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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,997 cc

LB54 TFZMOT history

LB54 TFZ is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 31 Dec 2004. Its MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023 and it has passed 14 of 23 MOT tests, with 74,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 Mar 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Mar 2023
Mileage
74,131 mi
At MOT on 31 Mar 2022
MOT tests
23
14 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,823 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 TFZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,997 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Dec 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
31 Mar 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 TFZ was last recorded at 74,131 miles on 31 Mar 2022, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
74,128 miles · 29 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
3,823 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 74,131 miles
  • 2021 – 70,625 miles
  • 2020 – 68,719 miles
  • 2019 – 66,250 miles
  • 2018 – 62,833 miles
  • 2017 – 59,653 miles
  • 2015 – 56,465 miles
  • 2014 – 52,514 miles
  • 2013 – 48,984 miles
  • 2012 – 42,522 miles
  • 2010 – 37,745 miles
  • 2009 – 30,697 miles
  • 2008 – 24,485 miles
  • 2007 – 19,458 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass74,131 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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside front under tray loose

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Slight play offside inner rack end ball joint

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Runflat light is on

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 11 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass74,131 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    74,131 miles
    Test number
    408388167762

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail74,128 miles (+3,503)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,128 miles
    Test number
    747121974868
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  3. Pass70,625 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    70,625 miles
    Test number
    983374097211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail70,624 miles (+1,905)6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,624 miles
    Test number
    310313920732
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm - front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front lower arm - front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front upper arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  5. Pass68,719 miles (+2,469)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    68,719 miles
    Test number
    658484259618
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front & rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays & sill covers fitted.

  6. Pass66,250 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    66,250 miles
    Test number
    730947447137
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front under tray loose
    • AdvisorySlight play offside inner rack end ball joint

  7. Fail66,250 miles (+3,417)1 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,250 miles
    Test number
    502998964635
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn offside rear lower arm ( front outer bush) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside front under tray loose
    • AdvisorySlight play offside inner rack end ball joint
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure light on

  8. Pass62,833 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    996372025283
    • AdvisoryRunflat light is on

  9. Fail62,832 miles (+3,179)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,832 miles
    Test number
    447533652405
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryRunflat light is on

  10. Pass59,653 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    59,653 miles
    Test number
    208884129785
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe is damp
    • AdvisoryRunflat light is on

  11. Fail59,653 miles (+3,188)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,653 miles
    Test number
    427479196809
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe is damp
    • AdvisoryRunflat light is on

  12. Pass56,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    56,465 miles
    Test number
    449411638020
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills engine and underbody

  13. Fail56,465 miles (+3,951)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,465 miles
    Test number
    684606199526
    • Repaired at testTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted to sills engine and underbody

  14. Pass52,514 miles (+96)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    52,514 miles
    Test number
    867585404366
    • NoteOffside rear vehicle damaged and bumper reflecter missing vehicle has two reflecters in rear lights

  15. Fail52,418 miles (+3,434)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,418 miles
    Test number
    745826694227
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteOffside rear vehicle damaged and bumper reflecter missing vehicle has two reflecters in rear lights

  16. Pass48,984 miles (+738)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    48,984 miles
    Test number
    435212583249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail48,246 miles (+5,724)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,246 miles
    Test number
    339734013201
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • 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)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass42,522 miles (+4,777)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    42,522 miles
    Test number
    689484402085
    • NoteAccident damage to n/s outer sill cover
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a small outer sidewall cut

  19. Pass37,745 miles (+7,048)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    37,745 miles
    Test number
    610044140330
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass30,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    30,697 miles
    Test number
    371200959376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail30,697 miles (+6,212)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,697 miles
    Test number
    994110159306
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  22. Pass24,485 miles (+5,027)
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    24,485 miles
    Test number
    171626548396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass19,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    881865347327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB54 TFZ

Does LB54 TFZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB54 TFZ expired on 30 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB54 TFZ?
The MOT on LB54 TFZ expired on 30 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB54 TFZ done?
LB54 TFZ was recorded at 74,131 miles at its MOT on 31 Mar 2022, an average of 3,823 miles a year.
Has LB54 TFZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 TFZ has failed 9 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on LB54 TFZ 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 TFZ find?
LB54 TFZ passed its latest MOT on 31 Mar 2022 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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