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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LD03 DHYMOT history

LD03 DHY is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 10 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 108,338 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2022.

LD03 DHY blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2023
Mileage
108,338 mi
At MOT on 8 Feb 2021
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,797 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DHY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 DHY was last recorded at 108,338 miles on 8 Feb 2021, 2,438 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 7 Apr 2014: 94,028 miles, lower than 194,020 miles on 26 Mar 2014.

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
105,900 miles · 10 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
2,438 miles
Average per year
4,797 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 108,338 miles
  • 2020 – 105,900 miles
  • 2018 – 102,635 miles
  • 2017 – 99,475 miles
  • 2016 – 94,852 miles
  • 2015 – 94,256 miles
  • 2014 – 94,028 miles
  • 2013 – 89,599 miles
  • 2012 – 85,743 miles
  • 2011 – 78,909 miles
  • 2010 – 72,184 miles
  • 2009 – 61,453 miles
  • 2008 – 54,831 miles
  • 2007 – 47,163 miles
  • 2006 – 36,604 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2020

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    686515275737
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass108,338 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    492804323360
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail108,338 miles (+2,438)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    470772341562
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass105,900 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    105,900 miles
    Test number
    220721275000
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  5. Fail105,900 miles (+3,265)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,900 miles
    Test number
    675801839715
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Pass102,635 miles (+3,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    102,635 miles
    Test number
    162769387588
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass99,475 miles (+4,623)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    491832588088
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  8. Pass94,852 miles (+596)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    94,852 miles
    Test number
    899278349153
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  9. Pass94,256 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    94,256 miles
    Test number
    479121056874
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  10. Fail94,256 miles (+228)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,256 miles
    Test number
    621600965797
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
  11. Pass94,028 miles (-99,992)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    94,028 miles
    Test number
    168657894460
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  12. Fail194,020 miles (+104,421)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    194,020 miles
    Test number
    918255684037
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass89,599 miles (+3,856)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    89,599 miles
    Test number
    958407373048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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)
    • NoteCenter stop lamp not working
  14. Pass85,743 miles (+6,834)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,743 miles
    Test number
    126299662438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,909 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,909 miles
    Test number
    565246871008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,891 miles (+6,707)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,891 miles
    Test number
    617154671060
    • FailureNearside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass72,184 miles (+10,731)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    72,184 miles
    Test number
    132394270458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail61,453 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,453 miles
    Test number
    360762979001
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  19. Pass61,453 miles (+6,622)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    61,453 miles
    Test number
    830542479060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass54,831 miles (+7,668)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,831 miles
    Test number
    650383168066
    • 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)
  21. Pass47,163 miles (+10,559)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    47,163 miles
    Test number
    533027567068
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass36,604 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,604 miles
    Test number
    961616056033
    • NoteDeep cut at nearside rear tyre outer wall

Questions about LD03 DHY

Does LD03 DHY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 DHY expired on 9 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DHY?
The MOT on LD03 DHY expired on 9 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 DHY done?
LD03 DHY was recorded at 108,338 miles at its MOT on 8 Feb 2021, an average of 4,797 miles a year.
Has LD03 DHY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DHY has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LD03 DHY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 7 Apr 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 DHY find?
LD03 DHY passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2022 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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