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BMW 530

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

S40 VEKMOT history

S40 VEK is a black petrol BMW 530 first used on 15 Nov 2007. Its MOT is valid until 29 Aug 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,322 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

S40 VEK black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Aug 2027
Mileage
85,322 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,719 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S40 VEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
15 Nov 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S40 VEK was last recorded at 85,322 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 3,188 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
82,134 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,188 miles
Average per year
3,719 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 85,322 miles
  • 2025 – 82,134 miles
  • 2024 – 79,539 miles
  • 2023 – 76,586 miles
  • 2022 – 73,157 miles
  • 2021 – 69,700 miles
  • 2020 – 68,209 miles
  • 2019 – 65,176 miles
  • 2018 – 60,635 miles
  • 2017 – 55,979 miles
  • 2016 – 50,713 miles
  • 2015 – 45,329 miles
  • 2014 – 42,394 miles
  • 2013 – 38,917 miles
  • 2012 – 35,782 miles
  • 2011 – 30,664 miles
  • 2010 – 27,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,322 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

21 tests since 19 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,322 miles (+3,188)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    85,322 miles
    Test number
    484224482244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass82,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    82,134 miles
    Test number
    598464681917

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail82,314 miles (+2,775)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,314 miles
    Test number
    294562918189
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  4. Pass79,539 miles (+2,953)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    79,539 miles
    Test number
    882534525505

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass76,586 miles (+3,429)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    76,586 miles
    Test number
    841122918280
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass73,157 miles (+3,457)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    73,157 miles
    Test number
    914394925712
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass69,700 miles (+1,491)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    69,700 miles
    Test number
    591213181041
    • AdvisoryInner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass68,209 miles (+3,033)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    68,209 miles
    Test number
    870314043583
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass65,176 miles (+4,541)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    65,176 miles
    Test number
    476346176976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    60,635 miles
    Test number
    377645640857
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Fail60,635 miles (+4,656)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,635 miles
    Test number
    454312698334
    • 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 All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Delaminated (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryDriver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  12. Pass55,979 miles (+5,266)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    55,979 miles
    Test number
    616021927228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,713 miles (+5,384)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,713 miles
    Test number
    111352260076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass45,329 miles (+2,935)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,329 miles
    Test number
    729955585108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteAll four tyres have cuts on sidewalls
    • NoteBoth tyres are perrished under threads
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass42,394 miles (+3,477)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    42,394 miles
    Test number
    897153594166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,917 miles (+3,135)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    38,917 miles
    Test number
    406297383165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,782 miles (+5,118)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    479075602215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass30,664 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,664 miles
    Test number
    759144171115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail30,663 miles (+3,141)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,663 miles
    Test number
    448042571151
    • FailureRear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre inner and outter edge wearing smooth and has a little buldge
    • NoteOffside front tyre inner and outter edge wearing smooth

  20. Pass27,522 miles (+2,109)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    27,522 miles
    Test number
    690171240347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass25,413 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    25,413 miles
    Test number
    803040100273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S40 VEK

Does S40 VEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S40 VEK is valid until 29 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S40 VEK?
The MOT on S40 VEK is valid until 29 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S40 VEK done?
S40 VEK was recorded at 85,322 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 3,719 miles a year.
Has S40 VEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S40 VEK has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2025.
Has the mileage on S40 VEK 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 VEK find?
S40 VEK passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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