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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LB54 DVLMOT history

LB54 DVL is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 17 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Sept 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 131,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Sept 2025
Mileage
131,789 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 DVL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
17 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 DVL was last recorded at 131,789 miles on 7 Sept 2024, 1,102 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Jan 2015: 4 miles, lower than 100,920 miles on 19 Dec 2013.
  • 21 Jun 2022: 134,216 miles, lower than 153,865 miles on 24 Jun 2020.
  • 1 Jul 2023: 130,687 miles, lower than 134,216 miles on 21 Jun 2022.

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
130,687 miles · 1 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
1,102 miles
Average per year
5,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 131,789 miles
  • 2023 – 130,687 miles
  • 2022 – 134,216 miles
  • 2020 – 153,865 miles
  • 2019 – 147,746 miles
  • 2018 – 142,672 miles
  • 2017 – 131,931 miles
  • 2016 – 113,864 miles
  • 2015 – 105,631 miles
  • 2013 – 100,920 miles
  • 2012 – 90,353 miles
  • 2011 – 86,549 miles
  • 2010 – 77,866 miles
  • 2009 – 70,592 miles
  • 2008 – 60,919 miles
  • 2007 – 46,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,789 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,789 miles (+1,102)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    131,789 miles
    Test number
    862229475760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass130,687 miles (-3,529)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    130,687 miles
    Test number
    559740449663
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass134,216 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    134,216 miles
    Test number
    825628750881

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    512306573385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass153,865 miles (+26)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    153,865 miles
    Test number
    385000534604
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sliding bush/gland (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail153,839 miles (+6,093)1 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,839 miles
    Test number
    828445137280
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement sliding bush/gland (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement wishbone inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass147,746 miles (+8)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,746 miles
    Test number
    988204282722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail147,738 miles (+5,066)2 dangerous8 major13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,738 miles
    Test number
    870834262305
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  9. Pass142,672 miles (+10,741)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2019
    Odometer
    142,672 miles
    Test number
    685937222886
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEvidence of fuel leak on tank but no leak detected under test conditions
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass131,931 miles12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    131,931 miles
    Test number
    627515635626
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Fail131,931 miles (+18,067)5 failures12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,931 miles
    Test number
    537023505509
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  12. Pass113,864 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    113,864 miles
    Test number
    623125155327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Fail113,864 miles (+8,233)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,864 miles
    Test number
    591854158222
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Inner Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre has slight damage to outer sidewall
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure system indicating a puncture

  14. Pass105,631 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    105,631 miles
    Test number
    675099315003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to under trays

  15. Fail4 miles (-100,916)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4 miles
    Test number
    316449915084
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteSlight damage to under trays

  16. Pass100,920 miles (+10,567)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    100,920 miles
    Test number
    146553853374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass90,353 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    90,353 miles
    Test number
    447341342378
    • 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)

  18. Fail90,353 miles (+3,804)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,353 miles
    Test number
    515261642303
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • 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)

  19. Fail86,549 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,549 miles
    Test number
    176984451342
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  20. Pass86,549 miles (+8,683)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    86,549 miles
    Test number
    545974851332
    • 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)

  21. Pass77,866 miles (+7,274)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    77,866 miles
    Test number
    580919640370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,592 miles (+9,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    70,592 miles
    Test number
    472636459408
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass60,919 miles (+14,651)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    60,919 miles
    Test number
    611750838304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    46,268 miles
    Test number
    512654227338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 DVL

Does LB54 DVL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 DVL expired on 6 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 DVL?
The MOT on LB54 DVL expired on 6 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 DVL done?
LB54 DVL was recorded at 131,789 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2024, an average of 5,091 miles a year.
Has LB54 DVL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 DVL has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jun 2020.
Has the mileage on LB54 DVL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 19 Jan 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 DVL find?
LB54 DVL passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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