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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LS51 CCJMOT history

LS51 CCJ is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 18 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 129,138 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
129,138 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
5,225 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 CCJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
18 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 CCJ was last recorded at 129,138 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 1,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,961 miles · 30 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,177 miles
Average per year
5,225 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,138 miles
  • 2025 – 127,961 miles
  • 2024 – 121,457 miles
  • 2023 – 109,425 miles
  • 2022 – 103,621 miles
  • 2021 – 99,287 miles
  • 2020 – 94,699 miles
  • 2019 – 91,216 miles
  • 2018 – 85,676 miles
  • 2017 – 78,522 miles
  • 2016 – 71,187 miles
  • 2015 – 64,996 miles
  • 2014 – 57,361 miles
  • 2013 – 46,554 miles
  • 2012 – 43,335 miles
  • 2011 – 35,706 miles
  • 2009 – 31,882 miles
  • 2007 – 28,187 miles
  • 2006 – 24,930 miles
  • 2005 – 21,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,138 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,138 miles (+1,177)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    129,138 miles
    Test number
    865413058369
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  2. Pass127,961 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,961 miles
    Test number
    296543308521
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  3. Fail127,961 miles (+6,504)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,961 miles
    Test number
    383851085304
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  4. Pass121,457 miles (+12,032)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    121,457 miles
    Test number
    174501443131
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass109,425 miles (+5,804)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    109,425 miles
    Test number
    463705209783
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  6. Pass103,621 miles (+4,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    103,621 miles
    Test number
    742800024663
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  7. Pass99,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    99,287 miles
    Test number
    278835999051
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  8. Fail99,287 miles (+4,588)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,287 miles
    Test number
    566198164169
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  9. Pass94,699 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    94,699 miles
    Test number
    771453854705

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass91,216 miles (+5,540)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    91,216 miles
    Test number
    302685217688
    • MinorFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Pass85,676 miles (+7,154)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,676 miles
    Test number
    436169324206
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront wipers worn
  12. Pass78,522 miles (+7,335)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    78,522 miles
    Test number
    581175002025
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs lipped
    • AdvisoryN/s/f fog lamp cracked
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  13. Pass71,187 miles (+6,191)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    71,187 miles
    Test number
    496065046462
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass64,996 miles (+7,635)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    64,996 miles
    Test number
    588955045078
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass57,361 miles (+10,807)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    57,361 miles
    Test number
    175689624026
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass46,554 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,554 miles
    Test number
    996955833010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,335 miles (+7,629)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    43,335 miles
    Test number
    885410622051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    526868021006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail35,706 miles (+3,824)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,706 miles
    Test number
    218488011054
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)
  20. Fail31,882 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,882 miles
    Test number
    611808409007
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  21. Pass31,882 miles (+3,695)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,882 miles
    Test number
    793538309069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,187 miles (+3,257)
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    28,187 miles
    Test number
    451889487251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,930 miles (+3,426)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    24,930 miles
    Test number
    681865176291
    • NoteOffside front windscreen washer not working properly
  24. Pass21,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    953306765259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail21,504 miles2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,504 miles
    Test number
    544735665261
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNear-side rear tyre tread worn on inside and outer tread
    • NoteOff-side front tyre inner and outer tread worn
    • NoteOff-side rear tyre inner tread worn

Questions about LS51 CCJ

Does LS51 CCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 CCJ is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 CCJ?
The MOT on LS51 CCJ is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 CCJ done?
LS51 CCJ was recorded at 129,138 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 5,225 miles a year.
Has LS51 CCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 CCJ has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LS51 CCJ 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 LS51 CCJ find?
LS51 CCJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside front brake hose slightly twisted; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 1 more.

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