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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LD08 WJZMOT history

LD08 WJZ is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 25 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 26 Aug 2024 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 159,201 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 26 Aug 2024
Mileage
159,201 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2023
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
10,277 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD08 WJZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD08 WJZ was last recorded at 159,201 miles on 26 Aug 2023, 5,491 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,710 miles · 26 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
5,491 miles
Average per year
10,277 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 159,201 miles
  • 2022 – 153,710 miles
  • 2021 – 140,318 miles
  • 2020 – 135,071 miles
  • 2019 – 125,658 miles
  • 2018 – 112,214 miles
  • 2017 – 102,169 miles
  • 2016 – 92,803 miles
  • 2015 – 80,412 miles
  • 2014 – 70,482 miles
  • 2013 – 67,218 miles
  • 2012 – 49,090 miles
  • 2011 – 31,550 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,201 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil bothside rear (5.3.2 (b))

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.

  • Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x 2

    Minor4 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

18 tests since 25 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,201 miles (+5,491)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    159,201 miles
    Test number
    283818421214
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has light misting of oil bothside rear (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass153,710 miles (+24)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    153,710 miles
    Test number
    109886326423
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,686 miles (+13,368)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,686 miles
    Test number
    256828837975
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass140,318 miles (+66)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    140,318 miles
    Test number
    310146533974
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail140,252 miles (+5,181)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,252 miles
    Test number
    966021227500
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated x 2 (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass135,071 miles (+12)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,071 miles
    Test number
    512334268260
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail135,059 miles (+9,401)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,059 miles
    Test number
    125431219954
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass125,658 miles (+13,444)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    125,658 miles
    Test number
    505585269342
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Pass112,214 miles (+10,045)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    112,214 miles
    Test number
    596001868283
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated x 2 (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (5.2.3 (h) (i))

  10. Pass102,169 miles (+9,366)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    102,169 miles
    Test number
    309571171990
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever has little reserve travel nearside rear lower effort (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass92,803 miles (+12,391)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    92,803 miles
    Test number
    938295321626

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass80,412 miles (+9,930)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    80,412 miles
    Test number
    485043235220
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on the inside edges

  13. Pass70,482 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    70,482 miles
    Test number
    646807224272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail70,482 miles (+3,264)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,482 miles
    Test number
    936137324251
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass67,218 miles (+18,128)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    67,218 miles
    Test number
    706766043317
    • NoteFront number plate damaged

  16. Pass49,090 miles (+5,276)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    49,090 miles
    Test number
    668325132325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,814 miles (+12,264)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    43,814 miles
    Test number
    109703982450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,550 miles3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    31,550 miles
    Test number
    915624181089
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges

Questions about LD08 WJZ

Does LD08 WJZ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD08 WJZ expired on 26 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD08 WJZ?
The MOT on LD08 WJZ expired on 26 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD08 WJZ done?
LD08 WJZ was recorded at 159,201 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2023, an average of 10,277 miles a year.
Has LD08 WJZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD08 WJZ has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LD08 WJZ 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 WJZ find?
LD08 WJZ passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2023 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive from engine., and 1 more.

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