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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LB51 ORXMOT history

LB51 ORX is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 5 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 134,987 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
134,987 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,076 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB51 ORX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB51 ORX was last recorded at 134,987 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 9,444 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,543 miles · 15 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,444 miles
Average per year
6,076 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 134,987 miles
  • 2025 – 125,543 miles
  • 2024 – 116,752 miles
  • 2023 – 112,556 miles
  • 2022 – 109,207 miles
  • 2021 – 106,954 miles
  • 2020 – 105,280 miles
  • 2019 – 101,560 miles
  • 2018 – 97,776 miles
  • 2017 – 94,229 miles
  • 2016 – 91,546 miles
  • 2015 – 83,101 miles
  • 2014 – 81,781 miles
  • 2011 – 61,871 miles
  • 2010 – 54,848 miles
  • 2009 – 41,772 miles
  • 2008 – 27,256 miles
  • 2007 – 22,057 miles
  • 2006 – 16,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass134,987 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper (5.3.4 (b) (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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Engine has an oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass134,987 miles (+9,444)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    134,987 miles
    Test number
    531170170445
    • MinorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  2. Pass125,543 miles (+8,791)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    125,543 miles
    Test number
    223875331961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,752 miles (+4,196)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    116,752 miles
    Test number
    182125437465
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass112,556 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    112,556 miles
    Test number
    553336007819
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,556 miles (+3,349)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,556 miles
    Test number
    426767762942
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass109,207 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    109,207 miles
    Test number
    567324244380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake readings low
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Fail109,207 miles (+30)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,207 miles
    Test number
    831697932783
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake readings low
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  8. Fail109,177 miles (+2,223)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,177 miles
    Test number
    321813770774
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass106,954 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,954 miles
    Test number
    700501830350
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  10. Fail106,954 miles (+1,674)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,954 miles
    Test number
    218851430752
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  11. Pass105,280 miles (+138)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    105,280 miles
    Test number
    388959622774
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail105,142 miles (+3,582)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,142 miles
    Test number
    710071301631
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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
    • AdvisoryEngine has an oil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass101,560 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    101,560 miles
    Test number
    973161736865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake reading low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail101,547 miles (+3,771)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,547 miles
    Test number
    621351119753
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear parking brake reading low
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass97,776 miles (+3,547)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    97,776 miles
    Test number
    130683770177
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn.

  16. Pass94,229 miles (+2,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    94,229 miles
    Test number
    704336419249
    • AdvisoryEngine cover & under trays fitted.

  17. Pass91,546 miles (+8,445)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    91,546 miles
    Test number
    800105646060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,101 miles (+1,320)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    83,101 miles
    Test number
    559325355028
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass81,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    81,781 miles
    Test number
    548397354013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. PassMileage not read1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    127829773402
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass61,871 miles (+7,023)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    61,871 miles
    Test number
    825103261291
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  22. Pass54,848 miles (+13,076)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    54,848 miles
    Test number
    322843260222
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  23. Pass41,772 miles (+266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,772 miles
    Test number
    111915489223
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Fail41,506 miles (+14,250)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,506 miles
    Test number
    150621189221
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  25. Pass27,256 miles (+5,199)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    27,256 miles
    Test number
    370804688488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,057 miles (+5,247)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,057 miles
    Test number
    294516297227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,810 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    16,810 miles
    Test number
    230755586269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB51 ORX

Does LB51 ORX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB51 ORX is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB51 ORX?
The MOT on LB51 ORX is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB51 ORX done?
LB51 ORX was recorded at 134,987 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 6,076 miles a year.
Has LB51 ORX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB51 ORX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LB51 ORX 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 ORX find?
LB51 ORX passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects: nearside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper; offside rear suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both upper.

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