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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 ECZMOT history

LD03 ECZ is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 29 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,457 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Nov 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 27 Nov 2023
Mileage
137,457 mi
At MOT on 28 Nov 2022
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,690 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 ECZ
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
29 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Nov 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Nov 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 ECZ was last recorded at 137,457 miles on 28 Nov 2022, 1,888 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,569 miles · 12 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,888 miles
Average per year
5,690 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 137,457 miles
  • 2021 – 135,569 miles
  • 2019 – 131,821 miles
  • 2018 – 126,761 miles
  • 2016 – 118,334 miles
  • 2015 – 111,777 miles
  • 2014 – 106,908 miles
  • 2013 – 99,694 miles
  • 2012 – 89,779 miles
  • 2011 – 79,636 miles
  • 2010 – 74,821 miles
  • 2009 – 66,827 miles
  • 2008 – 59,486 miles
  • 2007 – 52,904 miles
  • 2006 – 42,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,457 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass137,457 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    137,457 miles
    Test number
    683369834039
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail137,457 miles (+1,888)2 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,457 miles
    Test number
    533429634656
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both misty (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,569 miles (+3,748)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    135,569 miles
    Test number
    953253703672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass131,821 miles (+5,060)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    131,821 miles
    Test number
    280284752796
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass126,761 miles (+4,456)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    126,761 miles
    Test number
    802410303201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,305 miles (+3,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    122,305 miles
    Test number
    924522887272
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  7. Pass118,334 miles (+2,706)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    118,334 miles
    Test number
    362154797907
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

  8. Pass115,628 miles (+3,851)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    115,628 miles
    Test number
    816257456606

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass111,777 miles (+4,869)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    111,777 miles
    Test number
    195033205440
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  10. Pass106,908 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    106,908 miles
    Test number
    556042604174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail106,908 miles (+7,214)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,908 miles
    Test number
    948992204168
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

  12. Fail99,694 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    545559703142
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass99,694 miles (+9,915)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    99,694 miles
    Test number
    826289303193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass89,779 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    89,779 miles
    Test number
    999172822197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working

  15. Fail89,779 miles (+10,143)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,779 miles
    Test number
    957721022119
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteCentre stop lamp not working

  16. Pass79,636 miles (+4,815)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    79,636 miles
    Test number
    966318811193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,821 miles (+7,994)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    74,821 miles
    Test number
    630708110163
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front & rear number plates slightly deteriorated!

  18. Pass66,827 miles (+7,341)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    66,827 miles
    Test number
    720676669087
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  19. Pass59,486 miles (+6,582)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    59,486 miles
    Test number
    801309978009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,904 miles (+10,352)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    52,904 miles
    Test number
    593181087066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass42,552 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,552 miles
    Test number
    291094586053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD03 ECZ

Does LD03 ECZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD03 ECZ expired on 27 Nov 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD03 ECZ?
The MOT on LD03 ECZ expired on 27 Nov 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD03 ECZ done?
LD03 ECZ was recorded at 137,457 miles at its MOT on 28 Nov 2022, an average of 5,690 miles a year.
Has LD03 ECZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 ECZ has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LD03 ECZ 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 ECZ find?
LD03 ECZ passed its latest MOT on 28 Nov 2022 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both misty; front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 2 more.

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