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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

S40 EYBMOT history

S40 EYB is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 8 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 10 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 185,820 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S40 EYB grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 10 Mar 2027
Mileage
185,820 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
9,340 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 EYB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
8 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 EYB was last recorded at 185,820 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 5,734 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,086 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,734 miles
Average per year
9,340 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,820 miles
  • 2025 – 180,086 miles
  • 2024 – 175,376 miles
  • 2023 – 165,277 miles
  • 2022 – 155,527 miles
  • 2020 – 146,256 miles
  • 2019 – 138,840 miles
  • 2018 – 131,564 miles
  • 2017 – 96,454 miles
  • 2016 – 95,247 miles
  • 2015 – 86,006 miles
  • 2014 – 74,794 miles
  • 2013 – 61,231 miles
  • 2012 – 56,751 miles
  • 2011 – 51,581 miles
  • 2010 – 47,417 miles
  • 2009 – 37,234 miles
  • 2008 – 21,552 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,820 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight movement in nearside headlamp

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 6 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,820 miles (+5,734)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    185,820 miles
    Test number
    737367716249
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass180,086 miles (+4,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    180,086 miles
    Test number
    741262505725
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass175,376 miles (+10,099)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    175,376 miles
    Test number
    827005076791
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass165,277 miles (+209)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    165,277 miles
    Test number
    653360838514

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail165,068 miles (+9,541)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,068 miles
    Test number
    403804454549
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel badly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • 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))

  6. Pass155,527 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    155,527 miles
    Test number
    822144717903
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail155,509 miles (+9,253)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,509 miles
    Test number
    194662270300
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass146,256 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    289024324756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail146,256 miles (+7,416)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,256 miles
    Test number
    939226899294
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,840 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,840 miles
    Test number
    615349982636

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail138,840 miles (+7,276)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,840 miles
    Test number
    729470473711
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass131,564 miles (+172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    131,564 miles
    Test number
    790160424702
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail131,392 miles (+11,387)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,392 miles
    Test number
    496362248974
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass120,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    120,005 miles
    Test number
    734973728776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail120,005 miles (+23,551)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,005 miles
    Test number
    832810475457
    • DangerousFront brake caliper has restricted free movement Both (3.5.1k)
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar locating pin insecure Link nut loose (2.4.G.3a)

  16. Pass96,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    96,454 miles
    Test number
    720106091958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail96,454 miles (+1,207)6 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,454 miles
    Test number
    399460802775
    • Repaired at testFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint both (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testFront Track rod end ball joint has excessive play both (2.2.B.1f)
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Pass95,247 miles (+24)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    95,247 miles
    Test number
    191276062806
    • AdvisorySlight movement in nearside headlamp

  19. Fail95,223 miles (+9,217)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,223 miles
    Test number
    383559910353
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisorySlight movement in nearside headlamp

  20. Pass86,006 miles (+11,212)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    86,006 miles
    Test number
    826014215094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,794 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    625707534065
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  22. Fail74,794 miles (+13,563)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,794 miles
    Test number
    955416434056
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn on inner edge

  23. Pass61,231 miles (+4,480)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,231 miles
    Test number
    946522583080
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChips on windscreen

  24. Pass56,751 miles (+5,170)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    56,751 miles
    Test number
    736758092047
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSills covered .under tray fitted

  25. Pass51,581 miles (+4,164)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    51,581 miles
    Test number
    618035591042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass47,417 miles (+10,183)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    47,417 miles
    Test number
    922467590145
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteAdvice nearside front tyre has slight cut on sidewall

  27. Pass37,234 miles (+15,682)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    37,234 miles
    Test number
    212788569154
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass21,552 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    21,552 miles
    Test number
    780159718279
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S40 EYB

Does S40 EYB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 EYB is valid until 10 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 EYB?
The MOT on S40 EYB is valid until 10 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 EYB done?
S40 EYB was recorded at 185,820 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 9,340 miles a year.
Has S40 EYB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 EYB has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2023.
Has the mileage on S40 EYB 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 S40 EYB find?
S40 EYB passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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