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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LL53 UAXMOT history

LL53 UAX is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 82,789 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Oct 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 16 Oct 2026
Mileage
82,789 mi
At MOT on 1 Oct 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 UAX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 UAX was last recorded at 82,789 miles on 1 Oct 2025, 12,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Apr 2021: 53,253 miles, lower than 53,605 miles on 15 Sept 2018.

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
70,740 miles · 17 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
12,049 miles
Average per year
3,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 82,789 miles
  • 2024 – 70,740 miles
  • 2023 – 68,682 miles
  • 2022 – 59,125 miles
  • 2021 – 53,253 miles
  • 2018 – 53,605 miles
  • 2017 – 52,465 miles
  • 2016 – 51,634 miles
  • 2015 – 50,435 miles
  • 2014 – 48,519 miles
  • 2013 – 46,323 miles
  • 2012 – 45,656 miles
  • 2011 – 41,855 miles
  • 2010 – 38,197 miles
  • 2009 – 35,782 miles
  • 2008 – 32,735 miles
  • 2007 – 27,324 miles
  • 2006 – 20,792 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,789 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.

  • Both rear tyre treads cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass82,789 miles (+12,049)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    82,789 miles
    Test number
    4789522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass70,740 miles (+2,058)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    70,740 miles
    Test number
    3625102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass68,682 miles (+9,557)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    2261852

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,125 miles (+5,872)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    59,125 miles
    Test number
    646892626333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass53,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    53,253 miles
    Test number
    690257925359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    197081962744

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    134848812661
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    232709603989
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads cracking

  9. FailMileage not read3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    564375020677
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre treads cracking

  10. Pass53,605 miles (+1,140)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,605 miles
    Test number
    263372058323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass52,465 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,465 miles
    Test number
    679959615508
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower n/s/front undertray damage.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer age cracks to outer sidewall o/s/rear tyre.

  12. Fail52,465 miles (+831)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,465 miles
    Test number
    757098834575
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower n/s/front undertray damage.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer age cracks to outer sidewall o/s/rear tyre.

  13. Pass51,634 miles (+1,199)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    51,634 miles
    Test number
    923844289487
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear o/s/rear tyre age cracking.
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass50,435 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    599679876741
    • AdvisoryAdv- osr upper ball joint gauter starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre.

  15. Fail50,435 miles (+1,916)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,435 miles
    Test number
    654339210674
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryAdv- osr upper ball joint gauter starting to perish.
    • AdvisoryNail in osr tyre.

  16. Fail48,519 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,519 miles
    Test number
    765076744266
    • Repaired at testStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass48,519 miles (+2,196)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    48,519 miles
    Test number
    999766744201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass46,323 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    778542733228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail46,323 miles (+667)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    926852933249
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Fail45,656 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,656 miles
    Test number
    275193132270
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass45,656 miles (+3,801)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    45,656 miles
    Test number
    718143132217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass41,855 miles (+3,658)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    41,855 miles
    Test number
    878977031271
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  23. Pass38,197 miles (+2,415)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    38,197 miles
    Test number
    872008030268
    • NoteBoth rear discs slight worn
    • NoteOffside front wheel brake slight binding

  24. Pass35,782 miles (+3,047)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    682006229210
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  25. Pass32,735 miles (+5,411)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    32,735 miles
    Test number
    164517548203
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass27,324 miles (+6,532)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    27,324 miles
    Test number
    861963617263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,792 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    20,792 miles
    Test number
    383365636216
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LL53 UAX

Does LL53 UAX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 UAX expired on 16 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 UAX?
The MOT on LL53 UAX expired on 16 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 UAX done?
LL53 UAX was recorded at 82,789 miles at its MOT on 1 Oct 2025, an average of 3,245 miles a year.
Has LL53 UAX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 UAX has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on LL53 UAX ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Apr 2021. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LL53 UAX find?
LL53 UAX passed its latest MOT on 1 Oct 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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