
BMW 530
Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc
X56 VWXMOT history
X56 VWX is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 31 Dec 2000. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 180,603 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jun 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 16 Jun 2027
- Mileage
- 180,603 mi
- At MOT on 4 Jun 2026
- MOT tests
- 29
- 21 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 6,395 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- X56 VWX
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 530
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,926 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2000
- First used
- 31 Dec 2000
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 4 Jun 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
X56 VWX was last recorded at 180,603 miles on 4 Jun 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 180,602 miles · 22 May 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1 miles
- Average per year
- 6,395 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 180,603 miles
- 2025 – 180,602 miles
- 2024 – 180,602 miles
- 2023 – 180,601 miles
- 2022 – 180,523 miles
- 2021 – 178,322 miles
- 2020 – 173,177 miles
- 2019 – 160,375 miles
- 2018 – 156,000 miles
- 2017 – 153,560 miles
- 2016 – 151,058 miles
- 2015 – 148,223 miles
- 2014 – 145,121 miles
- 2013 – 142,316 miles
- 2012 – 138,109 miles
- 2011 – 132,621 miles
- 2010 – 125,816 miles
- 2009 – 119,803 miles
- 2007 – 93,382 miles
- 2006 – 50,275 miles
What the latest MOT found
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021
Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021
Oil leak
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2017
Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013
Full MOT history
29 tests since 16 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass180,603 miles (+1)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2027
- Odometer
- 180,603 miles
- Test number
- 949917820210
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass180,602 miles5 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2026
- Odometer
- 180,602 miles
- Test number
- 721380907979
- MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass180,602 miles (+1)2 minor9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 180,602 miles
- Test number
- 392965644710
- MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorRear Brake hose slightly damaged Both rears (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass180,601 miles (+78)1 minor8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2024
- Odometer
- 180,601 miles
- Test number
- 722746133010
- MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass180,523 miles (+2,201)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2023
- Odometer
- 180,523 miles
- Test number
- 262134406206
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass178,322 miles (+5,145)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2022
- Odometer
- 178,322 miles
- Test number
- 875795030653
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass173,177 miles (+26)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jun 2021
- Odometer
- 173,177 miles
- Test number
- 476886847039
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure rear
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail173,151 miles (+12,776)2 dangerous4 major1 minor14 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 173,151 miles
- Test number
- 948929313853
- DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- DangerousNearside Front Tyre inner side badly worn due to loss of pressure
- MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator Brake pad warning light on dash (1.1.13 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorNearside Side repeater lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected lens cover missing (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
- MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear section (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryExhaust heat shield insecure rear
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner shoulder (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Bold on inner shoulder (STRONG ADVISE) (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
Pass160,375 miles
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2020
- Odometer
- 160,375 miles
- Test number
- 191207571926
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail160,314 miles (+4,314)3 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 160,314 miles
- Test number
- 465927754009
- MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Pass156,000 miles (+2,440)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 156,000 miles
- Test number
- 801507998111
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases at flexi joint and joint deterioating (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryGearbox exhaust mounting broken system secure at time of test
Pass153,560 miles (+177)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 153,560 miles
- Test number
- 675859553267
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail153,383 miles (+2,325)4 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 153,383 miles
- Test number
- 817154239749
- 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)
- FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
- 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)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryEngine oil is low and suspect coolant level low
Pass151,058 miles (+2,835)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 151,058 miles
- Test number
- 433238360347
- AdvisoryFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
- AdvisoryVehicle tested in wet condition
Pass148,223 miles (+3,102)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 148,223 miles
- Test number
- 625590045057
- AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass145,121 miles (+2,805)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 145,121 miles
- Test number
- 295701544023
- AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth front tyres close to limits on inner edges
Pass142,316 miles (+4,207)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 142,316 miles
- Test number
- 399152143090
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
- NoteVehicle tested in wet condition
Fail138,109 miles1 repaired4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 138,109 miles
- Test number
- 107881442421
- Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteAirbag warning light staying on
- NoteVehicle tested in wet/snow conditions
Pass138,109 miles (+5,488)4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 138,109 miles
- Test number
- 749051242046
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteAirbag warning light staying on
- NoteVehicle tested in wet/snow conditions
Fail132,621 miles1 repaired2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 132,621 miles
- Test number
- 648082641032
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
- NoteWear to both rear brake discs
Pass132,621 miles (+6,805)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 132,621 miles
- Test number
- 977412041065
- NoteBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
- NoteWear to both rear brake discs
Pass125,816 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 125,816 miles
- Test number
- 334693840046
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NotePlastic covering entire underbody
Fail125,816 miles (+6,013)3 failures3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 125,816 miles
- Test number
- 813932640055
- FailureNearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
- FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NotePlastic covering entire underbody
Pass119,803 miles (+11)
- MOT expiry
- 12 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 119,803 miles
- Test number
- 654694149002
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail119,792 miles (+26,410)6 failures1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 119,792 miles
- Test number
- 451093049047
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureRear registration plate dirty (6.3.1d)
- FailureRear brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)
- NoteO/s/f tyre wearing on edges
Pass93,382 miles (+29,182)1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 29 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 93,382 miles
- Test number
- 523114137399
- AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
- NoteAll tyres worn very low bald on inner edges
- NoteBoth rear anti-roll bar links knocking
- NoteOff side front flexi exhaust system has a minor leak of exhaust gases
Pass64,200 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 64,200 miles
- Test number
- 671576717076
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail64,200 miles (+13,925)1 failure
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 64,200 miles
- Test number
- 770942617054
- FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
Pass50,275 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2007
- Odometer
- 50,275 miles
- Test number
- 590786616057
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about X56 VWX
- Does X56 VWX currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X56 VWX is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
- When is the MOT due on X56 VWX?
- The MOT on X56 VWX is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has X56 VWX done?
- X56 VWX was recorded at 180,603 miles at its MOT on 4 Jun 2026, an average of 6,395 miles a year.
- Has X56 VWX ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. X56 VWX has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2020.
- Has the mileage on X56 VWX 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 X56 VWX find?
- X56 VWX passed its latest MOT on 4 Jun 2026 with 6 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 3 more.
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