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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

V57 GDLMOT history

V57 GDL is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 30 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024 and it has passed 19 of 35 MOT tests, with 244,996 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Dec 2023.

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MOT
Expired
On 13 Dec 2024
Mileage
244,996 mi
At MOT on 14 Dec 2023
MOT tests
35
19 passed · 16 failed
Per year
6,209 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V57 GDL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
14 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

V57 GDL was last recorded at 244,996 miles on 14 Dec 2023, 26 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Nov 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 19 Aug 2020: 220,226 miles, lower than 220,228 miles on 13 Aug 2020.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
244,970 miles · 30 Nov 2023
Between the last two tests
26 miles
Average per year
6,209 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 244,996 miles
  • 2022 – 235,446 miles
  • 2021 – 226,430 miles
  • 2020 – 220,226 miles
  • 2019 – 214,913 miles
  • 2018 – 209,200 miles
  • 2017 – 203,571 miles
  • 2016 – 197,203 miles
  • 2015 – 191,986 miles
  • 2014 – 186,634 miles
  • 2013 – 181,373 miles
  • 2012 – 176,211 miles
  • 2011 – 172,125 miles
  • 2010 – 167,179 miles
  • 2009 – 159,839 miles
  • 2008 – 147,827 miles
  • 2007 – 139,365 miles
  • 2006 – 136,658 miles
  • 2005 – 131,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass244,996 miles
  • AdvisoryBoth front side lights flashing when light switch is in the off positionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexible joints corroded and weak (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration plate lamp flashing when light switch is in the off positionRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous5 MOTs, 2009–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Nearside Front Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

35 tests since 27 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass244,996 miles (+26)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    244,996 miles
    Test number
    520997052656
    • AdvisoryBoth front side lights flashing when light switch is in the off position
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexible joints corroded and weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration plate lamp flashing when light switch is in the off position
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  2. Fail244,970 miles (+9,524)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    244,970 miles
    Test number
    746102324988
    • MajorNearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer body sill/jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front side lights flashing when light switch is in the off position
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded Both front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust flexible joints corroded and weak (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer body sill corroded & holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Registration plate lamp flashing when light switch is in the off position
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  3. Pass235,446 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    235,446 miles
    Test number
    143569178279
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material areas (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  4. Fail235,446 miles (+152)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,446 miles
    Test number
    325813724065
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill/inner outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill inner /outer (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both fronts (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front sill corroded and holed
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material areas (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  5. Fail235,294 miles (+8,864)1 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    235,294 miles
    Test number
    934070544617
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  6. Pass226,430 miles (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    226,430 miles
    Test number
    999279071261
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  7. Fail226,400 miles (+6,174)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    226,400 miles
    Test number
    887992321276
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  8. Pass220,226 miles (-2)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    220,226 miles
    Test number
    311981648559
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService corrosion on both outer sills and inner sills
  9. Fail220,228 miles (+123)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,228 miles
    Test number
    967528427455
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill and sill end (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService corrosion on both outer sills and inner sills
  10. Fail220,105 miles (+5,192)1 dangerous13 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,105 miles
    Test number
    460235740274
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill / sill end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills damaged and corroded
    • AdvisoryEngine management light not illuminating
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryVarious underbody areas and components corroded
  11. Pass214,913 miles (+41)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    214,913 miles
    Test number
    574910974419
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  12. Fail214,872 miles (+5,672)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,872 miles
    Test number
    575913721686
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  13. Pass209,200 miles (+169)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    209,200 miles
    Test number
    700297457645
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges and close to legal limit
  14. Fail209,031 miles (+5,460)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    209,031 miles
    Test number
    368230193373
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear outer sills corroded
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges and close to legal limit
  15. Pass203,571 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    203,571 miles
    Test number
    452773388092
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  16. Fail203,571 miles (+6,368)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,571 miles
    Test number
    861885424028
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  17. Pass197,203 miles (+5,217)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    197,203 miles
    Test number
    208874638666
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes starting to rust
  18. Pass191,986 miles (+5,352)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    191,986 miles
    Test number
    888659863979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass186,634 miles (+40)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    186,634 miles
    Test number
    866794134259
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFlexi exhaust deteriorated
  20. Fail186,594 miles (+5,221)4 failures4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,594 miles
    Test number
    698084524217
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteFlexi exhaust deteriorated
  21. Pass181,373 miles (+127)8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    181,373 miles
    Test number
    847725123234
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Fail181,246 miles (+5,035)2 failures8 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,246 miles
    Test number
    559019213289
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Pass176,211 miles (+34)9 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    176,211 miles
    Test number
    855711342224
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir-bag tell tale on
    • NoteNearside fornt brake pad sensor is not connected
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn at inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre has damage to outerwall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn at inner edge
  24. Fail176,177 miles (+4,052)1 failure9 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,177 miles
    Test number
    397797732273
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAir-bag tell tale on
    • NoteNearside fornt brake pad sensor is not connected
    • NoteNearside front tyre is worn at inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre has damage to outerwall
    • NoteOffside front tyre is worn at inner edge
  25. Pass172,125 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    172,125 miles
    Test number
    778855631242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail172,111 miles (+4,932)1 dangerous4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,111 miles
    Test number
    389154131489
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  27. Pass167,179 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    167,179 miles
    Test number
    131238000286
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir-bag tell tale on
  28. Fail167,179 miles (+7,340)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,179 miles
    Test number
    290948600213
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteAir-bag tell tale on
  29. Pass159,839 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    159,839 miles
    Test number
    853558599168
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers and components
  30. Fail159,836 miles (+12,009)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,836 miles
    Test number
    363778999151
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSome test items hidden by covers and components
  31. Pass147,827 miles (+8,462)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    147,827 miles
    Test number
    260189798116
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre
  32. Pass139,365 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    139,365 miles
    Test number
    512622197124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Fail139,356 miles (+2,698)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,356 miles
    Test number
    724867087137
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
  34. Pass136,658 miles (+4,740)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    136,658 miles
    Test number
    483684856248
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
  35. Pass131,918 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    131,918 miles
    Test number
    263720875248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V57 GDL

Does V57 GDL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V57 GDL expired on 13 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V57 GDL?
The MOT on V57 GDL expired on 13 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V57 GDL done?
V57 GDL was recorded at 244,996 miles at its MOT on 14 Dec 2023, an average of 6,209 miles a year.
Has V57 GDL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V57 GDL has failed 16 of its 35 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on V57 GDL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 19 Aug 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on V57 GDL find?
V57 GDL passed its latest MOT on 14 Dec 2023 with 11 advisories: both front side lights flashing when light switch is in the off position; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear; coil spring corroded both front, and 8 more.

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