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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 DLFMOT history

LD03 DLF is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 27 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 98,461 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 22 Oct 2024
Mileage
98,461 mi
At MOT on 20 Oct 2020
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 DLF
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
18 Oct 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD03 DLF was last recorded at 98,461 miles on 20 Oct 2020, 1,731 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Oct 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
96,730 miles · 23 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
1,731 miles
Average per year
4,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2020 – 98,461 miles
  • 2019 – 96,730 miles
  • 2018 – 94,100 miles
  • 2017 – 91,715 miles
  • 2016 – 90,194 miles
  • 2015 – 86,805 miles
  • 2014 – 83,682 miles
  • 2013 – 75,073 miles
  • 2012 – 74,990 miles
  • 2011 – 68,667 miles
  • 2010 – 63,861 miles
  • 2009 – 58,582 miles
  • 2008 – 50,670 miles
  • 2007 – 42,992 miles
  • 2006 – 36,841 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
  • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

What MOT failures 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, 2018–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Engine covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous15 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    149391241794
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Body component corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    566855198331
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    793244298743
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    861410299589
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    310596875396
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR/OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR/OSR (5.2.3 (e))

  6. FailMileage not read2 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    844843846166
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing NSF/OSF (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR/OSR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge NSR/OSR (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass98,461 miles (+1,731)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    98,461 miles
    Test number
    594066470265
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFull inspection of main brake pipes not possible

  8. Pass96,730 miles (+2,630)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,730 miles
    Test number
    439518236610
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll tyres perished
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass slightly obstructed

  9. Pass94,100 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    94,100 miles
    Test number
    179236292498
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Fail94,090 miles (+2,375)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,090 miles
    Test number
    494896634117
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass91,715 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    91,715 miles
    Test number
    559753531911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail91,714 miles (+1,520)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,714 miles
    Test number
    962881382335
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Torque/reaction arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass90,194 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    871738760335
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail90,194 miles (+3,389)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,194 miles
    Test number
    576494803790
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass86,805 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    86,805 miles
    Test number
    377460578032
    • 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)

  16. Fail86,802 miles (+3,120)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,802 miles
    Test number
    204313623783
    • FailureFront Power steering component(s) leaking pipe (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Pass83,682 miles (+8,609)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,682 miles
    Test number
    439834624230
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass75,073 miles (+83)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    75,073 miles
    Test number
    388871033265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass74,990 miles (+6,323)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    74,990 miles
    Test number
    257267732241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass68,667 miles (+4,806)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    68,667 miles
    Test number
    648224331256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,861 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    63,861 miles
    Test number
    380805530204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,854 miles (+5,272)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,854 miles
    Test number
    303325330226
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  23. Pass58,582 miles (+7,912)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    58,582 miles
    Test number
    502374849220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass50,670 miles (+7,678)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    50,670 miles
    Test number
    520509118294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass42,992 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    42,992 miles
    Test number
    762039027288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail42,982 miles (+6,141)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,982 miles
    Test number
    550787327266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass36,841 miles (+2,532)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    36,841 miles
    Test number
    873902046236
    • 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)

  28. Pass34,309 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2007
    Odometer
    34,309 miles
    Test number
    873728626133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 DLF

Does LD03 DLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 DLF expired on 22 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 DLF?
The MOT on LD03 DLF expired on 22 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 DLF done?
LD03 DLF was recorded at 98,461 miles at its MOT on 20 Oct 2020, an average of 4,439 miles a year.
Has LD03 DLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 DLF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LD03 DLF 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 LD03 DLF find?
LD03 DLF failed its latest MOT on 18 Oct 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 15 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value; central stop lamp(s) not working; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits, and 19 more.

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