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BMW 530

White · Diesel · 1999 · 2,926 cc

V647 GDVMOT history

V647 GDV is a white diesel BMW 530 first used on 12 Oct 1999. Its MOT is valid until 3 Jun 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 124,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Jun 2027
Mileage
124,299 mi
At MOT on 13 May 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V647 GDV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V647 GDV was last recorded at 124,299 miles on 13 May 2026, 1,494 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,805 miles · 4 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
1,494 miles
Average per year
3,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,299 miles
  • 2025 – 122,805 miles
  • 2024 – 121,523 miles
  • 2023 – 120,672 miles
  • 2022 – 119,291 miles
  • 2021 – 117,305 miles
  • 2020 – 115,620 miles
  • 2019 – 111,349 miles
  • 2018 – 108,271 miles
  • 2017 – 104,674 miles
  • 2016 – 101,597 miles
  • 2015 – 98,343 miles
  • 2014 – 93,184 miles
  • 2013 – 87,546 miles
  • 2012 – 82,878 miles
  • 2011 – 78,006 miles
  • 2008 – 74,669 miles
  • 2007 – 69,576 miles
  • 2006 – 63,262 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,299 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2017

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 Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

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

    Failure4 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,299 miles (+1,494)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    124,299 miles
    Test number
    793422419685
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  2. Pass122,805 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    122,805 miles
    Test number
    821345947191
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail122,804 miles (+1,281)2 major2 repaired2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,804 miles
    Test number
    380456695471
    • MajorFuel pipe leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass121,523 miles (+118)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    121,523 miles
    Test number
    766227498405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisorySlight smell of fuel under the bonnet. no obvious leak further nvestigation required

  5. Fail121,405 miles (+733)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,405 miles
    Test number
    659643955961
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass120,672 miles (+1,381)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    120,672 miles
    Test number
    190457609902
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. Pass119,291 miles (+1,986)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    119,291 miles
    Test number
    276539300371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass117,305 miles (+1,685)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    117,305 miles
    Test number
    416435999222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass115,620 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2021
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    739685463603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail115,620 miles (+4,271)2 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,620 miles
    Test number
    558306205464
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass111,349 miles (+3,078)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    111,349 miles
    Test number
    723125800255
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass108,271 miles (+3,597)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,271 miles
    Test number
    405322576600
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass104,674 miles (+3,077)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    104,674 miles
    Test number
    190744324729
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

  14. Pass101,597 miles (+3,254)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,597 miles
    Test number
    205668085990
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both rear lower pin/bush slight play (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAdvise park brake adjustment
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass98,343 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    199029595416
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on approx 3mm

  16. Fail98,343 miles (+5,159)3 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,343 miles
    Test number
    206693785013
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on approx 3mm

  17. Pass93,184 miles (+53)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    93,184 miles
    Test number
    198420284493
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to clearly see condition of front and rear brake pads

  18. Fail93,131 miles (+5,585)2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,131 miles
    Test number
    277517774072
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to clearly see condition of front and rear brake pads

  19. Pass87,546 miles (+93)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    87,546 miles
    Test number
    956946683004
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail87,453 miles (+4,575)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,453 miles
    Test number
    948950283086
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass82,878 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    476121082018
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on approx 3mm
    • NoteStrong advise both front tyres worn very low on edges of tread(step-tread)

  22. Fail82,878 miles (+4,872)2 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,878 miles
    Test number
    747391182039
    • FailureAnti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside rear tyre on approx 3mm
    • NoteStrong advise both front tyres worn very low on edges of tread(step-tread)

  23. Pass78,006 miles (+3,337)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    78,006 miles
    Test number
    447445491082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass74,669 miles (+5,093)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    74,669 miles
    Test number
    253544878244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass69,576 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    371835777217
    • 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)
    • NoteN/S FRONT TYRE BALD ON INNER EDGE

  26. Fail69,576 miles (+6,314)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,576 miles
    Test number
    692785177237
    • FailureNearside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • NoteFRONT AND REAR INNER BRAKE PADS LOOK TO BE WEARING VERY LOW (ADVISE REPLACEMENT)
    • NoteN/S FRONT TYRE BALD ON INNER EDGE

  27. Pass63,262 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    63,262 miles
    Test number
    531052166236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass63,238 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    63,238 miles
    Test number
    330105856245
    • NoteVERY LOW EFFORT ON N/S REAR PARKING BRAKE

Questions about V647 GDV

Does V647 GDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V647 GDV is valid until 3 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V647 GDV?
The MOT on V647 GDV is valid until 3 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V647 GDV done?
V647 GDV was recorded at 124,299 miles at its MOT on 13 May 2026, an average of 3,105 miles a year.
Has V647 GDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V647 GDV has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 27 May 2025.
Has the mileage on V647 GDV 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 V647 GDV find?
V647 GDV passed its latest MOT on 13 May 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play, and 4 more.

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