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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,926 cc

T26 ADHMOT history

T26 ADH is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 16 Aug 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 149,955 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
149,955 mi
At MOT on 22 Jun 2026
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T26 ADH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
16 Aug 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T26 ADH was last recorded at 149,955 miles on 22 Jun 2026, 16,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
133,453 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
16,502 miles
Average per year
7,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 149,955 miles
  • 2025 – 133,453 miles
  • 2024 – 116,972 miles
  • 2023 – 109,053 miles
  • 2022 – 105,984 miles
  • 2021 – 102,978 miles
  • 2020 – 100,943 miles
  • 2019 – 98,025 miles
  • 2018 – 95,863 miles
  • 2017 – 92,355 miles
  • 2016 – 88,025 miles
  • 2015 – 82,448 miles
  • 2014 – 79,861 miles
  • 2013 – 74,576 miles
  • 2012 – 63,626 miles
  • 2011 – 49,871 miles
  • 2010 – 44,805 miles
  • 2009 – 36,432 miles
  • 2008 – 23,998 miles
  • 2007 – 14,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass149,955 miles
  • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 5 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass149,955 miles (+16,502)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    149,955 miles
    Test number
    614623130356
    • MinorCentral Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Pass133,453 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    133,453 miles
    Test number
    697440503273
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail133,453 miles (+16,481)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,453 miles
    Test number
    124795858629
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn upper front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front fog lamp inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inside edge 225/50 17 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,972 miles (+7,919)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    116,972 miles
    Test number
    534163041511
    • 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))

  5. Pass109,053 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    109,053 miles
    Test number
    608162769133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail109,053 miles (+3,069)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,053 miles
    Test number
    650846230749
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached Nut loose. (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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. Pass105,984 miles (+3,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    105,984 miles
    Test number
    966999928214
    • 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. Pass102,978 miles (+2,035)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    102,978 miles
    Test number
    305156681953
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVER FITTED RESTRICTING ACCESS TO SOME COMPONENTS
    • 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))
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS FITTED RESTRICTED INSPECTION
    • AdvisoryUNDERSIDE OF VEHICLE COVERED RESTICTING ACCESS TO SOME PARTS

  9. Pass100,943 miles (+2,918)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    100,943 miles
    Test number
    312043122644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,025 miles (+2,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    98,025 miles
    Test number
    211769060860
    • AdvisoryAll tyre wearing out of shape on inner edges
    • AdvisoryService light on - 17 000

  11. Pass95,863 miles (+3,508)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,863 miles
    Test number
    739450274427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass92,355 miles (+4,330)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    92,355 miles
    Test number
    909704590739

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,025 miles (+5,577)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    88,025 miles
    Test number
    998198751850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,448 miles (+2,587)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    82,448 miles
    Test number
    777834485003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,861 miles (+5,285)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,861 miles
    Test number
    199617364451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass74,576 miles (+10,950)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    74,576 miles
    Test number
    136647883433
    • NoteO/s and n/s iner front tyre's worn very un even on iner edges, close to limit, below service standard's
    • NoteO/s and n/s iner rear tyre's starting to were un even, centre tred is worn low

  17. Pass63,626 miles (+13,755)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    63,626 miles
    Test number
    198084272078
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres starting to go out of shape on inner edges.
    • NotePlastic trims fitted to both outer sills not allowing full inspection.
    • NoteSlight play in o/s/f inner steering rack joint.

  18. Pass49,871 miles (+5,066)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,871 miles
    Test number
    445029681094
    • 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)

  19. Pass44,805 miles (+8,373)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    44,805 miles
    Test number
    171958270479
    • NoteEmissions to low to record

  20. Pass36,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,432 miles
    Test number
    524997899062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,432 miles (+12,434)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,432 miles
    Test number
    673297199081
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  22. Pass23,998 miles (+9,728)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,998 miles
    Test number
    180015298008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass14,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    14,270 miles
    Test number
    904965397053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T26 ADH

Does T26 ADH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T26 ADH is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on T26 ADH?
The MOT on T26 ADH is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T26 ADH done?
T26 ADH was recorded at 149,955 miles at its MOT on 22 Jun 2026, an average of 7,062 miles a year.
Has T26 ADH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T26 ADH has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T26 ADH 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 T26 ADH find?
T26 ADH passed its latest MOT on 22 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: central rear upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside rear upper suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside side repeater slightly discoloured, and 1 more.

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