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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,926 cc

LB54 TCOMOT history

LB54 TCO is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 23 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 151,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
151,132 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,965 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 TCO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
23 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 TCO was last recorded at 151,132 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 17,718 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,414 miles · 19 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
17,718 miles
Average per year
7,965 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 151,132 miles
  • 2024 – 133,414 miles
  • 2022 – 127,733 miles
  • 2021 – 122,885 miles
  • 2020 – 115,237 miles
  • 2019 – 100,317 miles
  • 2018 – 89,233 miles
  • 2017 – 76,706 miles
  • 2016 – 71,837 miles
  • 2015 – 64,780 miles
  • 2014 – 60,731 miles
  • 2013 – 51,082 miles
  • 2012 – 44,661 miles
  • 2011 – 34,881 miles
  • 2010 – 27,873 miles
  • 2008 – 20,299 miles
  • 2007 – 12,826 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,132 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes in poor condition.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Under tray and engine cover fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 23 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,132 miles (+17,718)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,132 miles
    Test number
    258913079165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass133,414 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    133,414 miles
    Test number
    965161864680
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail133,414 miles (+5,681)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,414 miles
    Test number
    646825193671
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both sides
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass127,733 miles (+4,848)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    127,733 miles
    Test number
    308026565760
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass122,885 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    603708071558
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes in poor condition. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning light illuminated.

  6. Fail122,885 miles (+7,648)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,885 miles
    Test number
    342713320810
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure damaged fixing lugs. (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes in poor condition. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTpms on indicating fault .

  7. Pass115,237 miles (+103)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    115,237 miles
    Test number
    309321398257
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in both front steering arm inner joints

  8. Fail115,134 miles (+14,817)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,134 miles
    Test number
    273755627682
    • MajorExhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake light stays on

  9. Pass100,317 miles (+11,084)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    100,317 miles
    Test number
    564512762495
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass89,233 miles (+12,527)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,233 miles
    Test number
    706295271564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  11. Pass76,706 miles (+4,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,706 miles
    Test number
    222892864575
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray and engine cover fitted

  12. Pass71,837 miles (+7,057)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    71,837 miles
    Test number
    199962841517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,780 miles (+4,049)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,780 miles
    Test number
    235048975049
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass60,731 miles (+9,649)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    60,731 miles
    Test number
    528538274026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,082 miles (+6,421)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,082 miles
    Test number
    106242553415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,661 miles (+9,780)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    44,661 miles
    Test number
    485750512027
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Pass34,881 miles (+7,008)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    34,881 miles
    Test number
    217970011057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass27,873 miles (+7,574)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    27,873 miles
    Test number
    473126310034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass20,299 miles (+7,473)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    20,299 miles
    Test number
    460207448445
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass12,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    12,826 miles
    Test number
    212557627331
    • NoteN/S/R tyre has a very slight bulge on inner edge.

Questions about LB54 TCO

Does LB54 TCO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 TCO expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 TCO?
The MOT on LB54 TCO expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 TCO done?
LB54 TCO was recorded at 151,132 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 7,965 miles a year.
Has LB54 TCO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 TCO has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LB54 TCO 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 LB54 TCO find?
LB54 TCO passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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