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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

V7 BPSMOT history

V7 BPS is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 30 Mar 2005. Its MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 128,385 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Aug 2024.

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MOT
Expired
On 19 Aug 2025
Mileage
128,385 mi
At MOT on 20 Aug 2024
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,432 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V7 BPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

V7 BPS was last recorded at 128,385 miles on 20 Aug 2024, 10,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Oct 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,854 miles · 20 Oct 2023
Between the last two tests
10,531 miles
Average per year
6,432 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 128,385 miles
  • 2023 – 117,854 miles
  • 2022 – 108,448 miles
  • 2021 – 102,747 miles
  • 2020 – 98,420 miles
  • 2019 – 93,853 miles
  • 2018 – 84,529 miles
  • 2017 – 76,123 miles
  • 2016 – 70,390 miles
  • 2015 – 65,530 miles
  • 2014 – 59,745 miles
  • 2013 – 54,148 miles
  • 2012 – 47,307 miles
  • 2011 – 41,314 miles
  • 2010 – 35,293 miles
  • 2009 – 30,226 miles
  • 2008 – 23,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass128,385 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Stone chip zone a

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ,front bush,both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 26 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass128,385 miles (+10,531)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    128,385 miles
    Test number
    951012758372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,854 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    117,854 miles
    Test number
    160439916528
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail117,805 miles (+9,357)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,805 miles
    Test number
    372398888785
    • MajorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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))

  4. Pass108,448 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    108,448 miles
    Test number
    361646251800
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ,front bush,both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip zone a

  5. Fail108,447 miles (+5,700)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,447 miles
    Test number
    128302270443
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement ,front bush,both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip zone a

  6. Pass102,747 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    102,747 miles
    Test number
    963560286131
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner , front bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip zone a

  7. Fail102,747 miles (+4,327)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,747 miles
    Test number
    386377924926
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured side repeater (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner , front bush, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryStone chip zone a

  8. Pass98,420 miles (+4,567)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    98,420 miles
    Test number
    681186394754
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass93,853 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,853 miles
    Test number
    465844841365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail93,853 miles (+9,324)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,853 miles
    Test number
    882402736851
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass84,529 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    84,529 miles
    Test number
    867903818820
    • AdvisoryEngine, under and sill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brake discs wearing
    • AdvisorySlight play in os steering rack

  12. Fail84,523 miles (+2,028)1 major1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,523 miles
    Test number
    156971124499
    • MajorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ns and os (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine, under and sill covers fitted

  13. Pass82,495 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    82,495 miles
    Test number
    283222018079
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail82,495 miles (+6,372)3 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,495 miles
    Test number
    902448859023
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass76,123 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    76,123 miles
    Test number
    741741388315
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail76,122 miles (+5,732)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,122 miles
    Test number
    456840466692
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  17. Pass70,390 miles (+4,860)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    70,390 miles
    Test number
    767142473823

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,530 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    65,530 miles
    Test number
    557046375057
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to pick up emissions vehicle to clean

  19. Fail65,530 miles (+5,785)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,530 miles
    Test number
    118225775079
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteUnable to pick up emissions vehicle to clean

  20. Pass59,745 miles (+5,597)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    59,745 miles
    Test number
    736487554052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,148 miles (+6,841)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    54,148 miles
    Test number
    395810283045
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass47,307 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    47,307 miles
    Test number
    875278362080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,307 miles (+5,993)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,307 miles
    Test number
    498887162065
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass41,314 miles (+6,021)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    41,314 miles
    Test number
    986479561005
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • 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)

  25. Pass35,293 miles (+5,067)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,293 miles
    Test number
    231910770042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass30,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    30,226 miles
    Test number
    580861879026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail30,226 miles (+6,795)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,226 miles
    Test number
    893621479087
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass23,431 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    23,431 miles
    Test number
    231907118125
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteNearside parking brakes noisy.

Questions about V7 BPS

Does V7 BPS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V7 BPS expired on 19 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V7 BPS?
The MOT on V7 BPS expired on 19 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V7 BPS done?
V7 BPS was recorded at 128,385 miles at its MOT on 20 Aug 2024, an average of 6,432 miles a year.
Has V7 BPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V7 BPS has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V7 BPS 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 V7 BPS find?
V7 BPS passed its latest MOT on 20 Aug 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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