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BMW 530

Green · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

S40 LDHMOT history

S40 LDH is a green diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Mar 2006. Its MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 167,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 5 Oct 2024
Mileage
167,888 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2023
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,001 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 LDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
29 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Oct 2024
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 LDH was last recorded at 167,888 miles on 6 Oct 2023, 21,371 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,517 miles · 27 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
21,371 miles
Average per year
8,001 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,888 miles
  • 2022 – 146,517 miles
  • 2021 – 138,825 miles
  • 2020 – 135,026 miles
  • 2019 – 128,863 miles
  • 2018 – 122,577 miles
  • 2017 – 116,602 miles
  • 2016 – 109,905 miles
  • 2015 – 104,304 miles
  • 2014 – 98,070 miles
  • 2013 – 91,377 miles
  • 2012 – 83,972 miles
  • 2010 – 71,619 miles
  • 2009 – 57,003 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,888 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 5 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,888 miles (+21,371)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    167,888 miles
    Test number
    852620433461
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass146,517 miles (+3,294)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    146,517 miles
    Test number
    995913330820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass143,223 miles (+4,398)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    143,223 miles
    Test number
    102578070370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass138,825 miles (+162)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    138,825 miles
    Test number
    707880933827
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail138,663 miles (+3,637)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,663 miles
    Test number
    517340586803
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear metal pipe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass135,026 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    135,026 miles
    Test number
    155664147205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,863 miles (+6,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    128,863 miles
    Test number
    420907042756
    • AdvisoryAt time of test rear brake pipes heavily under sealed.

  8. Pass122,577 miles (+5,975)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,577 miles
    Test number
    988003026389

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass116,602 miles (+6,697)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    116,602 miles
    Test number
    827633320444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass109,905 miles (+5,601)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    109,905 miles
    Test number
    604270327915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass104,304 miles (+6,234)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    104,304 miles
    Test number
    288325775061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass98,070 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    98,070 miles
    Test number
    166129164002
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Fail98,070 miles (+6,693)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,070 miles
    Test number
    379129264083
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  14. Pass91,377 miles (+1)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    91,377 miles
    Test number
    176407783474
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased

  15. Fail91,376 miles (+7,404)2 failures2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,376 miles
    Test number
    338776783097
    • FailureFront registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brake pipes greased

  16. Pass83,972 miles (+12,353)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    83,972 miles
    Test number
    165719502406
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside front tyre damaged on outer sidewall

  17. Pass71,619 miles (+14,616)
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    71,619 miles
    Test number
    124645470296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,003 miles (+4,486)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,003 miles
    Test number
    310922779428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass52,517 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2010
    Odometer
    52,517 miles
    Test number
    573375729123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 LDH

Does S40 LDH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S40 LDH expired on 5 Oct 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S40 LDH?
The MOT on S40 LDH expired on 5 Oct 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S40 LDH done?
S40 LDH was recorded at 167,888 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2023, an average of 8,001 miles a year.
Has S40 LDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 LDH has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on S40 LDH 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 LDH find?
S40 LDH passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2023 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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