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BMW 530

Red · Diesel · 1998 · 2,926 cc

S48 EUMMOT history

S48 EUM is a red diesel BMW 530 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025 and it has passed 19 of 22 MOT tests, with 133,228 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Sept 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 4 Sept 2025
Mileage
133,228 mi
At MOT on 5 Sept 2024
MOT tests
22
19 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,773 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S48 EUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Sept 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Sept 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S48 EUM was last recorded at 133,228 miles on 5 Sept 2024, 3,761 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
129,467 miles · 12 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
3,761 miles
Average per year
1,773 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 133,228 miles
  • 2023 – 129,467 miles
  • 2022 – 128,275 miles
  • 2021 – 126,311 miles
  • 2020 – 124,461 miles
  • 2019 – 122,733 miles
  • 2018 – 121,279 miles
  • 2017 – 119,704 miles
  • 2016 – 118,857 miles
  • 2015 – 118,418 miles
  • 2014 – 117,976 miles
  • 2013 – 116,428 miles
  • 2012 – 114,898 miles
  • 2011 – 112,736 miles
  • 2010 – 111,051 miles
  • 2009 – 109,134 miles
  • 2008 – 106,856 miles
  • 2007 – 103,781 miles
  • 2006 – 100,669 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass133,228 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Nearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Offside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass133,228 miles (+3,761)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    133,228 miles
    Test number
    207680437131
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass129,467 miles (+1,192)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    129,467 miles
    Test number
    659479742056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,275 miles (+1,964)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    128,275 miles
    Test number
    308548291084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass126,311 miles (+1,850)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    126,311 miles
    Test number
    520155339946

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass124,461 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    124,461 miles
    Test number
    261490057693

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass122,733 miles (+1,454)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,733 miles
    Test number
    324821404783

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass121,279 miles (+1,575)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    121,279 miles
    Test number
    596835021229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,704 miles (+847)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    119,704 miles
    Test number
    312093458483
    • AdvisoryBoth h\lamp lens's deteriorating

  9. Pass118,857 miles (+439)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,857 miles
    Test number
    750716045210
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroding

  10. Pass118,418 miles (+442)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    118,418 miles
    Test number
    215408005485
    • NoteFuel pipes corroding

  11. Pass117,976 miles (+1,548)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2015
    Odometer
    117,976 miles
    Test number
    326482234156
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Pass116,428 miles (+1,530)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    116,428 miles
    Test number
    625794843172
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass114,898 miles (+2,162)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2013
    Odometer
    114,898 miles
    Test number
    538259442154
    • NoteBoth rear subframe bushes split
    • NoteRear pads worn

  14. Pass112,736 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    112,736 miles
    Test number
    809370031159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail112,735 miles (+1,684)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,735 miles
    Test number
    765095021111
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  16. Pass111,051 miles (+1,917)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    111,051 miles
    Test number
    384317840147
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass109,134 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2010
    Odometer
    109,134 miles
    Test number
    200271949499
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail109,115 miles (+2,259)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,115 miles
    Test number
    294040049451
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  19. Pass106,856 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2009
    Odometer
    106,856 miles
    Test number
    284814018420
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  20. Fail106,854 miles (+3,073)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    294073318108
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  21. Pass103,781 miles (+3,112)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2008
    Odometer
    103,781 miles
    Test number
    242221747405
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteAll brake pipes slight corroded
    • NoteFront brake pads 4mm left
    • NoteHorn one tone only working
    • NoteN/s handbrake low effort cable cracked
    • NoteRear tyres 3mm min 1;6mm

  22. Pass100,669 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    100,669 miles
    Test number
    973014016139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S48 EUM

Does S48 EUM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S48 EUM expired on 4 Sept 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S48 EUM?
The MOT on S48 EUM expired on 4 Sept 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S48 EUM done?
S48 EUM was recorded at 133,228 miles at its MOT on 5 Sept 2024, an average of 1,773 miles a year.
Has S48 EUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S48 EUM has failed 3 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 May 2011.
Has the mileage on S48 EUM 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 S48 EUM find?
S48 EUM passed its latest MOT on 5 Sept 2024 with 3 advisories: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive.

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