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BMW 530

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

LX02 ZNEMOT history

LX02 ZNE is a green petrol BMW 530 first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,754 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 15 Oct 2025
Mileage
154,754 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,480 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 ZNE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 ZNE was last recorded at 154,754 miles on 16 Oct 2024, 6,350 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,404 miles · 2 Sept 2023
Between the last two tests
6,350 miles
Average per year
6,480 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 154,754 miles
  • 2023 – 148,404 miles
  • 2022 – 135,051 miles
  • 2021 – 119,536 miles
  • 2020 – 112,828 miles
  • 2019 – 105,942 miles
  • 2018 – 97,947 miles
  • 2017 – 95,304 miles
  • 2016 – 90,189 miles
  • 2015 – 82,855 miles
  • 2014 – 72,854 miles
  • 2013 – 71,638 miles
  • 2012 – 69,955 miles
  • 2011 – 67,909 miles
  • 2010 – 63,079 miles
  • 2009 – 54,419 miles
  • 2008 – 50,563 miles
  • 2007 – 44,184 miles
  • 2006 – 35,421 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,754 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Fuel Cap/Sealing Device Perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,754 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    882213055378
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail154,754 miles (+6,350)1 repaired2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,754 miles
    Test number
    902719091273
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,404 miles (+13,353)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    148,404 miles
    Test number
    864485750100
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass135,051 miles (+15,515)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,051 miles
    Test number
    730320975477
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryCar smells of petrol but unable to find fuel leak
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing but still sealing
    • 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))

  5. Pass119,536 miles (+6,708)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    119,536 miles
    Test number
    140762117122
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass112,828 miles (+3)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    112,828 miles
    Test number
    529983134240
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap/Sealing Device Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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. Fail112,825 miles (+6,883)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,825 miles
    Test number
    952341685180
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Halo Rings / - Position Lamp (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Cap/Sealing Device Perished
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass105,942 miles (+32)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    105,942 miles
    Test number
    185539789474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn low to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low to legal limit
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  9. Fail105,910 miles (+7,963)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,910 miles
    Test number
    484009484623
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn low to legal limit
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn low to legal limit
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obstructing some underside components

  10. Pass97,947 miles (+2,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    97,947 miles
    Test number
    996385510545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn low to legal limit

  11. Pass95,304 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    95,304 miles
    Test number
    958837864424
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  12. Fail95,292 miles (+5,103)2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,292 miles
    Test number
    584077526345
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipes heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryHeavy oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryStone chips in windscreen
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened All (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass90,189 miles (+7,334)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    90,189 miles
    Test number
    686056762022
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisorySlight corosion on front to rear brake and fule pipes
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion on rear brake pipes at joint with hoses
    • AdvisorySlight misting on offside front shocker
    • AdvisoryUndertray fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass82,855 miles (+10,001)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    82,855 miles
    Test number
    188660575181
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass72,854 miles (+1,216)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    72,854 miles
    Test number
    257344064461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass71,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    71,638 miles
    Test number
    165532463225
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Fail71,638 miles (+1,683)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,638 miles
    Test number
    427951863269
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass69,955 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    69,955 miles
    Test number
    627922362298
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Fail69,954 miles (+2,045)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,954 miles
    Test number
    227891362277
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass67,909 miles (+4,830)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    67,909 miles
    Test number
    499406571296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass63,079 miles (+3,761)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    63,079 miles
    Test number
    313834680413
    • NoteInner friction surface on front brake discs corroding.
    • NoteSlight movement in offside rear antiroll bar link.

  22. Pass59,318 miles (+4,899)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2011
    Odometer
    59,318 miles
    Test number
    821148830160
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass54,419 miles (+3,856)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2010
    Odometer
    54,419 miles
    Test number
    943676739198
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass50,563 miles (+6,379)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    50,563 miles
    Test number
    261397538107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,184 miles (+8,763)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,184 miles
    Test number
    653609937181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass35,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    35,421 miles
    Test number
    284648336181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 ZNE

Does LX02 ZNE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 ZNE expired on 15 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 ZNE?
The MOT on LX02 ZNE expired on 15 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 ZNE done?
LX02 ZNE was recorded at 154,754 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2024, an average of 6,480 miles a year.
Has LX02 ZNE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 ZNE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LX02 ZNE 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 LX02 ZNE find?
LX02 ZNE passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2024 with 2 minor defects: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective.

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