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BMW 530

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LC55 VMPMOT history

LC55 VMP is a grey petrol BMW 530 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,506 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 1 Apr 2026
Mileage
132,506 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2025
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LC55 VMP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LC55 VMP was last recorded at 132,506 miles on 2 Apr 2025, 4,586 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,920 miles · 14 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
4,586 miles
Average per year
6,562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 132,506 miles
  • 2024 – 127,920 miles
  • 2023 – 122,945 miles
  • 2022 – 116,174 miles
  • 2021 – 107,876 miles
  • 2020 – 101,220 miles
  • 2019 – 96,112 miles
  • 2018 – 89,760 miles
  • 2017 – 83,529 miles
  • 2016 – 79,097 miles
  • 2015 – 72,710 miles
  • 2014 – 64,375 miles
  • 2013 – 56,690 miles
  • 2012 – 51,058 miles
  • 2011 – 45,401 miles
  • 2010 – 37,109 miles
  • 2009 – 26,867 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,506 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

26 tests since 25 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,506 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    132,506 miles
    Test number
    572377522253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail132,506 miles (+4,586)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,506 miles
    Test number
    737577219668
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass127,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    727006603780

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail127,920 miles (+4,975)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,920 miles
    Test number
    531036818344
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass122,945 miles (+6,771)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    122,945 miles
    Test number
    260537596209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass116,174 miles (+8,298)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2023
    Odometer
    116,174 miles
    Test number
    941676132065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,876 miles (+6,656)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2022
    Odometer
    107,876 miles
    Test number
    232987366833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass101,220 miles (+5,108)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    101,220 miles
    Test number
    685963737017
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass96,112 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    96,112 miles
    Test number
    361816152207
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Fail96,111 miles (+6,351)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,111 miles
    Test number
    501143870928
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

  11. Pass89,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,760 miles
    Test number
    125931584765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail89,760 miles (+6,231)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,760 miles
    Test number
    773364920915
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

  13. Pass83,529 miles (+4,432)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,529 miles
    Test number
    984192419577
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass79,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2017
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    724164286336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,097 miles (+6,387)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,097 miles
    Test number
    907958528504
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass72,710 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2016
    Odometer
    72,710 miles
    Test number
    215221725184
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail72,709 miles (+8,334)1 failure2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,709 miles
    Test number
    887997315126
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass64,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,375 miles
    Test number
    719472724195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail64,375 miles (+7,685)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,375 miles
    Test number
    237931124424
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass56,690 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    56,690 miles
    Test number
    538753623152
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail56,690 miles (+5,632)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,690 miles
    Test number
    987123323136
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass51,058 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,058 miles
    Test number
    246802632414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail51,058 miles (+5,657)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,058 miles
    Test number
    337752432141
    • FailureRear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass45,401 miles (+8,292)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2012
    Odometer
    45,401 miles
    Test number
    247406721469

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,109 miles (+10,242)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    37,109 miles
    Test number
    134574160432

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    26,867 miles
    Test number
    170086659402

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LC55 VMP

Does LC55 VMP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LC55 VMP expired on 1 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LC55 VMP?
The MOT on LC55 VMP expired on 1 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LC55 VMP done?
LC55 VMP was recorded at 132,506 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2025, an average of 6,562 miles a year.
Has LC55 VMP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LC55 VMP has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LC55 VMP 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 LC55 VMP find?
LC55 VMP passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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