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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,993 cc

LE53 GXCMOT history

LE53 GXC is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 28 May 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 162,857 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 May 2027
Mileage
162,857 mi
At MOT on 29 May 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,327 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 GXC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 GXC was last recorded at 162,857 miles on 29 May 2026, 8,807 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2021.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 Nov 2013: 106,157 miles, lower than 188,176 miles on 3 Nov 2012.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
154,050 miles · 8 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
8,807 miles
Average per year
4,327 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 162,857 miles
  • 2021 – 154,050 miles
  • 2020 – 147,947 miles
  • 2019 – 137,265 miles
  • 2018 – 134,750 miles
  • 2017 – 128,205 miles
  • 2016 – 124,963 miles
  • 2015 – 116,127 miles
  • 2014 – 111,665 miles
  • 2013 – 106,157 miles
  • 2012 – 188,176 miles
  • 2011 – 166,692 miles
  • 2010 – 144,903 miles
  • 2009 – 120,850 miles
  • 2008 – 102,275 miles
  • 2007 – 82,597 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,857 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 10 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,857 miles (+8,807)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2027
    Odometer
    162,857 miles
    Test number
    306905655742
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass154,050 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    154,050 miles
    Test number
    162719935517
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Fail154,050 miles (+6,103)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,050 miles
    Test number
    844881381236
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  4. Pass147,947 miles (+29)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    147,947 miles
    Test number
    370745711898
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination.

  5. Fail147,918 miles (+10,653)8 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,918 miles
    Test number
    999906638713
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted making sill examination impossible

  6. Pass137,265 miles (+2,515)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    137,265 miles
    Test number
    512769777476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass134,750 miles (+2,002)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    134,750 miles
    Test number
    837528987465
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses very sight cracking
    • AdvisoryPlay detected at steering wheel
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play in inner workings

  8. Fail132,748 miles (+5)1 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,748 miles
    Test number
    765405198771
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp light intensity severely reduced both front headlamps cloudy (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses very sight cracking
    • AdvisoryPlay detected at steering wheel
    • AdvisoryPlay in both front suspension arm bushes
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight play in inner workings

  9. Fail132,743 miles (+4,538)5 dangerous7 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,743 miles
    Test number
    982467298474
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Suspension component leaking anti roll bar (5.3.5 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen (zone a)

  10. Pass128,205 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    128,205 miles
    Test number
    532924827183
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail128,204 miles (+3,241)9 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,204 miles
    Test number
    408373970067
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure sidewall (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass124,963 miles (+8,836)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    124,963 miles
    Test number
    150324885866
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play track rod inner joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass116,127 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    116,127 miles
    Test number
    239595895434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail116,127 miles (+4,462)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,127 miles
    Test number
    765665995170
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail111,665 miles1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    569996694179
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  16. Pass111,665 miles (+5,508)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    111,665 miles
    Test number
    657596994158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  17. Pass106,157 miles (-82,019)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    106,157 miles
    Test number
    666202233312
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass188,176 miles (+21,484)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    188,176 miles
    Test number
    316358102359
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass166,692 miles (+21,789)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    166,692 miles
    Test number
    648211411387
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass144,903 miles (+24,053)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    144,903 miles
    Test number
    192805890233
    • 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)

  21. Pass120,850 miles (+18,575)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    120,850 miles
    Test number
    242145799227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass102,275 miles (+19,678)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    102,275 miles
    Test number
    491747798231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass82,597 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    82,597 miles
    Test number
    711124217334
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LE53 GXC

Does LE53 GXC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 GXC is valid until 28 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE53 GXC?
The MOT on LE53 GXC is valid until 28 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 GXC done?
LE53 GXC was recorded at 162,857 miles at its MOT on 29 May 2026, an average of 4,327 miles a year.
Has LE53 GXC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 GXC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LE53 GXC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 Nov 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LE53 GXC find?
LE53 GXC passed its latest MOT on 29 May 2026 with 9 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 6 more.

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