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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

T5 KTOMOT history

T5 KTO is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 14 May 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 322,236 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
322,236 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
11,233 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T5 KTO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 May 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T5 KTO was last recorded at 322,236 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 12,198 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
310,038 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
12,198 miles
Average per year
11,233 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 322,236 miles
  • 2025 – 310,038 miles
  • 2023 – 299,656 miles
  • 2022 – 285,092 miles
  • 2021 – 277,939 miles
  • 2019 – 264,120 miles
  • 2018 – 246,721 miles
  • 2017 – 221,214 miles
  • 2016 – 193,184 miles
  • 2015 – 169,690 miles
  • 2014 – 158,332 miles
  • 2013 – 151,461 miles
  • 2012 – 146,345 miles
  • 2011 – 141,815 miles
  • 2010 – 136,977 miles
  • 2009 – 129,811 miles
  • 2008 – 125,759 miles
  • 2007 – 116,849 miles
  • 2006 – 101,887 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass322,236 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • 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))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Undertrays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2019

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

26 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass322,236 miles (+12,198)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    322,236 miles
    Test number
    901565556727
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • 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))

  2. Pass310,038 miles (+10,382)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    310,038 miles
    Test number
    581757074770

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass299,656 miles (+8,149)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    299,656 miles
    Test number
    655387513180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass291,507 miles (+6,415)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    291,507 miles
    Test number
    492451502921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass285,092 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    285,092 miles
    Test number
    177873599592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail284,971 miles (+7,032)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    284,971 miles
    Test number
    266577557594
    • MajorNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  7. Pass277,939 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    277,939 miles
    Test number
    436027456915
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail277,939 miles (+13,819)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,939 miles
    Test number
    738831540980
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHorn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass264,120 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    264,120 miles
    Test number
    259871904544
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Fail264,120 miles (+17,399)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    264,120 miles
    Test number
    416764630663
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  11. Pass246,721 miles (+25,507)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    246,721 miles
    Test number
    302602501256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass221,214 miles (+28,030)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    221,214 miles
    Test number
    513823923028
    • 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)

  13. Pass193,184 miles (+23,494)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    193,184 miles
    Test number
    916519377109
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass169,690 miles (+11,358)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    169,690 miles
    Test number
    587450255139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass158,332 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    158,332 miles
    Test number
    479111354148
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail158,332 miles (+6,871)5 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,332 miles
    Test number
    976071854191
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass151,461 miles (+5,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    151,461 miles
    Test number
    219849063172
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass146,345 miles (+47)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,345 miles
    Test number
    555168062189
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHard acceleration vehicle slight smokes
    • NoteStrong advise offside front tyre wearing badley inside edge no cords present at time of test

  19. Fail146,298 miles (+4,483)1 dangerous2 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,298 miles
    Test number
    277571462447
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteHard acceleration vehicle slight smokes
    • NoteStrong advise offside front tyre wearing badley inside edge no cords present at time of test

  20. Pass141,815 miles (+4,838)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    141,815 miles
    Test number
    438249161174
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail136,977 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,977 miles
    Test number
    251660970460
    • Repaired at testRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront wipers will need to be changed soon.

  22. Pass136,977 miles (+7,166)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    136,977 miles
    Test number
    793510070163
    • NoteFront wipers will need to be changed soon.

  23. Pass129,811 miles (+4,052)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    129,811 miles
    Test number
    522660479137
    • NoteFront wiper blades poor condition
    • NoteStrong advise nearside rear tyre on legal limit customer awere 1.6mm

  24. Pass125,759 miles (+8,910)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    125,759 miles
    Test number
    893947178198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass116,849 miles (+14,962)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2008
    Odometer
    116,849 miles
    Test number
    722306547176
    • 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)
    • NoteFront wipers slightly smeary

  26. Pass101,887 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2007
    Odometer
    101,887 miles
    Test number
    712460556129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T5 KTO

Does T5 KTO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T5 KTO is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T5 KTO?
The MOT on T5 KTO is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T5 KTO done?
T5 KTO was recorded at 322,236 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 11,233 miles a year.
Has T5 KTO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T5 KTO has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on T5 KTO 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 T5 KTO find?
T5 KTO passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; front power steering pump has slight seepage; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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