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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

LF52 RAPMOT history

LF52 RAP is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 6 Dec 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 102,933 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,933 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,089 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 RAP
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
6 Dec 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 RAP was last recorded at 102,933 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 3,582 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,351 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
3,582 miles
Average per year
4,089 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,933 miles
  • 2025 – 99,351 miles
  • 2023 – 97,543 miles
  • 2022 – 95,759 miles
  • 2021 – 93,074 miles
  • 2020 – 91,839 miles
  • 2019 – 89,783 miles
  • 2018 – 87,539 miles
  • 2017 – 83,112 miles
  • 2016 – 80,328 miles
  • 2015 – 75,412 miles
  • 2014 – 72,559 miles
  • 2013 – 64,989 miles
  • 2012 – 54,515 miles
  • 2010 – 40,582 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,933 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 24 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,933 miles (+3,582)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,933 miles
    Test number
    247893930034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass99,351 miles (+1,808)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    99,351 miles
    Test number
    309304239700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  3. Pass97,543 miles (+1,784)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    97,543 miles
    Test number
    977128474517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,759 miles (+2,685)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    95,759 miles
    Test number
    221307941287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass93,074 miles (+1,235)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    93,074 miles
    Test number
    130785306270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened disc corroded / performance low (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass91,839 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    91,839 miles
    Test number
    664564699579

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass89,783 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    89,783 miles
    Test number
    229199210029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,782 miles (+2,243)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,782 miles
    Test number
    609378871430
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass87,539 miles (+4,427)
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2019
    Odometer
    87,539 miles
    Test number
    804827891560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass83,112 miles (+2,784)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    83,112 miles
    Test number
    910370900953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edged off (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass80,328 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    80,328 miles
    Test number
    652740477110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail80,328 miles (+4,916)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,328 miles
    Test number
    375287813561
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

  13. Pass75,412 miles (+2,853)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    75,412 miles
    Test number
    708909345094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass72,559 miles (+7,570)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    72,559 miles
    Test number
    788718734029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,989 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    64,989 miles
    Test number
    935531553050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail64,989 miles (+10,474)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,989 miles
    Test number
    348351653024
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass54,515 miles (+13,933)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    54,515 miles
    Test number
    798258112087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass40,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    40,582 miles
    Test number
    364088020399
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LF52 RAP

Does LF52 RAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF52 RAP is valid until 22 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF52 RAP?
The MOT on LF52 RAP is valid until 22 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF52 RAP done?
LF52 RAP was recorded at 102,933 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 4,089 miles a year.
Has LF52 RAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 RAP has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 16 May 2019.
Has the mileage on LF52 RAP 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 LF52 RAP find?
LF52 RAP passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect, and 1 more.

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