BMW logo

BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LL02 TSUMOT history

LL02 TSU is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 19 Aug 2002. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 127,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

LL02 TSU blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
127,565 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
4,171 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for LL02 TSU in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
LL02 TSU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
19 Aug 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL02 TSU was last recorded at 127,565 miles on 20 Jul 2026, 9,414 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,151 miles · 10 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
9,414 miles
Average per year
4,171 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 127,565 miles
  • 2025 – 118,151 miles
  • 2024 – 105,066 miles
  • 2021 – 101,564 miles
  • 2020 – 99,401 miles
  • 2019 – 96,880 miles
  • 2018 – 92,858 miles
  • 2017 – 90,312 miles
  • 2016 – 86,775 miles
  • 2015 – 83,432 miles
  • 2014 – 78,862 miles
  • 2013 – 74,589 miles
  • 2012 – 71,003 miles
  • 2011 – 66,309 miles
  • 2010 – 61,802 miles
  • 2009 – 57,292 miles
  • 2008 – 53,145 miles
  • 2007 – 49,004 miles
  • 2006 – 44,486 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass127,565 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass127,565 miles (+9,414)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    127,565 miles
    Test number
    386416255132
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass118,151 miles (+13,085)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    118,151 miles
    Test number
    847941707616
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated oozing grease (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt twisted (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords various cuts in tread not to cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wearing on both edges (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass105,066 miles (+23)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    105,066 miles
    Test number
    249248594106
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corrosion

  4. Fail105,043 miles3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,043 miles
    Test number
    585882242477
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner sill corrosion
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    277769941273
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass101,564 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    101,564 miles
    Test number
    534599586477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted

  7. Fail101,564 miles (+2,163)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,564 miles
    Test number
    385257710471
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOuter Sill covers fitted

  8. Pass99,401 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    99,401 miles
    Test number
    219493575753
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  9. Fail99,398 miles (+2,518)3 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,398 miles
    Test number
    248927102029
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass96,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    96,880 miles
    Test number
    587391221961

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail96,680 miles (+3,822)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    388171390570
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass92,858 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    92,858 miles
    Test number
    561919124301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail92,858 miles (+2,546)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,858 miles
    Test number
    219970246967
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre sidewall Perished

  14. Pass90,312 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    90,312 miles
    Test number
    526588290957
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail90,312 miles (+3,537)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,312 miles
    Test number
    561510267403
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass86,775 miles (+3,343)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    86,775 miles
    Test number
    284471169220
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted not allowing full inspection of some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre tread perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass83,432 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    83,432 miles
    Test number
    501995470648
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight smoking on idle

  18. FailMileage not read6 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    966082727261
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass78,862 miles (+4,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    78,862 miles
    Test number
    625522134255
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  20. Pass74,589 miles (+3,586)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    74,589 miles
    Test number
    368714633269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail71,003 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,003 miles
    Test number
    508286152263
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass71,003 miles (+4,694)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,003 miles
    Test number
    608076652242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass66,309 miles (+4,507)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    66,309 miles
    Test number
    316285251485
    • 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)

  24. Pass61,802 miles (+4,510)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    61,802 miles
    Test number
    930143170235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass57,292 miles (+4,147)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    57,292 miles
    Test number
    682983879295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass53,145 miles (+4,141)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    53,145 miles
    Test number
    304096278218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  27. Pass49,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    49,004 miles
    Test number
    611671027249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail49,004 miles (+4,518)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,004 miles
    Test number
    833861627257
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass44,486 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    44,486 miles
    Test number
    390530136428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL02 TSU

Does LL02 TSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LL02 TSU is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LL02 TSU?
The MOT on LL02 TSU is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LL02 TSU done?
LL02 TSU was recorded at 127,565 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2026, an average of 4,171 miles a year.
Has LL02 TSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL02 TSU has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LL02 TSU 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 LL02 TSU find?
LL02 TSU passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

Related registrations

Browse all LL02T registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.