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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LR55 DWLMOT history

LR55 DWL is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 145,365 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2022.

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MOT
Expired
On 24 Apr 2023
Mileage
145,365 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2022
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
8,145 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 DWL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Apr 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 DWL was last recorded at 145,365 miles on 1 Apr 2022, 1,265 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,100 miles · 24 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
1,265 miles
Average per year
8,145 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 145,365 miles
  • 2021 – 144,100 miles
  • 2020 – 140,050 miles
  • 2019 – 134,465 miles
  • 2017 – 131,338 miles
  • 2016 – 125,981 miles
  • 2015 – 115,582 miles
  • 2014 – 103,094 miles
  • 2013 – 94,243 miles
  • 2012 – 79,844 miles
  • 2011 – 69,660 miles
  • 2010 – 57,835 miles
  • 2009 – 47,032 miles
  • 2008 – 35,320 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,365 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod play

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 Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear seats removed at time of test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Driver's airbag obviously defective

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,365 miles (+1,265)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    145,365 miles
    Test number
    845137367514
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner tie rod play

  2. Pass144,100 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    144,100 miles
    Test number
    983151901179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,050 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    140,050 miles
    Test number
    849069057288
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail140,050 miles (+99)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,050 miles
    Test number
    206377637205
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail139,951 miles (+5,486)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,951 miles
    Test number
    501980555811
    • DangerousExhaust fumes causing a danger to health of persons on board (6.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases completely detached downpipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorSeat belt not functioning as intended buckle missing (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault displayed on dash too (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cracked around d rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake wire insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear osr parking brake reduces performance
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Pass134,465 miles (+3,127)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    134,465 miles
    Test number
    974827485105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,338 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    131,338 miles
    Test number
    533566922030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,323 miles (+5,342)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,323 miles
    Test number
    890581994988
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  9. Pass125,981 miles (+10,399)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    125,981 miles
    Test number
    367030424175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,582 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    115,582 miles
    Test number
    194737118526
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  11. Fail115,581 miles (+8)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,581 miles
    Test number
    382257371770
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear seats removed at time of test

  12. Fail115,573 miles (+12,479)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,573 miles
    Test number
    564288850066
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  13. Pass103,094 miles (+8,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    103,094 miles
    Test number
    358800674463
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  14. Pass94,243 miles (+14,399)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    94,243 miles
    Test number
    807093373286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,844 miles (+4,178)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    79,844 miles
    Test number
    326115272212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,666 miles (+6,006)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    75,666 miles
    Test number
    197549252163
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  17. Pass69,660 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    69,660 miles
    Test number
    776652271234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail69,657 miles (+11,822)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,657 miles
    Test number
    948606761290
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  19. Pass57,835 miles (+10,803)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    57,835 miles
    Test number
    121531970294
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass47,032 miles (+11,712)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    47,032 miles
    Test number
    543152679242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass35,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,320 miles
    Test number
    982040678222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR55 DWL

Does LR55 DWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 DWL expired on 24 Apr 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 DWL?
The MOT on LR55 DWL expired on 24 Apr 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 DWL done?
LR55 DWL was recorded at 145,365 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2022, an average of 8,145 miles a year.
Has LR55 DWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 DWL has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Apr 2020.
Has the mileage on LR55 DWL 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 LR55 DWL find?
LR55 DWL passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2022 with 2 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front inner tie rod play.

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