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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

S21 XLBMOT history

S21 XLB is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jun 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 169,250 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Jun 2027
Mileage
169,250 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
10,569 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 XLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
29 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 XLB was last recorded at 169,250 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 2,950 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,300 miles · 30 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,950 miles
Average per year
10,569 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,250 miles
  • 2025 – 166,300 miles
  • 2024 – 155,023 miles
  • 2023 – 136,514 miles
  • 2022 – 122,748 miles
  • 2021 – 105,849 miles
  • 2020 – 95,169 miles
  • 2019 – 83,552 miles
  • 2018 – 75,466 miles
  • 2017 – 65,536 miles
  • 2016 – 53,644 miles
  • 2015 – 38,710 miles
  • 2014 – 35,060 miles
  • 2013 – 28,873 miles
  • 2012 – 23,704 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,250 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryTrays and covers fittedRecorded at 7 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Trays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn outer tread (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Trailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected Corroded pins (1.9.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,250 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    169,250 miles
    Test number
    878653053942
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  2. Fail169,250 miles (+2,950)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,250 miles
    Test number
    496477432369
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  3. Pass166,300 miles (+11,277)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    166,300 miles
    Test number
    179114333901
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  4. Pass155,023 miles (+18,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    155,023 miles
    Test number
    693378354899
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  5. Pass136,514 miles (+13,766)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,514 miles
    Test number
    934556027180
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  6. Pass122,748 miles (+16,899)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    122,748 miles
    Test number
    961180622227
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted preventing a full inspection of some components

  7. Pass105,849 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    105,849 miles
    Test number
    484500584503
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  8. Fail105,849 miles (+10,680)1 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,849 miles
    Test number
    797881823993
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge advise changing soon (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  9. Pass95,169 miles (+11,617)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    95,169 miles
    Test number
    929013050469
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  10. Pass83,552 miles (+8,086)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    83,552 miles
    Test number
    492810534833
    • AdvisoryTrays and covers fitted

  11. Pass75,466 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    75,466 miles
    Test number
    810356327038
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn outer tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected Corroded pins (1.9.3b)

  12. Fail75,465 miles (+9,929)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,465 miles
    Test number
    462536572990
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed And inner sidewall cracked (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit Worn outer tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTrailer electrical socket deteriorated but the lead can still be securely connected Corroded pins (1.9.3b)

  13. Pass65,536 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    220289470246
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail65,536 miles (+11,892)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,536 miles
    Test number
    459817215703
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Inner sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisorySmall cut/crack offside front tyre inner and outer sidewalls

  15. Pass53,644 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    53,644 miles
    Test number
    878806863451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,644 miles (+14,934)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,644 miles
    Test number
    143100968497
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Inner bead (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  17. Pass38,710 miles (+3,650)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2016
    Odometer
    38,710 miles
    Test number
    396449245130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,060 miles (+6,187)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,060 miles
    Test number
    375727844441
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass28,873 miles (+5,169)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    28,873 miles
    Test number
    876507263233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass23,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    23,704 miles
    Test number
    306598652213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 XLB

Does S21 XLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 XLB is valid until 30 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 XLB?
The MOT on S21 XLB is valid until 30 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 XLB done?
S21 XLB was recorded at 169,250 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 10,569 miles a year.
Has S21 XLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 XLB has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 XLB 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 S21 XLB find?
S21 XLB passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: trays and covers fitted.

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