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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

X28 HADMOT history

X28 HAD is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 25 Feb 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 148,073 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Aug 2027
Mileage
148,073 mi
At MOT on 1 Aug 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,988 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X28 HAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
25 Feb 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X28 HAD was last recorded at 148,073 miles on 1 Aug 2026, 7,891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,182 miles · 5 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,891 miles
Average per year
8,988 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,073 miles
  • 2025 – 140,182 miles
  • 2023 – 139,987 miles
  • 2022 – 131,870 miles
  • 2021 – 115,649 miles
  • 2020 – 108,677 miles
  • 2019 – 88,543 miles
  • 2018 – 77,238 miles
  • 2017 – 73,529 miles
  • 2016 – 64,097 miles
  • 2015 – 56,717 miles
  • 2014 – 36,156 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,073 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth sides front lower arms have play in ball joints both arms

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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted obstructing full inspection

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 17 Feb 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,073 miles (+7,891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    148,073 miles
    Test number
    671133516920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front lower arms have play in ball joints both arms

  2. Pass140,182 miles (+72)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    140,182 miles
    Test number
    889967663046
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obstructing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail140,110 miles (+123)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,110 miles
    Test number
    630670175551
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obstructing full inspection
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass139,987 miles (+8,117)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    139,987 miles
    Test number
    764937220305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass131,870 miles (+16,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    131,870 miles
    Test number
    150755964686
    • 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))

  6. Pass115,649 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,649 miles
    Test number
    580290951485
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  7. Fail115,647 miles (+6,970)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,647 miles
    Test number
    456307959927
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower rear arm ball joint as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Lower rear arm ball joint as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass108,677 miles (+20,134)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    108,677 miles
    Test number
    972929159371
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (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 Lower 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))

  9. Pass88,543 miles (+11,305)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,543 miles
    Test number
    601097152092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge shoulder has patches void of tread (245/40 r 19 runflat dunlop) (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass77,238 miles (+3,709)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    77,238 miles
    Test number
    587042312738
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obstructing the view to some components

  11. Pass73,529 miles (+9,432)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2018
    Odometer
    73,529 miles
    Test number
    919418700366
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  12. Pass64,097 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2017
    Odometer
    64,097 miles
    Test number
    567272485053
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components

  13. Fail64,092 miles (+7,375)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,092 miles
    Test number
    990977060812
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted obscuring the view to some components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from drivers view of the road prior to test

  14. Pass56,717 miles (+20,561)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    56,717 miles
    Test number
    515537185068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass36,156 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    36,156 miles
    Test number
    628310954060
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail36,156 miles1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,156 miles
    Test number
    398358244026
    • FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about X28 HAD

Does X28 HAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X28 HAD is valid until 4 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X28 HAD?
The MOT on X28 HAD is valid until 4 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X28 HAD done?
X28 HAD was recorded at 148,073 miles at its MOT on 1 Aug 2026, an average of 8,988 miles a year.
Has X28 HAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X28 HAD has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on X28 HAD 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 X28 HAD find?
X28 HAD passed its latest MOT on 1 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; both sides front lower arms have play in ball joints both arms.

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