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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.

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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
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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.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
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

Pass180,603 miles
  • 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

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.

  • 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.

  1. 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))
  2. 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))
  3. 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))
  4. 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))
  5. 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))
  6. 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))
  7. 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))
  8. 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))
  9. Pass160,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    160,375 miles
    Test number
    191207571926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. 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))
  11. 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
  12. 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
  13. 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
  14. 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
  15. 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)
  16. 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
  17. 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
  18. 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
  19. 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
  20. 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
  21. 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
  22. 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
  23. 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
  24. Pass119,803 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    119,803 miles
    Test number
    654694149002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. 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
  26. 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
  27. Pass64,200 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    64,200 miles
    Test number
    671576717076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. 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)
  29. 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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