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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LD08 PLJMOT history

LD08 PLJ is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 7 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 143,131 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

LD08 PLJ blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
143,131 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,924 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 PLJ
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
7 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 PLJ was last recorded at 143,131 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 8,901 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
134,230 miles · 17 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,901 miles
Average per year
6,924 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 143,131 miles
  • 2025 – 134,230 miles
  • 2024 – 127,206 miles
  • 2023 – 121,072 miles
  • 2022 – 114,791 miles
  • 2021 – 108,047 miles
  • 2020 – 97,166 miles
  • 2019 – 86,505 miles
  • 2018 – 81,657 miles
  • 2017 – 74,938 miles
  • 2016 – 69,087 miles
  • 2015 – 62,611 miles
  • 2014 – 56,720 miles
  • 2013 – 51,842 miles
  • 2012 – 45,747 miles
  • 2011 – 40,556 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,131 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

19 tests since 4 May 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,131 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    143,131 miles
    Test number
    754135300680
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail143,129 miles (+8,899)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,129 miles
    Test number
    910929672142
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass134,230 miles (+7,024)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    134,230 miles
    Test number
    188472943455
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass127,206 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    127,206 miles
    Test number
    221850410463
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Fail127,206 miles (+6,134)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,206 miles
    Test number
    394790354565
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass121,072 miles (+6,281)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    121,072 miles
    Test number
    742963325553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,791 miles (+6,744)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    114,791 miles
    Test number
    988336941904
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass108,047 miles (+10,881)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    108,047 miles
    Test number
    448940907049
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  9. Pass97,166 miles (+10,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    97,166 miles
    Test number
    274701480649
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively brake discs (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin 2mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass86,505 miles (+4,848)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    86,505 miles
    Test number
    486365397195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,657 miles (+6,719)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    81,657 miles
    Test number
    257171234006
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges( both sides front tyres) (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass74,938 miles (+5,851)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    74,938 miles
    Test number
    413503421331
    • AdvisoryEngine and under covers fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake has slight travel

  13. Pass69,087 miles (+6,476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    69,087 miles
    Test number
    858869134857
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass62,611 miles (+5,891)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    62,611 miles
    Test number
    236145835197
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  15. Pass56,720 miles (+4,878)5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    56,720 miles
    Test number
    728751704195
    • 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)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn out on edges
    • NoteN/S/R tyre perished and cracking between treads
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass51,842 miles (+6,095)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    51,842 miles
    Test number
    356768993039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edge

  17. Pass45,747 miles (+258)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,747 miles
    Test number
    326125592089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,489 miles (+4,933)
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    45,489 miles
    Test number
    655219362041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass40,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,556 miles
    Test number
    228984221165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD08 PLJ

Does LD08 PLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD08 PLJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD08 PLJ?
The MOT on LD08 PLJ is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD08 PLJ done?
LD08 PLJ was recorded at 143,131 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 6,924 miles a year.
Has LD08 PLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 PLJ has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LD08 PLJ 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 PLJ find?
LD08 PLJ passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 3 advisories: offside front outer brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive; rear oil leak, but not excessive diff.

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