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BMW 530

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LS52 FFVMOT history

LS52 FFV is a black petrol BMW 530 first used on 20 Dec 2002. Its MOT is valid until 20 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 106,735 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

LS52 FFV black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Sept 2027
Mileage
106,735 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
3,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FFV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
20 Dec 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FFV was last recorded at 106,735 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 2,475 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,260 miles · 17 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,475 miles
Average per year
3,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,735 miles
  • 2025 – 104,260 miles
  • 2024 – 102,063 miles
  • 2023 – 99,713 miles
  • 2022 – 98,915 miles
  • 2021 – 94,153 miles
  • 2020 – 82,868 miles
  • 2019 – 79,998 miles
  • 2018 – 73,846 miles
  • 2013 – 63,661 miles
  • 2011 – 62,726 miles
  • 2010 – 60,734 miles
  • 2009 – 57,909 miles
  • 2008 – 46,092 miles
  • 2007 – 34,144 miles
  • 2006 – 28,479 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,735 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc pitted/scored

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner pads getting low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play on tie rod

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel cap/sealing device poor condition

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,735 miles (+2,475)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    106,735 miles
    Test number
    136253572080
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass104,260 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    104,260 miles
    Test number
    536289541368
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail104,252 miles (+2,189)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,252 miles
    Test number
    103973001293
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Pass102,063 miles (+2,350)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    102,063 miles
    Test number
    609486499984
    • AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front top mount have slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play in steering tie rod
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass99,713 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    99,713 miles
    Test number
    669922189716
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play on tie rod
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail99,711 miles (+796)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,711 miles
    Test number
    994415447771
    • MajorFront Headlamp incorrect colour side light blue (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front disc pitted/scored (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both front inner pads getting low (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) slight play on tie rod
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,915 miles (+4)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    98,915 miles
    Test number
    593396486357
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met, advise further investigation

  8. Fail98,911 miles (+4,758)2 dangerous4 major2 repaired1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,911 miles
    Test number
    791101994414
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap/sealing device poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance only just met, advise further investigation

  9. Pass94,153 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    342916910311
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test chance cubes from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLarge loose floormat removed from behind pedals
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray missing

  10. Fail94,153 miles (+11,285)5 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,153 miles
    Test number
    779259672019
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect HID bulb insecure (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HIDs fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible HIDs fitted (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test chance cubes from mirror (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryLarge loose floormat removed from behind pedals
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray missing

  11. Pass82,868 miles (+2,870)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    82,868 miles
    Test number
    555351076443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass79,998 miles (+6,152)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    79,998 miles
    Test number
    949993716148
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass73,846 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,846 miles
    Test number
    429682894196
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished & wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished & wearing on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  14. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    508609620695
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    384273732043
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    274347728103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. FailMileage not read1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    203667799090
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracking on outer edge

  18. PassMileage not read2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    427159565136
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking

  19. PassMileage not read1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    399515074144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking
    • NoteWipers poor

  20. Pass63,661 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2014
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    427851533181
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in the front wheels.
    • NoteThe front tyre are wearing on the edges and cracking.
    • NoteThe o/s mirror is missing.

  21. Fail63,661 miles (+935)1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,661 miles
    Test number
    589721433169
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in the front wheels.
    • NoteThe front tyre are wearing on the edges and cracking.
    • NoteThe o/s mirror is missing.

  22. Pass62,726 miles (+1,992)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,726 miles
    Test number
    169477831352
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSlight play in the n/s front wheel.
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

  23. Fail60,734 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    444987400475
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

  24. Pass60,734 miles (+2,825)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    60,734 miles
    Test number
    813827300358
    • NoteThe front tyres are wearing on the edges.

  25. Pass57,909 miles (+11,817)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,909 miles
    Test number
    783800469214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass46,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    381825808353
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  27. Fail46,092 miles (+11,948)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,092 miles
    Test number
    441005608352
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass34,144 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    34,144 miles
    Test number
    923783727327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail34,144 miles (+5,665)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,144 miles
    Test number
    944429417356
    • FailureFront Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Body has excessive displacement which may lead to loss of vehicle control (6.1.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  30. Pass28,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    28,479 miles
    Test number
    504309026276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FFV

Does LS52 FFV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS52 FFV is valid until 20 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FFV?
The MOT on LS52 FFV is valid until 20 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS52 FFV done?
LS52 FFV was recorded at 106,735 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,896 miles a year.
Has LS52 FFV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FFV has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LS52 FFV 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 LS52 FFV find?
LS52 FFV passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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