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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR05 WMZMOT history

LR05 WMZ is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 10 May 2005. Its MOT is valid until 13 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 243,878 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

LR05 WMZ blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 13 Dec 2026
Mileage
243,878 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
10,948 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR05 WMZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 May 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR05 WMZ was last recorded at 243,878 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Dec 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 12 Dec 2024: 228,631 miles, lower than 228,869 miles on 14 Nov 2024.

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
243,583 miles · 5 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
295 miles
Average per year
10,948 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 243,878 miles
  • 2024 – 228,641 miles
  • 2023 – 217,155 miles
  • 2022 – 207,340 miles
  • 2021 – 197,243 miles
  • 2020 – 186,715 miles
  • 2019 – 170,447 miles
  • 2018 – 158,971 miles
  • 2017 – 146,091 miles
  • 2016 – 136,453 miles
  • 2015 – 123,268 miles
  • 2014 – 112,832 miles
  • 2013 – 104,947 miles
  • 2012 – 97,784 miles
  • 2011 – 87,819 miles
  • 2010 – 79,830 miles
  • 2009 – 66,828 miles
  • 2008 – 50,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass243,878 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult beltRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Offside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass243,878 miles (+295)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    243,878 miles
    Test number
    240928837973
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  2. Fail243,583 miles (+14,942)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,583 miles
    Test number
    108389116164
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed marked. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  3. Pass228,641 miles (+10)2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    228,641 miles
    Test number
    144637719598
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play D-LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play D-LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail228,631 miles (-238)2 major2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,631 miles
    Test number
    290535356488
    • MajorNearside Front Steering locking device missing TRACK ROD END PINCH COLLAR (2.1.3 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Steering locking device missing TRACK ROD END PINCH COLLAR (2.1.3 (d))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play D-LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D-BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play D-LINK (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement LOWER ARM FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail228,869 miles (+11,714)6 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    228,869 miles
    Test number
    560562071350
    • MajorFront Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement anti roll bar bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass217,155 miles (+34)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    217,155 miles
    Test number
    760990581438
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  7. Fail217,121 miles (+9,781)4 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    217,121 miles
    Test number
    306672270315
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

  8. Pass207,340 miles (+10,097)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    207,340 miles
    Test number
    372850403343
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass197,243 miles (+29)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    197,243 miles
    Test number
    140007931540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail197,214 miles (+10,499)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,214 miles
    Test number
    476549646623
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))

  11. Pass186,715 miles (+16,268)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    186,715 miles
    Test number
    182997455895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass170,447 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    170,447 miles
    Test number
    517775241807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Fail170,447 miles (+11,476)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,447 miles
    Test number
    279646922245
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Pass158,971 miles (+12,880)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2019
    Odometer
    158,971 miles
    Test number
    796801439591
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass146,091 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    146,091 miles
    Test number
    901299714185

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail146,020 miles (+9,567)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,020 miles
    Test number
    601457228432
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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 linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn outer
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn outer, inner edges

  17. Pass136,453 miles (+115)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2017
    Odometer
    136,453 miles
    Test number
    609830990974
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plate have slight background effect

  18. Fail136,338 miles (+13,070)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,338 miles
    Test number
    396662094263
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear number plates have slight background effect

  19. Pass123,268 miles (+10,436)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    123,268 miles
    Test number
    277490925425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass112,832 miles (+7,885)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,832 miles
    Test number
    398616804146
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass104,947 miles (+7,163)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    104,947 miles
    Test number
    867599413158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass97,784 miles (+9,965)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,784 miles
    Test number
    117728962087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass87,819 miles (+7,989)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    87,819 miles
    Test number
    346825971014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass79,830 miles (+13,002)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2011
    Odometer
    79,830 miles
    Test number
    582728210195
    • NoteHand brake travel long

  25. Pass66,828 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2010
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    751128329112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,828 miles (+15,858)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,828 miles
    Test number
    262766129494
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass50,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,970 miles
    Test number
    801130628180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR05 WMZ

Does LR05 WMZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR05 WMZ is valid until 13 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LR05 WMZ?
The MOT on LR05 WMZ is valid until 13 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR05 WMZ done?
LR05 WMZ was recorded at 243,878 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 10,948 miles a year.
Has LR05 WMZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR05 WMZ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LR05 WMZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 12 Dec 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LR05 WMZ find?
LR05 WMZ passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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