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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LB53 PHUMOT history

LB53 PHU is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 30 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 219,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Dec 2025
Mileage
219,059 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2024
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 PHU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 PHU was last recorded at 219,059 miles on 20 Dec 2024, 9,567 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 9 Feb 2010: 69,541 miles, lower than 91,909 miles on 16 Feb 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
209,492 miles · 22 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
9,567 miles
Average per year
9,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 219,059 miles
  • 2023 – 209,492 miles
  • 2022 – 202,320 miles
  • 2021 – 188,325 miles
  • 2020 – 173,205 miles
  • 2019 – 150,964 miles
  • 2018 – 142,949 miles
  • 2017 – 131,264 miles
  • 2016 – 119,477 miles
  • 2015 – 106,998 miles
  • 2014 – 98,165 miles
  • 2013 – 92,678 miles
  • 2012 – 85,458 miles
  • 2011 – 76,706 miles
  • 2010 – 69,541 miles
  • 2009 – 91,909 miles
  • 2008 – 54,337 miles
  • 2007 – 47,575 miles
  • 2006 – 40,924 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass219,059 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

27 tests since 17 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass219,059 miles (+9,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    219,059 miles
    Test number
    172398901855
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass209,492 miles (+7,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    209,492 miles
    Test number
    209512485376
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass202,320 miles (+44)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    202,320 miles
    Test number
    205114454295
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail202,276 miles (+13,951)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,276 miles
    Test number
    503635162005
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass188,325 miles (+245)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    188,325 miles
    Test number
    642731227679
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail188,080 miles (+14,875)3 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,080 miles
    Test number
    800061661440
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass173,205 miles (+296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    173,205 miles
    Test number
    991072485063
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Fail172,909 miles (+21,945)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,909 miles
    Test number
    549554878711
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  9. Pass150,964 miles (+8,015)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    150,964 miles
    Test number
    301565732952
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNoise and slight play from steering .plastic covers prevent proper inspection

  10. Pass142,949 miles (+11,685)
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    142,949 miles
    Test number
    553814959719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass131,264 miles (+11,787)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    131,264 miles
    Test number
    840909157919
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Pass119,477 miles (+50)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    119,477 miles
    Test number
    387363873833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail119,427 miles (+12,429)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,427 miles
    Test number
    485662383894
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  14. Pass106,998 miles (+8,833)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    106,998 miles
    Test number
    327693275093
    • Note...Thanx 4visiting us...
    • NoteBad oil leak seen from below, (source unknown)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteRear tyres have worn low & just within the legal limit (n/s also nailed)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass98,165 miles (+5,487)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    98,165 miles
    Test number
    825927434004
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass92,678 miles (+7,220)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    92,678 miles
    Test number
    667869133096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,458 miles (+8,752)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    85,458 miles
    Test number
    288415942096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass76,706 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,706 miles
    Test number
    479162841033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail76,682 miles (+7,141)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,682 miles
    Test number
    909901841050
    • DangerousNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass69,541 miles (-22,368)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,541 miles
    Test number
    510450340059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass91,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    91,909 miles
    Test number
    823417749074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail61,909 miles (+7,572)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,909 miles
    Test number
    843247049063
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass54,337 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    370399538043
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngeni oil level low

  24. Fail54,337 miles (+6,762)1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,337 miles
    Test number
    850559538031
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • NoteEngeni oil level low

  25. Pass47,575 miles (+101)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    47,575 miles
    Test number
    904236047076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail47,474 miles (+6,550)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,474 miles
    Test number
    463361947085
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass40,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    40,924 miles
    Test number
    521178346036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 PHU

Does LB53 PHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 PHU expired on 21 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 PHU?
The MOT on LB53 PHU expired on 21 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 PHU done?
LB53 PHU was recorded at 219,059 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2024, an average of 9,456 miles a year.
Has LB53 PHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 PHU has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB53 PHU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 9 Feb 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 PHU find?
LB53 PHU passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm; offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm.

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