783607810419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail122,961 miles (+2,917)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,961 miles
    Test number
    304639449147
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass120,044 miles (+4,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    120,044 miles
    Test number
    272422867545
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass115,490 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    115,490 miles
    Test number
    128923158861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail115,460 miles (+6,516)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,460 miles
    Test number
    624707483201
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass108,944 miles (+3,617)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    108,944 miles
    Test number
    940560814115
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Sill panel (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass105,327 miles (+3,944)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    105,327 miles
    Test number
    781364961045
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass101,383 miles (+6,017)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    101,383 miles
    Test number
    126261841241
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass95,366 miles (+5,387)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,366 miles
    Test number
    638405468110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass89,979 miles (+7,626)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    89,979 miles
    Test number
    216124089256
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass82,353 miles (+5,809)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    82,353 miles
    Test number
    648517320891

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass76,544 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    76,544 miles
    Test number
    478954306288
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside outer c.v joint corroded and leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail76,544 miles (+6,480)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,544 miles
    Test number
    711116483338
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low adjuster has no effect (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryPower steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component reservoir (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryAll 4 brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside outer c.v joint corroded and leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass70,064 miles (+9,222)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,064 miles
    Test number
    189585174226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,842 miles (+10,559)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    60,842 miles
    Test number
    889353473291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,283 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    50,283 miles
    Test number
    785200172235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,283 miles (+6,226)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,283 miles
    Test number
    659419862251
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass44,057 miles (+6,519)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    44,057 miles
    Test number
    315569061466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,538 miles (+2,540)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    37,538 miles
    Test number
    351170060252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass34,998 miles (+3,065)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,998 miles
    Test number
    352551779451
    • NoteRear number plate starting to delaminate

  23. Pass31,933 miles (+2,114)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    31,933 miles
    Test number
    641235078206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass29,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    29,819 miles
    Test number
    363848777461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail29,819 miles (+2,170)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,819 miles
    Test number
    381918177445
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

  26. Pass27,649 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,649 miles
    Test number
    603225776284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LB51 JEB

Does LB51 JEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 JEB is valid until 15 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB51 JEB?
The MOT on LB51 JEB is valid until 15 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 JEB done?
LB51 JEB was recorded at 129,008 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2025, an average of 5,324 miles a year.
Has LB51 JEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 JEB has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LB51 JEB 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 LB51 JEB find?
LB51 JEB passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; fuel pipe/s corroded.

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