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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LD08 LOAMOT history

LD08 LOA is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 96,795 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2026.

LD08 LOA blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 11 May 2027
Mileage
96,795 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,350 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 LOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 May 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 LOA was last recorded at 96,795 miles on 24 Apr 2026, 12,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,913 miles · 28 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
12,882 miles
Average per year
4,350 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,795 miles
  • 2025 – 83,913 miles
  • 2024 – 74,899 miles
  • 2023 – 69,265 miles
  • 2022 – 69,049 miles
  • 2021 – 68,627 miles
  • 2020 – 68,099 miles
  • 2019 – 67,032 miles
  • 2018 – 65,169 miles
  • 2017 – 61,918 miles
  • 2016 – 54,918 miles
  • 2015 – 48,037 miles
  • 2014 – 45,387 miles
  • 2013 – 41,393 miles
  • 2012 – 37,698 miles
  • 2011 – 32,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,795 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

20 tests since 18 Jul 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,795 miles (+12,882)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2027
    Odometer
    96,795 miles
    Test number
    600995903175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass83,913 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2026
    Odometer
    83,913 miles
    Test number
    428929427694
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail83,910 miles (+9,011)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,910 miles
    Test number
    881450421456
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass74,899 miles (+5,634)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2025
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    138747333452
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  5. Pass69,265 miles (+216)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    69,265 miles
    Test number
    119317514909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass69,049 miles (+422)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    69,049 miles
    Test number
    804725215695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,627 miles (+528)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    68,627 miles
    Test number
    593438262419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass68,099 miles (+1,067)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,099 miles
    Test number
    136285994799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,032 miles (+1,863)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    67,032 miles
    Test number
    541785395304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass65,169 miles (+3,251)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    65,169 miles
    Test number
    984381624760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass61,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    61,918 miles
    Test number
    605603828323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail61,913 miles (+6,995)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,913 miles
    Test number
    724190111231
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass54,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    54,918 miles
    Test number
    717095928206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail54,918 miles (+6,881)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,918 miles
    Test number
    890657168143
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass48,037 miles (+2,650)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    48,037 miles
    Test number
    948216735009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass45,387 miles (+3,994)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    45,387 miles
    Test number
    619526334047
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front and offside rear tyres worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre cracking

  17. Fail41,393 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,393 miles
    Test number
    506132123092
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

  18. Pass41,393 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,393 miles
    Test number
    985072523096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,698 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    37,698 miles
    Test number
    718658042083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass32,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    32,556 miles
    Test number
    658879591101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 LOA

Does LD08 LOA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 LOA is valid until 11 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 LOA?
The MOT on LD08 LOA is valid until 11 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 LOA done?
LD08 LOA was recorded at 96,795 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2026, an average of 4,350 miles a year.
Has LD08 LOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 LOA has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LD08 LOA 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 LD08 LOA find?
LD08 LOA passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges; nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush, and 2 more.

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