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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 RLZMOT history

LB56 RLZ is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 5 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 147,006 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Jan 2026
Mileage
147,006 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 RLZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
5 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 RLZ was last recorded at 147,006 miles on 22 Jan 2025, 15 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,991 miles · 25 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
15 miles
Average per year
5,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 147,006 miles
  • 2024 – 146,991 miles
  • 2023 – 131,965 miles
  • 2022 – 131,275 miles
  • 2021 – 129,479 miles
  • 2020 – 127,579 miles
  • 2019 – 124,949 miles
  • 2018 – 120,569 miles
  • 2017 – 116,087 miles
  • 2016 – 111,155 miles
  • 2015 – 105,095 miles
  • 2014 – 90,689 miles
  • 2013 – 85,285 miles
  • 2012 – 85,028 miles
  • 2011 – 76,252 miles
  • 2010 – 69,610 miles
  • 2009 – 59,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,006 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective x1 bracket detached[rear box] (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2010

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

23 tests since 1 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,006 miles (+15)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    147,006 miles
    Test number
    405312280603
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective x1 bracket detached[rear box] (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x4 (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,991 miles (+15,026)3 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,991 miles
    Test number
    281128570071
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracked[inner edge] (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced misted poor image (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced misted poor image (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) both
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x4 bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass131,965 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    131,965 miles
    Test number
    512474892905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,275 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,275 miles
    Test number
    707526346271
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail131,275 miles (+1,796)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,275 miles
    Test number
    582241501752
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass129,479 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    129,479 miles
    Test number
    136649873229
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail129,479 miles (+1,900)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,479 miles
    Test number
    977320667779
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer side wall slight damage (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass127,579 miles (+2,630)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    127,579 miles
    Test number
    814850862855
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  9. Pass124,949 miles (+4,380)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    124,949 miles
    Test number
    425029326768

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass120,569 miles (+4,482)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    120,569 miles
    Test number
    405268631232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass116,087 miles (+4,932)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    116,087 miles
    Test number
    698026080382
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres worn low on inner edges

  12. Pass111,155 miles (+6,060)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    111,155 miles
    Test number
    315148613930
    • 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)

  13. Pass105,095 miles (+14,406)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    105,095 miles
    Test number
    465452145004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass90,689 miles (+151)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    90,689 miles
    Test number
    758923764241
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail90,538 miles (+5,253)2 failures2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,538 miles
    Test number
    376426954217
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass85,285 miles (+59)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,285 miles
    Test number
    278450083207

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass85,226 miles (+198)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    85,226 miles
    Test number
    226153023026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass85,028 miles (+8,776)
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    85,028 miles
    Test number
    629879832314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass76,252 miles (+6,642)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    76,252 miles
    Test number
    349046001344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,610 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    69,610 miles
    Test number
    400090650413
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing inner edges

  21. Fail69,610 miles (+10,537)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,610 miles
    Test number
    481108140421
    • FailureNearside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear tyres wearing inner edges

  22. Pass59,073 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    59,073 miles
    Test number
    941436139389
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage front number plate.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

  23. Fail59,073 miles2 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,073 miles
    Test number
    911255839306
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteDamage front number plate.
    • NoteDamage wheel rims.

Questions about LB56 RLZ

Does LB56 RLZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB56 RLZ expired on 21 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB56 RLZ?
The MOT on LB56 RLZ expired on 21 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB56 RLZ done?
LB56 RLZ was recorded at 147,006 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2025, an average of 5,807 miles a year.
Has LB56 RLZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 RLZ has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LB56 RLZ 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 LB56 RLZ find?
LB56 RLZ passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: exhaust mounting defective x1 bracket detached[rear box]; rear sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement x4.

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