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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LX04 FLDMOT history

LX04 FLD is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 21 May 2004. Its MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 81,542 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Feb 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 6 Feb 2026
Mileage
81,542 mi
At MOT on 6 Feb 2025
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,120 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX04 FLD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
21 May 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX04 FLD was last recorded at 81,542 miles on 6 Feb 2025, 435 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,107 miles · 7 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
435 miles
Average per year
4,120 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 81,542 miles
  • 2024 – 81,107 miles
  • 2022 – 78,147 miles
  • 2021 – 68,909 miles
  • 2020 – 66,045 miles
  • 2019 – 62,671 miles
  • 2018 – 58,665 miles
  • 2017 – 52,922 miles
  • 2016 – 48,469 miles
  • 2015 – 43,066 miles
  • 2014 – 40,424 miles
  • 2013 – 37,867 miles
  • 2012 – 29,452 miles
  • 2011 – 23,583 miles
  • 2010 – 19,819 miles
  • 2009 – 16,000 miles
  • 2008 – 15,395 miles
  • 2007 – 9,039 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,542 miles
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have slight corrosion, especially by flexi hose ferules

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215 55 16

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,542 miles (+435)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    81,542 miles
    Test number
    491753386338
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))

  2. Pass81,107 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    853429604926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail81,107 miles (+2,960)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    633396109396
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass78,147 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    601210172279
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have slight corrosion, especially by flexi hose ferules (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail78,147 miles (+9,238)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    378967203708
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin Rear silencer missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too high Both sides (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes have slight corrosion, especially by flexi hose ferules (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 215 55 16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225 55 16 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass68,909 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    402932757135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail68,909 miles (+2,864)1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,909 miles
    Test number
    434101192261
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass66,045 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    66,045 miles
    Test number
    690920365475
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play both n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail66,041 miles (+3,370)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,041 miles
    Test number
    279609632963
    • MajorFront Bumper insecure bumper (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlamp washer inoperative

  10. Pass62,671 miles (+4,006)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,671 miles
    Test number
    988060756243
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass58,665 miles (+5,743)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    58,665 miles
    Test number
    905318458225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass52,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    52,922 miles
    Test number
    770152048422
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough slight knocking noise (2.2.D.1)

  13. Fail52,922 miles (+4,453)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,922 miles
    Test number
    374740270420
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough slight knocking noise (2.2.D.1)

  14. Pass48,469 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    48,469 miles
    Test number
    965528854282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,469 miles (+5,403)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,469 miles
    Test number
    897578790318
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass43,066 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    43,066 miles
    Test number
    604923085849
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail43,014 miles (+2,590)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,014 miles
    Test number
    347988908440
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance lens broken allowing water ingress (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  18. Pass40,424 miles (+2,557)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,424 miles
    Test number
    385988564400
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteN/s/f plastic floor under trim damaged/ hanging down slightly
    • NoteO/s/r light lens cracked but ok for mot at present

  19. Fail37,867 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    798633283261
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass37,867 miles (+8,415)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    37,867 miles
    Test number
    968553883241
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  21. Pass29,452 miles (+5,869)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    29,452 miles
    Test number
    129516392284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,583 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    23,583 miles
    Test number
    458574441251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail23,581 miles (+3,762)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,581 miles
    Test number
    418423341217
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass19,819 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    19,819 miles
    Test number
    752431430276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,819 miles (+3,819)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,819 miles
    Test number
    582230930213
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

  26. Pass16,000 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    16,000 miles
    Test number
    372683769122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,395 miles (+6,356)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    15,395 miles
    Test number
    482171228108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass9,039 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    9,039 miles
    Test number
    910566387162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail9,033 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    9,033 miles
    Test number
    421614787185
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Questions about LX04 FLD

Does LX04 FLD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX04 FLD expired on 6 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX04 FLD?
The MOT on LX04 FLD expired on 6 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX04 FLD done?
LX04 FLD was recorded at 81,542 miles at its MOT on 6 Feb 2025, an average of 4,120 miles a year.
Has LX04 FLD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX04 FLD has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LX04 FLD 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 LX04 FLD find?
LX04 FLD passed its latest MOT on 6 Feb 2025 with 1 advisory: bonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated.

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