BMW 530
Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc
LS51 FVAMOT history
LS51 FVA is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 23 Nov 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 128,071 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 May 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 22 May 2027
- Mileage
- 128,071 mi
- At MOT on 23 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 26
- 20 passed · 6 failed
- Per year
- 4,804 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LS51 FVA
- 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
- 23 Nov 2001
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 22 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 23 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
LS51 FVA was last recorded at 128,071 miles on 23 May 2026, 5,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 122,883 miles · 12 Mar 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 5,188 miles
- Average per year
- 4,804 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 128,071 miles
- 2025 – 122,883 miles
- 2024 – 118,689 miles
- 2023 – 111,912 miles
- 2022 – 106,808 miles
- 2021 – 101,195 miles
- 2020 – 99,067 miles
- 2019 – 92,339 miles
- 2018 – 85,786 miles
- 2017 – 76,592 miles
- 2016 – 71,745 miles
- 2015 – 66,771 miles
- 2014 – 65,035 miles
- 2012 – 63,493 miles
- 2011 – 61,992 miles
- 2010 – 59,042 miles
- 2009 – 56,107 miles
- 2008 – 50,163 miles
- 2006 – 36,915 miles
- 2005 – 29,785 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass128,071 miles
- MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
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.
Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024
Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both
Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Rear Nail in tyre
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly insecure.
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
26 tests since 6 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass128,071 miles (+5,188)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2027
- Odometer
- 128,071 miles
- Test number
- 636598828043
- MinorFront Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour (4.2.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass122,883 miles (+4,194)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2026
- Odometer
- 122,883 miles
- Test number
- 598392785552
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills slightly corroded
Pass118,689 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2025
- Odometer
- 118,689 miles
- Test number
- 766869290069
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly insecure. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail118,688 miles (+6,776)1 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 118,688 miles
- Test number
- 474197730174
- MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective Slightly insecure. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass111,912 miles (+5,104)1 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 111,912 miles
- Test number
- 623173594743
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both slightly corroded on inner sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Bumper slightly damaged
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Rear heat shield insecure
Pass106,808 miles (+5,613)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2023
- Odometer
- 106,808 miles
- Test number
- 718890685529
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass101,195 miles (+4)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 28 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 101,195 miles
- Test number
- 134172469038
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge, stepped
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail101,191 miles (+2,124)10 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 101,191 miles
- Test number
- 915971071866
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
- MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge, stepped
- AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass99,067 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 99,067 miles
- Test number
- 714926344866
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail99,067 miles (+6,728)1 dangerous1 major7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,067 miles
- Test number
- 130206900320
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass92,339 miles (+6,553)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 92,339 miles
- Test number
- 596557632840
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass85,786 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2019
- Odometer
- 85,786 miles
- Test number
- 361295991878
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Fail85,776 miles (+9,184)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 85,776 miles
- Test number
- 484103122678
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass76,592 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2018
- Odometer
- 76,592 miles
- Test number
- 149958964689
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail76,582 miles (+4,837)2 failures3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 76,582 miles
- Test number
- 596862251985
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn inner edge
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn inner edge
- AdvisoryOil leak
Pass71,745 miles (+4,974)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2017
- Odometer
- 71,745 miles
- Test number
- 619040060325
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass66,771 miles (+1,736)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2016
- Odometer
- 66,771 miles
- Test number
- 525606375056
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass65,035 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Mar 2015
- Odometer
- 65,035 miles
- Test number
- 107437684493
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail65,035 miles (+1,542)4 dangerous1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 65,035 miles
- Test number
- 268726784008
- DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
- DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
Pass63,493 miles (+1,501)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 63,493 miles
- Test number
- 247173632340
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- NoteBoth front tyres tread splitting
Pass61,992 miles (+2,950)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 61,992 miles
- Test number
- 637702631386
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass59,042 miles (+2,935)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 59,042 miles
- Test number
- 823042520385
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass56,107 miles (+5,944)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 56,107 miles
- Test number
- 654757929327
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass50,163 miles (+13,248)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 50,163 miles
- Test number
- 941314038302
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,915 miles (+7,130)
- MOT expiry
- 11 Dec 2007
- Odometer
- 36,915 miles
- Test number
- 451396046336
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass29,785 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Dec 2006
- Odometer
- 29,785 miles
- Test number
- 132350245319
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LS51 FVA
- Does LS51 FVA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 FVA is valid until 22 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LS51 FVA?
- The MOT on LS51 FVA is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LS51 FVA done?
- LS51 FVA was recorded at 128,071 miles at its MOT on 23 May 2026, an average of 4,804 miles a year.
- Has LS51 FVA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LS51 FVA has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2024.
- Has the mileage on LS51 FVA 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 FVA find?
- LS51 FVA passed its latest MOT on 23 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: front position lamp has a product on the lens or light source which changes the emitted colour; rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.
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