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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

S17 YVAMOT history

S17 YVA is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 209,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
209,326 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,687 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 YVA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 YVA was last recorded at 209,326 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 22,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
186,923 miles · 21 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
22,403 miles
Average per year
8,687 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 209,326 miles
  • 2024 – 186,923 miles
  • 2023 – 171,497 miles
  • 2021 – 142,437 miles
  • 2020 – 132,651 miles
  • 2019 – 132,630 miles
  • 2018 – 123,429 miles
  • 2017 – 115,840 miles
  • 2016 – 111,485 miles
  • 2015 – 104,332 miles
  • 2014 – 92,630 miles
  • 2013 – 82,306 miles
  • 2012 – 72,087 miles
  • 2011 – 62,180 miles
  • 2010 – 56,777 miles
  • 2009 – 52,336 miles
  • 2008 – 46,677 miles
  • 2007 – 41,229 miles
  • 2006 – 37,254 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass209,326 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Rear (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Front And Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Side skirts fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass209,326 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    209,326 miles
    Test number
    108870764942
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Front And Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail209,326 miles (+22,403)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,326 miles
    Test number
    609898275682
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake binding but not excessively Rear (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play Front And Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Rear both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass186,923 miles (+15,426)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    186,923 miles
    Test number
    451818040049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted
  4. Pass171,497 miles (+16,272)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    171,497 miles
    Test number
    214272586162
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive n/s and o/s (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide skirts fitted
  5. Pass155,225 miles (+12,788)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    155,225 miles
    Test number
    211261192823
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  6. Pass142,437 miles (+9,786)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,437 miles
    Test number
    455122847536
    • AdvisoryFront Side repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under covers fitted thus not allowing full inspection
  7. Pass132,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    132,651 miles
    Test number
    485104289300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail132,651 miles (+21)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,651 miles
    Test number
    808703826435
    • DangerousCentral Rear Seat belt anchorage likely to become detached in the event of a collision (7.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  9. Pass132,630 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    132,630 miles
    Test number
    232959348324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail132,630 miles (+9,201)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,630 miles
    Test number
    778014018042
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass123,429 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    123,429 miles
    Test number
    198269644911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail123,429 miles (+7,589)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,429 miles
    Test number
    662537731750
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  13. Pass115,840 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,840 miles
    Test number
    256119301783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass111,485 miles (+7,153)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    111,485 miles
    Test number
    308367730528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,332 miles (+11,702)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    104,332 miles
    Test number
    286494085167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass92,630 miles (+154)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,630 miles
    Test number
    578504074053
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers
  17. Fail92,476 miles (+10,170)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,476 miles
    Test number
    926411774098
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSill covers
  18. Pass82,306 miles (+10,219)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    82,306 miles
    Test number
    558145773089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass72,087 miles (+9,907)1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    72,087 miles
    Test number
    758996782003
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inside edge
  20. Pass62,180 miles (+5,403)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,180 miles
    Test number
    367657311160
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
  21. Pass56,777 miles (+4,441)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    56,777 miles
    Test number
    870040210132
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
  22. Pass52,336 miles (+5,659)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    52,336 miles
    Test number
    291581719168
    • 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)
  23. Pass46,677 miles (+5,448)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,677 miles
    Test number
    830923018192
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  24. Pass41,229 miles (+3,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    41,229 miles
    Test number
    113233517185
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  25. Pass37,254 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    37,254 miles
    Test number
    464097136200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S17 YVA

Does S17 YVA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 YVA is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 YVA?
The MOT on S17 YVA is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 YVA done?
S17 YVA was recorded at 209,326 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 8,687 miles a year.
Has S17 YVA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 YVA has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S17 YVA 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 S17 YVA find?
S17 YVA passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: play in steering rack inner joint(s); seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear both sides; service brake binding but not excessively rear, and 3 more.

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