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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LD56 KTPMOT history

LD56 KTP is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 62,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 31 Jul 2026
Mileage
62,391 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2025
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,111 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD56 KTP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD56 KTP was last recorded at 62,391 miles on 1 Aug 2025, 3,426 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,965 miles · 12 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
3,426 miles
Average per year
3,111 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 62,391 miles
  • 2022 – 58,965 miles
  • 2021 – 55,401 miles
  • 2020 – 51,596 miles
  • 2019 – 49,627 miles
  • 2018 – 47,320 miles
  • 2017 – 44,783 miles
  • 2016 – 41,647 miles
  • 2015 – 37,500 miles
  • 2014 – 33,173 miles
  • 2013 – 28,781 miles
  • 2012 – 24,604 miles
  • 2011 – 19,536 miles
  • 2010 – 16,124 miles
  • 2009 – 13,129 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass62,391 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Facing front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 30 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass62,391 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    62,391 miles
    Test number
    974539220380
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Facing front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail62,391 miles (+3,426)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,391 miles
    Test number
    121885746851
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Facing front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass58,965 miles (+3,564)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    58,965 miles
    Test number
    281391330756
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass55,401 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    55,401 miles
    Test number
    547580245477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass51,596 miles (+1,969)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    338280562940
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass49,627 miles (+2,307)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    49,627 miles
    Test number
    838249673781

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass47,320 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    47,320 miles
    Test number
    844878465507

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass44,783 miles (+3,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    44,783 miles
    Test number
    290738117655
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryPresenter adviced

  9. Pass41,647 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    41,647 miles
    Test number
    267501149379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass37,500 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    350138054346
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail37,500 miles (+4,327)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,500 miles
    Test number
    664142374791
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass33,173 miles (+4,392)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    33,173 miles
    Test number
    985723174248
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass28,781 miles (+4,177)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,781 miles
    Test number
    565293573234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass24,604 miles (+22)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    24,604 miles
    Test number
    575920182236
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing slightly on edges

  15. Fail24,582 miles (+5,046)1 dangerous3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,582 miles
    Test number
    158475372260
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing slightly on edges
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has 3 nails in tread

  16. Pass19,536 miles (+3,412)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    19,536 miles
    Test number
    305465651458
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre tread
    • NoteScrew and cuts in offside rear tyre tread

  17. Pass16,124 miles (+2,995)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    16,124 miles
    Test number
    222654560255
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteCuts in nearside rear tyre tread
    • NoteCuts in offside rear tyre tread

  18. Pass13,129 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    13,129 miles
    Test number
    253613379250
    • NoteSlight squeak from front brakes!

Questions about LD56 KTP

Does LD56 KTP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD56 KTP expired on 31 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD56 KTP?
The MOT on LD56 KTP expired on 31 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD56 KTP done?
LD56 KTP was recorded at 62,391 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2025, an average of 3,111 miles a year.
Has LD56 KTP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD56 KTP has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on LD56 KTP 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 LD56 KTP find?
LD56 KTP passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement facing front, and 1 more.

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