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BMW 530

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

X46 FKEMOT history

X46 FKE is a green diesel BMW 530 first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT expired on 2 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 203,269 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Feb 2022.

X46 FKE green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Mar 2023
Mileage
203,269 mi
At MOT on 28 Feb 2022
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,475 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X46 FKE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
28 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X46 FKE was last recorded at 203,269 miles on 28 Feb 2022, 7,497 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Mar 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
195,772 miles · 3 Mar 2021
Between the last two tests
7,497 miles
Average per year
8,475 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 203,269 miles
  • 2021 – 195,772 miles
  • 2020 – 191,874 miles
  • 2019 – 191,872 miles
  • 2018 – 184,659 miles
  • 2017 – 179,346 miles
  • 2016 – 172,170 miles
  • 2015 – 163,883 miles
  • 2014 – 157,713 miles
  • 2013 – 151,399 miles
  • 2011 – 140,379 miles
  • 2010 – 129,540 miles
  • 2009 – 116,688 miles
  • 2008 – 100,738 miles
  • 2007 – 63,967 miles
  • 2006 – 68,745 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,269 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2007–2017

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Central Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 29 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,269 miles (+7,497)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    203,269 miles
    Test number
    281470821403
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass195,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    195,772 miles
    Test number
    531545670949

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail195,772 miles (+3,898)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,772 miles
    Test number
    895794288192
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  4. Pass191,874 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    191,874 miles
    Test number
    595382911267
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail191,872 miles (+7,213)1 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,872 miles
    Test number
    565374593508
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer 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))

  6. Pass184,659 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    184,659 miles
    Test number
    887353988144
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light loose and about to fall out
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear seat laid down so cannot check seat belt

  7. Fail184,658 miles (+5,312)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,658 miles
    Test number
    127329002510
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front fog light loose and about to fall out
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear rear seat laid down so cannot check seat belt

  8. Pass179,346 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    179,346 miles
    Test number
    151052450133
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMetal brake and fuel pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail179,346 miles (+7,176)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,346 miles
    Test number
    562864309696
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryMetal brake and fuel pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Pass172,170 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    172,170 miles
    Test number
    702975323884
    • AdvisoryAll rear subframe mounts worn
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake and fuel pipes slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Fail172,170 miles (+8,287)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,170 miles
    Test number
    179022088250
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear outer (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass163,883 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    163,883 miles
    Test number
    265526165198
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail163,883 miles (+6,170)4 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,883 miles
    Test number
    426139355174
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass157,713 miles (+12)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    157,713 miles
    Test number
    625162744131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.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)
    • NoteSlight corrosion to fuel and brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r suspension joint

  15. Fail157,701 miles (+6,302)2 dangerous5 failures6 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,701 miles
    Test number
    848839824145
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in poor condition
    • NoteRear brake discs and pads in very poor condition
    • NoteSlight corrosion to fuel and brake pipes
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r suspension joint

  16. Pass151,399 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    151,399 miles
    Test number
    359179403168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail151,399 miles (+11,020)3 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,399 miles
    Test number
    417138803137
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass140,379 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    140,379 miles
    Test number
    955579031163
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail140,379 miles (+10,839)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,379 miles
    Test number
    777299731145
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail129,540 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,540 miles
    Test number
    240141960175
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  21. Pass129,540 miles (+12,852)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    129,540 miles
    Test number
    972991560149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass116,688 miles (+15,950)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2010
    Odometer
    116,688 miles
    Test number
    280990349453
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass100,738 miles (+36,771)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2009
    Odometer
    100,738 miles
    Test number
    230413498013
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass63,967 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,967 miles
    Test number
    263732527139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail83,968 miles (+15,223)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,968 miles
    Test number
    193352127186
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  26. Pass68,745 miles (+405)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    68,745 miles
    Test number
    893153496031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,340 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,340 miles
    Test number
    694088786088
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X46 FKE

Does X46 FKE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X46 FKE expired on 2 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X46 FKE?
The MOT on X46 FKE expired on 2 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X46 FKE done?
X46 FKE was recorded at 203,269 miles at its MOT on 28 Feb 2022, an average of 8,475 miles a year.
Has X46 FKE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X46 FKE has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on X46 FKE 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 X46 FKE find?
X46 FKE passed its latest MOT on 28 Feb 2022 with 4 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play, and 1 more.

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