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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LX55 FCCMOT history

LX55 FCC is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 7 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 203,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
203,553 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2025
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,000 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 FCC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 FCC was last recorded at 203,553 miles on 13 Sept 2025, 17,336 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Feb 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Nov 2010: 48,590 miles, lower than 64,321 miles on 7 Dec 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
186,217 miles · 23 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
17,336 miles
Average per year
9,000 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 203,553 miles
  • 2023 – 186,217 miles
  • 2022 – 184,556 miles
  • 2021 – 176,507 miles
  • 2019 – 173,559 miles
  • 2018 – 164,752 miles
  • 2017 – 157,158 miles
  • 2016 – 152,167 miles
  • 2015 – 144,058 miles
  • 2014 – 135,316 miles
  • 2013 – 117,565 miles
  • 2012 – 99,395 miles
  • 2011 – 85,854 miles
  • 2010 – 48,590 miles
  • 2009 – 64,321 miles
  • 2008 – 52,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,553 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    203,553 miles
    Test number
    408212285468
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail203,553 miles (+17,336)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,553 miles
    Test number
    925123433169
    • DangerousFront Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  3. Pass186,217 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    186,217 miles
    Test number
    673885860148
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material severall (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  4. Fail186,217 miles (+1,661)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,217 miles
    Test number
    127722274958
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material severall (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass184,556 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    184,556 miles
    Test number
    383135359309
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail184,556 miles (+8,049)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,556 miles
    Test number
    553986315546
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass176,507 miles (+2,948)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    176,507 miles
    Test number
    147969455477
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass173,559 miles (+8,807)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    173,559 miles
    Test number
    926952193226
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass164,752 miles (+7,594)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,752 miles
    Test number
    200170140791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass157,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    157,158 miles
    Test number
    385954159528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail157,158 miles (+4,991)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,158 miles
    Test number
    399039872972
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  12. Pass152,167 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    152,167 miles
    Test number
    575382335764
    • AdvisoryDue to low emissions no print out was produced
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Fail152,167 miles (+8,109)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,167 miles
    Test number
    479562268641
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryDue to low emissions no print out was produced
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass144,058 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    144,058 miles
    Test number
    776954742380
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Fail144,058 miles (+8,742)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,058 miles
    Test number
    890047630557
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEmissions to clean for printout
    • AdvisoryLong hand brake travel

  16. Pass135,316 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    135,316 miles
    Test number
    657126544305
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSlight play in offside front antiroll bar bush

  17. Fail135,316 miles (+17,751)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,316 miles
    Test number
    956455644314
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteSlight play in offside front antiroll bar bush

  18. Pass117,565 miles (+18,170)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    117,565 miles
    Test number
    666560043321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass99,395 miles (+13,541)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    99,395 miles
    Test number
    416043142443
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass85,854 miles (+37,264)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    85,854 miles
    Test number
    548285301314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass48,590 miles (-15,731)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,590 miles
    Test number
    752912520319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,321 miles (+11,539)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    64,321 miles
    Test number
    254791149312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    52,782 miles
    Test number
    780247548344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 FCC

Does LX55 FCC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 FCC expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 FCC?
The MOT on LX55 FCC expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 FCC done?
LX55 FCC was recorded at 203,553 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2025, an average of 9,000 miles a year.
Has LX55 FCC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 FCC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX55 FCC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Nov 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LX55 FCC find?
LX55 FCC passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: rear brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides.

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