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BMW 530

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

S3 PPBMOT history

S3 PPB is a silver petrol BMW 530 first used on 24 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 103,643 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
103,643 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,231 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 PPB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 PPB was last recorded at 103,643 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 57 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,586 miles · 13 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
57 miles
Average per year
4,231 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 103,643 miles
  • 2025 – 101,373 miles
  • 2024 – 98,897 miles
  • 2023 – 96,262 miles
  • 2022 – 93,529 miles
  • 2020 – 90,802 miles
  • 2019 – 88,695 miles
  • 2018 – 85,291 miles
  • 2017 – 78,346 miles
  • 2016 – 70,594 miles
  • 2015 – 68,080 miles
  • 2014 – 64,889 miles
  • 2013 – 61,774 miles
  • 2012 – 57,566 miles
  • 2011 – 47,932 miles
  • 2009 – 39,949 miles
  • 2008 – 33,744 miles
  • 2007 – 25,423 miles
  • 2006 – 20,542 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,643 miles
  • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 5 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,643 miles (+57)3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    103,643 miles
    Test number
    673589928306
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Fail103,586 miles (+2,213)1 dangerous2 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,586 miles
    Test number
    205697334676
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,373 miles (+2,476)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,373 miles
    Test number
    777679087130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass98,897 miles16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    98,897 miles
    Test number
    692980308124
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear STRONG ADVISE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlight lens pitted

  5. Fail98,897 miles (+2,635)2 major16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,897 miles
    Test number
    352173814093
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose bulging under pressure (1.1.12 (d))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear STRONG ADVISE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlight lens pitted

  6. Pass96,262 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    96,262 miles
    Test number
    485986867306
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,262 miles (+2,733)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,262 miles
    Test number
    993856854465
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass93,529 miles (+2,727)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    93,529 miles
    Test number
    844960306884
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass90,802 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    248554241944
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens slightly pitted

  10. Fail90,802 miles (+2,107)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,802 miles
    Test number
    549227762433
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/s headlamp lens slightly pitted

  11. Pass88,695 miles (+3,404)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    88,695 miles
    Test number
    265721961520
    • AdvisoryOil leak undertrays fittet

  12. Pass85,291 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    829565508653
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears - STRONG ADVISE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/r worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency on the limit 16%

  13. Fail85,291 miles (+6,945)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,291 miles
    Test number
    987490890860
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears - STRONG ADVISE (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryN/s/r worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/f tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake hose deteriorated
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency on the limit 16%

  14. Pass78,346 miles (+11)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    78,346 miles
    Test number
    312140160606
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Fail78,335 miles (+7,741)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,335 miles
    Test number
    908267642929
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Pass70,594 miles2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    70,594 miles
    Test number
    941424703767
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake pipes corroded
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  17. Fail70,594 miles (+2,514)2 dangerous3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,594 miles
    Test number
    769401345285
    • DangerousNearside Rear brake pipes corroded
    • DangerousOffside Rear brake pipe corroded
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass68,080 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    68,080 miles
    Test number
    996532528526
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail68,079 miles (+3,190)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,079 miles
    Test number
    499713234518
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass64,889 miles (+3,115)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    64,889 miles
    Test number
    327806744205
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  21. Pass61,774 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    119958923227
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Fail61,774 miles (+4,208)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,774 miles
    Test number
    889028923270
    • FailureTyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Pass57,566 miles (+9,634)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    57,566 miles
    Test number
    945302052165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,932 miles (+7,983)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,932 miles
    Test number
    649709031221
    • NoteAdvise screen chipped

  25. Pass39,949 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    39,949 miles
    Test number
    252698539140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail39,943 miles (+6,199)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,943 miles
    Test number
    434335439138
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  27. Pass33,744 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    33,744 miles
    Test number
    542806288162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail33,704 miles (+8,281)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,704 miles
    Test number
    634284188190
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass25,423 miles (+4,881)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    25,423 miles
    Test number
    163552077406

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,542 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    20,542 miles
    Test number
    452786486109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 PPB

Does S3 PPB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 PPB is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 PPB?
The MOT on S3 PPB is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 PPB done?
S3 PPB was recorded at 103,643 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 4,231 miles a year.
Has S3 PPB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 PPB has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S3 PPB 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 S3 PPB find?
S3 PPB passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: central upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 8 more.

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