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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 KOUMOT history

LD03 KOU is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 31 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Oct 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 119,149 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Oct 2026.

LD03 KOU blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Oct 2027
Mileage
119,149 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,403 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 KOU
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
31 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 KOU was last recorded at 119,149 miles on 12 Oct 2026, 2,650 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Oct 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 May 2011: 31,390 miles, lower than 72,152 miles on 12 May 2010.

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
116,499 miles · 18 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
2,650 miles
Average per year
4,403 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,149 miles
  • 2025 – 116,499 miles
  • 2024 – 114,761 miles
  • 2023 – 113,825 miles
  • 2022 – 113,358 miles
  • 2020 – 110,969 miles
  • 2019 – 109,234 miles
  • 2018 – 107,366 miles
  • 2016 – 95,467 miles
  • 2013 – 95,407 miles
  • 2012 – 88,443 miles
  • 2011 – 31,390 miles
  • 2010 – 72,152 miles
  • 2009 – 60,739 miles
  • 2008 – 51,084 miles
  • 2007 – 38,768 miles
  • 2006 – 28,807 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,149 miles

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 5 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,149 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    119,149 miles
    Test number
    370131852750

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass116,499 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    116,499 miles
    Test number
    532415878564
    • AdvisoryNearside Front obligatory Mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail116,499 miles (+1,738)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,499 miles
    Test number
    174923393452
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front obligatory Mirror deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass114,761 miles (+936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    114,761 miles
    Test number
    170113194809
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,825 miles (+467)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    113,825 miles
    Test number
    523547114695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass113,358 miles (+2,389)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    113,358 miles
    Test number
    495460760036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass110,969 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    110,969 miles
    Test number
    577342147121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail110,969 miles (+1,735)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,969 miles
    Test number
    969616235663
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass109,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    428685070590

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail109,234 miles (+1,868)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,234 miles
    Test number
    419026330679
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

  11. Pass107,366 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    107,366 miles
    Test number
    367895321077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail107,366 miles (+11,899)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,366 miles
    Test number
    160734386112
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass95,467 miles (+60)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    95,467 miles
    Test number
    541206155436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass95,407 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    398571923490
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion front,rear discs

  15. Fail95,407 miles (+6,964)7 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,407 miles
    Test number
    989942813254
    • FailureNearside Front Steering component mounting prescribed area is fractured (2.2.C.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteSurface corrosion front,rear discs

  16. Pass88,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    88,443 miles
    Test number
    225360232177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail88,443 miles (+57,053)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,443 miles
    Test number
    418180632139
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass31,390 miles (-40,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    31,390 miles
    Test number
    269313421456
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass72,152 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    72,152 miles
    Test number
    313272830180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,148 miles (+11,409)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,148 miles
    Test number
    392576820127
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

  21. Pass60,739 miles (+7)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,739 miles
    Test number
    661189199046
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail60,732 miles (+9,648)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,732 miles
    Test number
    891897899051
    • FailureOffside Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass51,084 miles (+12,316)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    51,084 miles
    Test number
    634536108165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass38,768 miles (+9,961)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    38,768 miles
    Test number
    290099287002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass28,807 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,807 miles
    Test number
    952305396000
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteWindscreen stone chipped

Questions about LD03 KOU

Does LD03 KOU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 KOU is valid until 17 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 KOU?
The MOT on LD03 KOU is valid until 17 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 KOU done?
LD03 KOU was recorded at 119,149 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2026, an average of 4,403 miles a year.
Has LD03 KOU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 KOU has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 KOU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 May 2011. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD03 KOU find?
LD03 KOU passed its latest MOT on 12 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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