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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

LS51 VXNMOT history

LS51 VXN is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 22 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 11 Sept 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 11 Sept 2027
Mileage
95,281 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,939 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS51 VXN
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
22 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS51 VXN was last recorded at 95,281 miles on 25 Aug 2026, 1,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,405 miles · 28 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,876 miles
Average per year
2,939 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,281 miles
  • 2025 – 93,405 miles
  • 2024 – 91,853 miles
  • 2023 – 90,066 miles
  • 2022 – 88,610 miles
  • 2021 – 87,043 miles
  • 2020 – 85,261 miles
  • 2019 – 83,852 miles
  • 2018 – 82,563 miles
  • 2017 – 80,511 miles
  • 2016 – 78,565 miles
  • 2015 – 76,826 miles
  • 2014 – 74,415 miles
  • 2013 – 71,595 miles
  • 2012 – 68,384 miles
  • 2011 – 63,790 miles
  • 2010 – 63,688 miles
  • 2009 – 60,500 miles
  • 2008 – 52,346 miles
  • 2007 – 46,679 miles
  • 2006 – 40,244 miles
  • 2005 – 33,941 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,281 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Covers + shields fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear rear section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

27 tests since 10 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,281 miles (+1,876)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    95,281 miles
    Test number
    325637807793
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass93,405 miles (+1,552)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,405 miles
    Test number
    634014516958
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass91,853 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    91,853 miles
    Test number
    491967641333
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail91,853 miles (+1,787)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,853 miles
    Test number
    558568057791
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,066 miles (+1,456)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    90,066 miles
    Test number
    368559936383
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers + shields fitted

  6. Pass88,610 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    88,610 miles
    Test number
    332738701196
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail88,600 miles (+77)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,600 miles
    Test number
    995560647171
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside and nearside front to rear rear section (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail88,523 miles (+1,480)1 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,523 miles
    Test number
    686079658548
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) Inner Tie Rods Slight Play (Both Sides)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Lower Front Suspension Arm Bush Slightly Deteriorated (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Slightly Hazy (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryYellow Handbrake Light Illuminated

  9. Pass87,043 miles (+1,782)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    87,043 miles
    Test number
    776640119113
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass85,261 miles (+1,409)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,261 miles
    Test number
    633626949514
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass83,852 miles (+1,289)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    274733335999
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge plus age cracking to tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very close to limit (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass82,563 miles (+2,052)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    82,563 miles
    Test number
    354383477121
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  13. Pass80,511 miles (+1,946)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,511 miles
    Test number
    489679898118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass78,565 miles (+1,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,565 miles
    Test number
    301287758650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear heatshield needs attention

  15. Pass76,826 miles (+2,411)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    76,826 miles
    Test number
    886942515213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail74,415 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,415 miles
    Test number
    209300794156
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)

  17. Pass74,415 miles (+2,820)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    74,415 miles
    Test number
    825260694167
    • 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)

  18. Pass71,595 miles (+3,211)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    71,595 miles
    Test number
    439295403278
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass68,384 miles (+4,594)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    68,384 miles
    Test number
    385770182249
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll brake discs slightly worn/corroded
    • NoteAll four tyres wearing slightly on inner edges

  20. Pass63,790 miles (+102)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,790 miles
    Test number
    526383661255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,688 miles (+3,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,688 miles
    Test number
    101509970213
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  22. Pass60,500 miles (+8,154)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    60,500 miles
    Test number
    540282889226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass52,346 miles (+5,667)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    52,346 miles
    Test number
    141318668288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass46,679 miles (+6,435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    46,679 miles
    Test number
    990494487257
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass40,244 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    40,244 miles
    Test number
    982163786242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,244 miles (+6,303)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,244 miles
    Test number
    783892086205
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  27. Pass33,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    33,941 miles
    Test number
    234283685245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS51 VXN

Does LS51 VXN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS51 VXN is valid until 11 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS51 VXN?
The MOT on LS51 VXN is valid until 11 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS51 VXN done?
LS51 VXN was recorded at 95,281 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2026, an average of 2,939 miles a year.
Has LS51 VXN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS51 VXN has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on LS51 VXN 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 VXN find?
LS51 VXN passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: offside front coil spring corroded; oil leak, but not excessive.

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