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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 OCVMOT history

LD03 OCV is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 19 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 150,320 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

LD03 OCV silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jan 2027
Mileage
150,320 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 OCV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 OCV was last recorded at 150,320 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 13,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,401 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
13,919 miles
Average per year
5,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 150,320 miles
  • 2025 – 136,401 miles
  • 2024 – 121,236 miles
  • 2023 – 101,824 miles
  • 2022 – 86,889 miles
  • 2020 – 72,490 miles
  • 2019 – 72,078 miles
  • 2018 – 71,042 miles
  • 2017 – 70,315 miles
  • 2016 – 68,605 miles
  • 2015 – 66,258 miles
  • 2014 – 65,462 miles
  • 2013 – 64,080 miles
  • 2012 – 60,743 miles
  • 2011 – 58,035 miles
  • 2010 – 53,308 miles
  • 2009 – 50,301 miles
  • 2008 – 45,371 miles
  • 2007 – 39,715 miles
  • 2006 – 36,477 miles
  • 2005 – 29,754 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,320 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryParking Brake just making Minimum Required Efficency

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 Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre sidewall perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre sidewall and tread perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 30 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,320 miles (+13,919)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    150,320 miles
    Test number
    699144130894
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Inner Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake just making Minimum Required Efficency

  2. Pass136,401 miles (+15,165)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    136,401 miles
    Test number
    709340598351
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass121,236 miles (+19,412)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    121,236 miles
    Test number
    914889823781
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip in Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy Wear to Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear SubFrame Mounting Bushes Worn but not allowing Excessive Movement

  4. Pass101,824 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,824 miles
    Test number
    227502400831
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chips in Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy Wear to Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail101,824 miles (+14,935)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,824 miles
    Test number
    643894290588
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Small Chips in Screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavy Wear to Inside Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass86,889 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    630464038866
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail86,889 miles (+14,399)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    787969511919
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass72,490 miles (+412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,490 miles
    Test number
    564367419256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper surface rust rear floor near subframe mount
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass72,078 miles (+1,036)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,078 miles
    Test number
    189603707144
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective Corrosion in area of front joint (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass71,042 miles (+727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    71,042 miles
    Test number
    792286287933
    • AdvisorySlight drag on o/s/f brake
    • AdvisorySlight perishing and several small cuts on rear tyres

  11. Pass70,315 miles (+1,710)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,315 miles
    Test number
    250955903374
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre sidewall and tread perished
    • AdvisoryO/S/R tyre sidewall and tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  12. Pass68,605 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    554777498312
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre sidewall and tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Fail68,605 miles (+2,347)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,605 miles
    Test number
    260311108103
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre sidewall perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre sidewall and tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  14. Pass66,258 miles (+796)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,258 miles
    Test number
    623357704917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass65,462 miles (+1,382)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,462 miles
    Test number
    495565924454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass64,080 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,080 miles
    Test number
    767885513301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,743 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,743 miles
    Test number
    918981622303

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,741 miles (+2,706)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,741 miles
    Test number
    129849712317
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteTested wet and muddy

  19. Pass58,035 miles (+4,727)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    58,035 miles
    Test number
    315435601347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,308 miles (+3,007)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    53,308 miles
    Test number
    420967300388
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront brake disc inner surfaces corroded and worn
    • NoteFront tyres starting to wear on inner edges

  21. Pass50,301 miles (+4,930)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    50,301 miles
    Test number
    720184319346
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth outer sills and undertrays fitted

  22. Pass45,371 miles (+5,656)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    45,371 miles
    Test number
    271340738380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass39,715 miles (+3,238)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    39,715 miles
    Test number
    120322817341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass36,477 miles (+6,723)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    36,477 miles
    Test number
    210655026328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,754 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    29,754 miles
    Test number
    581384635348
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Questions about LD03 OCV

Does LD03 OCV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 OCV is valid until 27 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD03 OCV?
The MOT on LD03 OCV is valid until 27 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 OCV done?
LD03 OCV was recorded at 150,320 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 5,982 miles a year.
Has LD03 OCV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 OCV has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LD03 OCV 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 OCV find?
LD03 OCV passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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