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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LS02 SWWMOT history

LS02 SWW is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 17 May 2002. Its MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,934 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 May 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 10 Apr 2024
Mileage
164,934 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2015
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,994 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS02 SWW
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
17 May 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
1 May 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS02 SWW was last recorded at 164,934 miles on 6 May 2015, 6,183 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2014.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
158,751 miles · 23 May 2014
Between the last two tests
6,183 miles
Average per year
11,994 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2015 – 164,934 miles
  • 2014 – 158,751 miles
  • 2013 – 153,713 miles
  • 2012 – 144,733 miles
  • 2011 – 130,014 miles
  • 2009 – 103,108 miles
  • 2008 – 86,536 miles
  • 2007 – 73,000 miles
  • 2006 – 53,913 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail
  • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 1 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. FailMileage not read1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    646279577276
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. PassMileage not read1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    142570886544
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. PassMileage not read1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    824814126112
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    713210999694
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    769559451948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    130056078851

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    506606883514
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Sill / closing panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    232712911699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    633752816753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    952701186742

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass164,934 miles (+6,183)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    164,934 miles
    Test number
    589406325101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,751 miles (+5,038)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    158,751 miles
    Test number
    929063744127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass153,713 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    153,713 miles
    Test number
    777582633044
    • 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)

  14. Fail153,713 miles (+8,980)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,713 miles
    Test number
    878652833031
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  15. Pass144,733 miles (+14,719)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    144,733 miles
    Test number
    107994522085
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass130,014 miles (+26,906)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    130,014 miles
    Test number
    306385911059
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  17. Pass103,108 miles (+16,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    103,108 miles
    Test number
    121232329403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass86,536 miles (+13,536)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    86,536 miles
    Test number
    291656428052
    • NoteNail in rear tyre
    • NoteNear side rear nail

  19. Pass73,000 miles (+19,087)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    162394737088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass53,913 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    53,913 miles
    Test number
    672532436017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS02 SWW

Does LS02 SWW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS02 SWW expired on 10 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS02 SWW?
The MOT on LS02 SWW expired on 10 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS02 SWW done?
LS02 SWW was recorded at 164,934 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2015, an average of 11,994 miles a year.
Has LS02 SWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS02 SWW has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 1 May 2024.
Has the mileage on LS02 SWW 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 LS02 SWW find?
LS02 SWW failed its latest MOT on 1 May 2024 with 1 dangerous defect, 6 major defects and 7 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm; nearside headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect, and 11 more.

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