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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2005 · 2,926 cc

X18 RAEMOT history

X18 RAE is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 30 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 28 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 174,926 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

X18 RAE silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Apr 2027
Mileage
174,926 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,114 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X18 RAE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X18 RAE was last recorded at 174,926 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
174,924 miles · 20 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
6,114 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 174,926 miles
  • 2024 – 169,249 miles
  • 2023 – 164,579 miles
  • 2022 – 157,802 miles
  • 2021 – 149,975 miles
  • 2020 – 133,031 miles
  • 2019 – 132,995 miles
  • 2018 – 122,872 miles
  • 2016 – 118,729 miles
  • 2015 – 99,362 miles
  • 2014 – 98,551 miles
  • 2013 – 96,305 miles
  • 2012 – 95,120 miles
  • 2011 – 93,287 miles
  • 2010 – 91,659 miles
  • 2009 – 88,382 miles
  • 2008 – 65,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass174,926 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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 20 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass174,926 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    174,926 miles
    Test number
    117176448236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail174,924 miles (+5,675)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,924 miles
    Test number
    795222132542
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass169,249 miles (+4,670)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    169,249 miles
    Test number
    988214650285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass164,579 miles (+5)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    164,579 miles
    Test number
    256059122024
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail164,574 miles (+6,772)3 major3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,574 miles
    Test number
    919013281664
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass157,802 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    157,802 miles
    Test number
    231396795511
    • 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))

  7. Fail157,801 miles (+7,826)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,801 miles
    Test number
    654049168805
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  8. Pass149,975 miles (+123)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    149,975 miles
    Test number
    588997775634

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail149,852 miles (+16,821)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,852 miles
    Test number
    500853178847
    • 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))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  10. Pass133,031 miles (+36)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    133,031 miles
    Test number
    298018115067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,995 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,995 miles
    Test number
    439030702408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail132,993 miles (+2,940)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,993 miles
    Test number
    351883493235
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  13. Pass130,053 miles (+7,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    130,053 miles
    Test number
    178224618751
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass122,872 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    122,872 miles
    Test number
    150413161488

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail122,872 miles (+4,143)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,872 miles
    Test number
    165054174380
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre is worn on both edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre close to the limit

  16. Pass118,729 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    118,729 miles
    Test number
    712063320323
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail118,728 miles (+19,366)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,728 miles
    Test number
    428150882453
    • FailureCentre Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass99,362 miles (+811)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    99,362 miles
    Test number
    801151982786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass98,551 miles (+2,246)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    98,551 miles
    Test number
    539051554265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass96,305 miles (+1,185)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    96,305 miles
    Test number
    775711743235
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass95,120 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    95,120 miles
    Test number
    105888742278

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass93,287 miles (+1,628)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    93,287 miles
    Test number
    869899941263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,659 miles (+3,277)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    91,659 miles
    Test number
    390885140280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass88,382 miles (+1,739)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    88,382 miles
    Test number
    633325529200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass86,643 miles (+20,895)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,643 miles
    Test number
    491238879171
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  26. Pass65,748 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    65,748 miles
    Test number
    103032978168
    • 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)

Questions about X18 RAE

Does X18 RAE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X18 RAE is valid until 28 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X18 RAE?
The MOT on X18 RAE is valid until 28 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X18 RAE done?
X18 RAE was recorded at 174,926 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,114 miles a year.
Has X18 RAE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X18 RAE has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X18 RAE 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 X18 RAE find?
X18 RAE passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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