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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LL02 TJVMOT history

LL02 TJV is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 31 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 3 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 187,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Sept 2027
Mileage
187,261 mi
At MOT on 2 Sept 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL02 TJV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
31 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL02 TJV was last recorded at 187,261 miles on 2 Sept 2026, 10,411 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Aug 2007: 54,064 miles, lower than 65,045 miles on 30 Aug 2007.

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
176,850 miles · 21 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
10,411 miles
Average per year
7,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 187,261 miles
  • 2025 – 176,850 miles
  • 2024 – 167,151 miles
  • 2023 – 157,285 miles
  • 2022 – 146,513 miles
  • 2021 – 137,174 miles
  • 2020 – 133,094 miles
  • 2019 – 131,677 miles
  • 2018 – 128,075 miles
  • 2017 – 123,097 miles
  • 2016 – 115,824 miles
  • 2015 – 109,900 miles
  • 2014 – 102,683 miles
  • 2013 – 95,788 miles
  • 2012 – 89,972 miles
  • 2011 – 83,277 miles
  • 2009 – 76,188 miles
  • 2008 – 66,265 miles
  • 2007 – 54,064 miles
  • 2006 – 46,289 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass187,261 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

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 Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2012

  • Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

28 tests since 23 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass187,261 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    187,261 miles
    Test number
    206940321696
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Fail187,261 miles (+10,411)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,261 miles
    Test number
    757117093659
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass176,850 miles (+9,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    176,850 miles
    Test number
    304331239468
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive axle diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass167,151 miles (+9,866)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    167,151 miles
    Test number
    759101128190
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits black smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive axele (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,285 miles (+10,772)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    157,285 miles
    Test number
    732889700413
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass146,513 miles (+9,339)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,513 miles
    Test number
    794674979813
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass137,174 miles (+4,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    137,174 miles
    Test number
    220330329796
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass133,094 miles (+1,417)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    133,094 miles
    Test number
    202655727020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass131,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    131,677 miles
    Test number
    276654313058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail131,677 miles (+3,602)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,677 miles
    Test number
    581879519832
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass128,075 miles (+4,978)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    128,075 miles
    Test number
    862012647514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,097 miles (+7,273)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    123,097 miles
    Test number
    791924212841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass115,824 miles (+5,924)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    115,824 miles
    Test number
    981481924202

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass109,900 miles (+7,217)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    109,900 miles
    Test number
    967027835221
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  15. Pass102,683 miles (+6,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    102,683 miles
    Test number
    818422844209
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass95,788 miles (+5,816)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    95,788 miles
    Test number
    307226033488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail89,972 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,972 miles
    Test number
    359873142459
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass89,972 miles (+6,695)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    89,972 miles
    Test number
    985753142246
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass83,277 miles (+7,089)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    83,277 miles
    Test number
    458732041266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail76,188 miles1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,188 miles
    Test number
    111945539389
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass76,188 miles (+217)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,188 miles
    Test number
    950895239341
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Fail75,971 miles (+9,706)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,971 miles
    Test number
    223061329354
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  23. Pass66,265 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    66,265 miles
    Test number
    822304028362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail66,265 miles (+12,201)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,265 miles
    Test number
    254333228347
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass54,064 miles (-10,981)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    54,064 miles
    Test number
    412473347270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail65,045 miles (+18,756)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,045 miles
    Test number
    780682447299
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2a)

  27. Pass46,289 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    46,289 miles
    Test number
    384195436470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Fail46,289 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,289 miles
    Test number
    864375536283
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL02 TJV

Does LL02 TJV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL02 TJV is valid until 3 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL02 TJV?
The MOT on LL02 TJV is valid until 3 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL02 TJV done?
LL02 TJV was recorded at 187,261 miles at its MOT on 2 Sept 2026, an average of 7,039 miles a year.
Has LL02 TJV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL02 TJV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LL02 TJV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Aug 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL02 TJV find?
LL02 TJV passed its latest MOT on 2 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint.

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