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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 VEBMOT history

LD53 VEB is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 15 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 96,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
96,359 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,557 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 VEB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
15 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 VEB was last recorded at 96,359 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 3,882 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,477 miles · 8 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,882 miles
Average per year
3,557 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 96,359 miles
  • 2025 – 92,477 miles
  • 2023 – 90,981 miles
  • 2022 – 90,129 miles
  • 2021 – 89,741 miles
  • 2020 – 89,409 miles
  • 2018 – 88,564 miles
  • 2017 – 87,615 miles
  • 2016 – 85,516 miles
  • 2015 – 81,321 miles
  • 2014 – 76,641 miles
  • 2013 – 68,166 miles
  • 2012 – 62,695 miles
  • 2011 – 56,738 miles
  • 2010 – 51,413 miles
  • 2008 – 41,990 miles
  • 2007 – 35,666 miles
  • 2006 – 25,560 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted

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.

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Factory under tray fitted preventing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 29 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,359 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    96,359 miles
    Test number
    943483238480
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted

  2. Fail96,359 miles (+3,882)2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,359 miles
    Test number
    838701156283
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside covers fitted

  3. Pass92,477 miles (+1,496)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,477 miles
    Test number
    636914681053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass90,981 miles (+2)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    90,981 miles
    Test number
    594294560367
    • AdvisoryFactory under tray fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Sub-frame bush Forward ones (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  5. Fail90,979 miles (+850)6 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,979 miles
    Test number
    967948747922
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFactory under tray fitted preventing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement "D" Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/F Bulb With different colour than O/S/F
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn Sub-frame bush Forward ones (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  6. Pass90,129 miles (+388)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    90,129 miles
    Test number
    528099936803
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted undertrays preventing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass89,741 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    89,741 miles
    Test number
    927190019323
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Fail89,729 miles (+320)1 dangerous6 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,729 miles
    Test number
    594515911709
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorCentral Front Oil leaking excessively from engine under covers holding oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rearest u/s (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass89,409 miles (+1)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,409 miles
    Test number
    432097860030
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted under trays on the vehicle, preventing the inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail89,408 miles (+844)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,408 miles
    Test number
    393914379792
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFactory fitted under trays on the vehicle, preventing the inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Marked with yellow chalk (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass88,564 miles (+949)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    88,564 miles
    Test number
    792197322798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass87,615 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    87,615 miles
    Test number
    386140298485
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  13. Fail87,614 miles (+2,098)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,614 miles
    Test number
    308186326485
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak

  14. Pass85,516 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    85,516 miles
    Test number
    170831659389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass81,321 miles (+4,680)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    81,321 miles
    Test number
    429243965147
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,641 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    556635174169
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteWear on inner edge of left hand front tyre

  17. Fail76,641 miles (+8,475)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,641 miles
    Test number
    266885074406
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine lower splash guards contaminated with oil
    • NoteWear on inner edge of left hand front tyre

  18. Pass68,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    68,166 miles
    Test number
    696953163114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail68,166 miles (+5,471)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,166 miles
    Test number
    208643563461
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)
    • FailureNearside Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

  20. Pass62,695 miles (+5,957)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,695 miles
    Test number
    266157572102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass56,738 miles (+5,325)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    56,738 miles
    Test number
    676727061107
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass51,413 miles (+9,423)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    51,413 miles
    Test number
    900012440189
    • NoteSill covers fitted
    • NoteTyre light on

  23. Pass41,990 miles (+6,324)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,990 miles
    Test number
    361680798259
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  24. Pass35,666 miles (+10,106)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,666 miles
    Test number
    550641597253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,560 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    25,560 miles
    Test number
    473895576277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,553 miles2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,553 miles
    Test number
    163762976201
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f and o/s/f tyres worn on edges

Questions about LD53 VEB

Does LD53 VEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD53 VEB is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LD53 VEB?
The MOT on LD53 VEB is valid until 25 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 VEB done?
LD53 VEB was recorded at 96,359 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 3,557 miles a year.
Has LD53 VEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 VEB has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on LD53 VEB 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 VEB find?
LD53 VEB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement h arm; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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