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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

T18 WLBMOT history

T18 WLB is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 27 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 185,785 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
185,785 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2026
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
11,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 WLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 WLB was last recorded at 185,785 miles on 11 Mar 2026, 12,219 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
173,566 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
12,219 miles
Average per year
11,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,785 miles
  • 2025 – 173,566 miles
  • 2024 – 162,962 miles
  • 2023 – 149,863 miles
  • 2022 – 138,991 miles
  • 2021 – 128,284 miles
  • 2020 – 120,611 miles
  • 2019 – 117,232 miles
  • 2018 – 114,960 miles
  • 2017 – 99,216 miles
  • 2016 – 92,419 miles
  • 2015 – 85,965 miles
  • 2014 – 74,252 miles
  • 2013 – 51,036 miles
  • 2012 – 31,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,785 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRBT: Park brake only minimum 16%Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspectionRecorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryVehicle has been loweredRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 23 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,785 miles (+12,219)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    185,785 miles
    Test number
    807265110855
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT: Park brake only minimum 16%
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been lowered

  2. Pass173,566 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    173,566 miles
    Test number
    419690591271
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been modified and lowered

  3. Fail173,566 miles (+10,604)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,566 miles
    Test number
    127312852566
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been modified and lowered

  4. Pass162,962 miles (+13,099)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    162,962 miles
    Test number
    312653325426
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRBT: park brake only minimum 16%
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been lowered

  5. Pass149,863 miles (+10,872)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    149,863 miles
    Test number
    309281118182
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on very inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection
    • AdvisoryVehicle has been lowered

  6. Pass138,991 miles (+10,707)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,991 miles
    Test number
    465417504950
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  7. Pass128,284 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    128,284 miles
    Test number
    455417321626
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  8. Fail128,284 miles (+7,673)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,284 miles
    Test number
    179171511481
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder trays/covers limit inspection

  9. Pass120,611 miles (+3,379)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    120,611 miles
    Test number
    475897293604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass117,232 miles (+2,272)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,232 miles
    Test number
    837627748055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass114,960 miles (+15,744)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    114,960 miles
    Test number
    934477743495
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  12. Pass99,216 miles (+6,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    99,216 miles
    Test number
    518094291061
    • AdvisoryFront both tyres wearing inner shoulders

  13. Pass92,419 miles (+6,454)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    92,419 miles
    Test number
    312357782299
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing inner shoulder

  14. Pass85,965 miles (+11,713)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    85,965 miles
    Test number
    918553765070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass74,252 miles (+23,216)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    74,252 miles
    Test number
    978900184039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,036 miles (+20,029)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    51,036 miles
    Test number
    565002783048
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass31,007 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,007 miles
    Test number
    835453882040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T18 WLB

Does T18 WLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 WLB is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T18 WLB?
The MOT on T18 WLB is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 WLB done?
T18 WLB was recorded at 185,785 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2026, an average of 11,083 miles a year.
Has T18 WLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 WLB has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T18 WLB 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 T18 WLB find?
T18 WLB passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2026 with 5 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rbt: park brake only minimum 16%; rear shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both sides, and 2 more.

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