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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LE04 KVMMOT history

LE04 KVM is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 19 Jul 2004. Its MOT is valid until 31 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,071 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Aug 2027
Mileage
154,071 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,451 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE04 KVM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE04 KVM was last recorded at 154,071 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 1,937 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,134 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,937 miles
Average per year
6,451 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,071 miles
  • 2025 – 152,134 miles
  • 2024 – 149,578 miles
  • 2023 – 146,986 miles
  • 2022 – 142,753 miles
  • 2021 – 139,118 miles
  • 2020 – 138,660 miles
  • 2019 – 138,594 miles
  • 2018 – 129,415 miles
  • 2017 – 119,126 miles
  • 2016 – 107,008 miles
  • 2015 – 97,133 miles
  • 2013 – 89,088 miles
  • 2012 – 84,376 miles
  • 2011 – 77,701 miles
  • 2010 – 58,791 miles
  • 2009 – 57,217 miles
  • 2008 – 37,518 miles
  • 2007 – 30,975 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,071 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,071 miles (+1,937)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    154,071 miles
    Test number
    190617225445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass152,134 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    152,134 miles
    Test number
    554070458505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,578 miles (+2,592)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    149,578 miles
    Test number
    442478061219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,986 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    146,986 miles
    Test number
    846773823200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass142,753 miles (+3,635)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    142,753 miles
    Test number
    659374632782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,118 miles (+458)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    139,118 miles
    Test number
    574678921034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass138,660 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    138,660 miles
    Test number
    533055095391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,642 miles (+48)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,642 miles
    Test number
    405776091357
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front most arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail138,594 miles (+9,179)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,594 miles
    Test number
    349699763185
    • MajorAnti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both front (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured both rear (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass129,415 miles (+10,289)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    129,415 miles
    Test number
    931172227868
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Front suspension has slight play in an outer ball joint track control arm (2.5.B.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass119,126 miles (+12,118)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    119,126 miles
    Test number
    813646852083
    • AdvisoryFront brake pads are getting low
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass107,008 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    514950249902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail107,008 miles (+9,875)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,008 miles
    Test number
    244268592202
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass97,133 miles (+8,045)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    97,133 miles
    Test number
    605928455015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass89,088 miles (+75)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,088 miles
    Test number
    835103703332
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteKnock from steering
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn smooth inner edge
    • NoteSlight play/movement in both front anti roll bar bushes

  16. Fail89,013 miles (+4,637)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,013 miles
    Test number
    667012093293
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteKnock from steering
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn smooth inner edge

  17. Pass84,376 miles1 advisory14 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    84,376 miles
    Test number
    457713592203
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar ball joint dust covers deteriorated
    • NoteBrakes noisey
    • NoteExhaust leak from turbo area
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing thin
    • NoteKnocking noise from steering comlumn recomend inspection
    • NoteNear/side/front tyre on 3mm tread, is worn on edges and has a cut to the tread
    • NoteNear/side/rear tyre is on 2mm tread
    • NoteOff/side/front tyre is worn on the edges
    • NoteOff/side/rear tyre is on 3mm tread
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear number plate is slightly deteriorated

  18. Fail84,376 miles (+6,675)1 failure1 advisory13 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,376 miles
    Test number
    677632692240
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front anti roll bar ball joint dust covers deteriorated
    • NoteBrakes noisey
    • NoteExhaust leak from turbo area
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing thin
    • NoteNear/side/front tyre on 3mm tread, is worn on edges and has a cut to the tread
    • NoteNear/side/rear tyre is on 2mm tread
    • NoteOff/side/front tyre is worn on the edges
    • NoteOff/side/rear tyre is on 3mm tread
    • NoteOil leaks
    • NoteRear number plate is slightly deteriorated

  19. Pass77,701 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    697409591255
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBody undertrays fitted
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted

  20. Fail77,701 miles (+18,910)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,701 miles
    Test number
    395277091443
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBody undertrays fitted
    • NoteBoth front brake discs worn
    • NoteBoth rear brake discs worn
    • NoteEngine undertray fitted

  21. Pass58,791 miles (+1,574)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    58,791 miles
    Test number
    802945010328
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteSome imbalance front brakes

  22. Pass57,217 miles (+19,699)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    57,217 miles
    Test number
    594714809366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass37,518 miles (+834)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    37,518 miles
    Test number
    222812818327
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass36,684 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    36,684 miles
    Test number
    504577418289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail36,684 miles (+429)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,684 miles
    Test number
    593427118295
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Fail36,255 miles (+5,280)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,255 miles
    Test number
    891958058126
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass30,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,975 miles
    Test number
    252203897105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,975 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,975 miles
    Test number
    380003497110
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about LE04 KVM

Does LE04 KVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE04 KVM is valid until 31 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE04 KVM?
The MOT on LE04 KVM is valid until 31 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE04 KVM done?
LE04 KVM was recorded at 154,071 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 6,451 miles a year.
Has LE04 KVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE04 KVM has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on LE04 KVM 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 LE04 KVM find?
LE04 KVM passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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