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BMW 530

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 2,996 cc

T6 DPAMOT history

T6 DPA is a grey petrol BMW 530 first used on 19 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 28 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 85,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Oct 2026
Mileage
85,047 mi
At MOT on 29 Oct 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T6 DPA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T6 DPA was last recorded at 85,047 miles on 29 Oct 2025, 1,554 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,493 miles · 8 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
1,554 miles
Average per year
3,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 85,047 miles
  • 2024 – 83,493 miles
  • 2023 – 81,766 miles
  • 2022 – 79,179 miles
  • 2021 – 76,583 miles
  • 2020 – 73,208 miles
  • 2019 – 68,505 miles
  • 2018 – 63,582 miles
  • 2017 – 63,518 miles
  • 2016 – 61,398 miles
  • 2015 – 59,342 miles
  • 2014 – 56,142 miles
  • 2013 – 48,446 miles
  • 2012 – 38,985 miles
  • 2011 – 33,832 miles
  • 2010 – 23,601 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass85,047 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner+outer (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 20 Apr 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass85,047 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,047 miles
    Test number
    425154673681
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner+outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail85,024 miles (+1,531)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,024 miles
    Test number
    764183873229
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure The cords is visible Marked 225/50/R17 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MinorOffside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner+outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass83,493 miles (+1,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    83,493 miles
    Test number
    321381166436
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass81,766 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    81,766 miles
    Test number
    970773639001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail81,760 miles (+2,581)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,760 miles
    Test number
    907540334296
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm cords showing inside edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum oil from steering rack area (2.1.5 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,179 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    79,179 miles
    Test number
    793798526839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail79,175 miles (+2,592)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,175 miles
    Test number
    844627826067
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorOffside Power steering component leaking (2.1.5 (a))

  8. Pass76,583 miles (+134)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    76,583 miles
    Test number
    790740855955
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail76,449 miles (+3,241)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,449 miles
    Test number
    185121728706
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation slow to return after brake application (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack gaiter (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTPMS illuminated

  10. Pass73,208 miles (+4,703)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    73,208 miles
    Test number
    748768649674

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,505 miles (+4,923)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    68,505 miles
    Test number
    671308225772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass63,582 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,582 miles
    Test number
    371140093718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,518 miles (+2,120)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,518 miles
    Test number
    404743815839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass61,398 miles (+2,056)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    61,398 miles
    Test number
    525241527089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,342 miles (+3,200)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    59,342 miles
    Test number
    818601514048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,142 miles (+7,696)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    56,142 miles
    Test number
    837248794187
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteEML light on

  17. Pass48,446 miles (+9,461)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    48,446 miles
    Test number
    939292193179
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  18. Pass38,985 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    38,985 miles
    Test number
    167172672133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail38,983 miles (+5,151)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,983 miles
    Test number
    426191372180
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)

  20. Pass33,832 miles (+10,231)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    33,832 miles
    Test number
    149058601266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    23,601 miles
    Test number
    750110710158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T6 DPA

Does T6 DPA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T6 DPA is valid until 28 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T6 DPA?
The MOT on T6 DPA is valid until 28 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T6 DPA done?
T6 DPA was recorded at 85,047 miles at its MOT on 29 Oct 2025, an average of 3,958 miles a year.
Has T6 DPA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T6 DPA has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on T6 DPA 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 T6 DPA find?
T6 DPA passed its latest MOT on 29 Oct 2025 with 3 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner+outer; rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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