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BMW 530

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 JNJMOT history

LD53 JNJ is a grey petrol BMW 530 first used on 18 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Aug 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 114,760 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Aug 2027
Mileage
114,760 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,742 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 JNJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 JNJ was last recorded at 114,760 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 2,108 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,652 miles · 18 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,108 miles
Average per year
4,742 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,760 miles
  • 2025 – 112,652 miles
  • 2024 – 107,858 miles
  • 2023 – 106,838 miles
  • 2022 – 101,077 miles
  • 2021 – 98,723 miles
  • 2020 – 96,385 miles
  • 2019 – 95,048 miles
  • 2018 – 89,934 miles
  • 2017 – 84,364 miles
  • 2016 – 73,907 miles
  • 2015 – 65,654 miles
  • 2014 – 59,026 miles
  • 2013 – 51,214 miles
  • 2012 – 42,878 miles
  • 2011 – 35,410 miles
  • 2010 – 30,820 miles
  • 2008 – 26,546 miles
  • 2007 – 23,844 miles
  • 2006 – 20,487 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,760 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,760 miles (+2,108)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    114,760 miles
    Test number
    868846750787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,652 miles (+3,844)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    112,652 miles
    Test number
    174407480838

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass108,808 miles (+950)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    108,808 miles
    Test number
    790557921913
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Pass107,858 miles (+1,020)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    107,858 miles
    Test number
    946112972168
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass106,838 miles (+5,761)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    106,838 miles
    Test number
    705072939730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass101,077 miles (+2,354)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    101,077 miles
    Test number
    780080930935
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass98,723 miles (+2,338)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    98,723 miles
    Test number
    912440205768
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  8. Pass96,385 miles (+1,337)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    96,385 miles
    Test number
    156743967693
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass95,048 miles (+5,114)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,048 miles
    Test number
    541434268391
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  10. Pass89,934 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    89,934 miles
    Test number
    501716513313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail89,894 miles (+5,530)3 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,894 miles
    Test number
    630365542545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass84,364 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    783509427607
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Fail84,364 miles (+10,457)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,364 miles
    Test number
    113252652599
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint rearmost of the two (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass73,907 miles (+8,253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    73,907 miles
    Test number
    566366928034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Wearing thin on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass65,654 miles (+6,628)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,654 miles
    Test number
    867484825091
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass59,026 miles (+7,812)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    59,026 miles
    Test number
    476758214066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass51,214 miles (+8,336)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    51,214 miles
    Test number
    428049823008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass42,878 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    42,878 miles
    Test number
    565903932024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail42,877 miles (+21)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,877 miles
    Test number
    677842832023
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear exhaust bracket broken
  20. Fail42,856 miles (+7,446)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,856 miles
    Test number
    959776622032
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
  21. Pass35,410 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,410 miles
    Test number
    239202931014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail35,409 miles (+4,589)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,409 miles
    Test number
    729526721010
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  23. Pass30,820 miles (+4,274)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    30,820 miles
    Test number
    701584500079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,546 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    26,546 miles
    Test number
    420721248457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail26,546 miles (+2,702)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,546 miles
    Test number
    640671248361
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
  26. Fail23,844 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,844 miles
    Test number
    201641847377
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  27. Pass23,844 miles (+3,357)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    23,844 miles
    Test number
    480141347455
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
  28. Pass20,487 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    20,487 miles
    Test number
    982328046277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 JNJ

Does LD53 JNJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 JNJ is valid until 17 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 JNJ?
The MOT on LD53 JNJ is valid until 17 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD53 JNJ done?
LD53 JNJ was recorded at 114,760 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,742 miles a year.
Has LD53 JNJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 JNJ has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2018.
Has the mileage on LD53 JNJ 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 LD53 JNJ find?
LD53 JNJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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