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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB54 PVZMOT history

LB54 PVZ is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 26 Feb 2005. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 224,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2023
Mileage
224,712 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2022
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 PVZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Feb 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 PVZ was last recorded at 224,712 miles on 21 Jan 2022, 1,240 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jan 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 27 Feb 2014: 133,436 miles, lower than 190,952 miles on 27 Feb 2013.

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
223,472 miles · 15 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
1,240 miles
Average per year
11,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 224,712 miles
  • 2021 – 214,745 miles
  • 2019 – 199,927 miles
  • 2018 – 191,070 miles
  • 2017 – 157,341 miles
  • 2016 – 154,217 miles
  • 2015 – 150,359 miles
  • 2014 – 133,436 miles
  • 2013 – 190,952 miles
  • 2012 – 169,014 miles
  • 2011 – 145,906 miles
  • 2010 – 118,281 miles
  • 2009 – 92,014 miles
  • 2008 – 62,439 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass224,712 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

22 tests since 1 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass224,712 miles (+1,240)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    224,712 miles
    Test number
    649553239549
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail223,472 miles (+8,727)5 dangerous4 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    223,472 miles
    Test number
    341494845123
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture To joint in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture To joint in front of fuel tank (1.1.11 (a))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt installation load spreading washer(s) missing from anchorage (10.1 (n))
    • MajorFluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users Fuel filter leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps Flashing on and off (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Nearside and offside deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Swept area scratched (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake poor
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass214,745 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    214,745 miles
    Test number
    225219064706
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail214,736 miles (+14,809)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,736 miles
    Test number
    530949973960
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass199,927 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    199,927 miles
    Test number
    766660074316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail199,897 miles (+8,827)19 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,897 miles
    Test number
    190577639645
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn outer (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass191,070 miles (+25,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    191,070 miles
    Test number
    269410703024
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail165,207 miles (+7,866)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,207 miles
    Test number
    849343970292
    • DangerousOffside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass157,341 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    157,341 miles
    Test number
    772491595339
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Fail157,341 miles (+3,124)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,341 miles
    Test number
    992624198194
    • Repaired at testNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass154,217 miles (+3,858)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    154,217 miles
    Test number
    711640331316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass150,359 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    150,359 miles
    Test number
    409629655051
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail150,359 miles (+16,923)2 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,359 miles
    Test number
    948859655050
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass133,436 miles (-57,516)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    133,436 miles
    Test number
    217098354083
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass190,952 miles (+21,938)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    190,952 miles
    Test number
    125318853499
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAirbag and pre tensioner fault warning illuminated indicating a malfunction

  16. Pass169,014 miles (+497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    169,014 miles
    Test number
    185897132091
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Fail168,517 miles (+22,611)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,517 miles
    Test number
    507380632039
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  18. Pass145,906 miles (+27,625)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    145,906 miles
    Test number
    115525531433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass118,281 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    118,281 miles
    Test number
    204382840087
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Fail118,281 miles (+26,267)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,281 miles
    Test number
    970092340093
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass92,014 miles (+29,575)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    92,014 miles
    Test number
    164311859046
    • 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)

  22. Pass62,439 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    62,439 miles
    Test number
    952362738036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 PVZ

Does LB54 PVZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 PVZ expired on 21 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 PVZ?
The MOT on LB54 PVZ expired on 21 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 PVZ done?
LB54 PVZ was recorded at 224,712 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2022, an average of 11,615 miles a year.
Has LB54 PVZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 PVZ has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 PVZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 27 Feb 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 PVZ find?
LB54 PVZ passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2022 with 4 advisories: nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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