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BMW 530

Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 2,926 cc

X736 EDVMOT history

X736 EDV is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 24 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 275,386 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

X736 EDV silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Mar 2027
Mileage
275,386 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
9,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X736 EDV
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
29 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X736 EDV was last recorded at 275,386 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
275,331 miles · 12 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
9,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 275,386 miles
  • 2025 – 262,714 miles
  • 2023 – 256,140 miles
  • 2022 – 252,271 miles
  • 2021 – 247,224 miles
  • 2020 – 240,493 miles
  • 2019 – 225,158 miles
  • 2018 – 214,105 miles
  • 2016 – 200,593 miles
  • 2015 – 188,370 miles
  • 2014 – 175,563 miles
  • 2013 – 166,788 miles
  • 2012 – 157,754 miles
  • 2011 – 144,738 miles
  • 2010 – 125,124 miles
  • 2009 – 109,760 miles
  • 2008 – 100,244 miles
  • 2007 – 88,126 miles
  • 2006 – 78,452 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass275,386 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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2007–2010

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2007–2011

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2026

Full MOT history

30 tests since 25 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass275,386 miles (+55)
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    275,386 miles
    Test number
    989167780225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail275,331 miles (+33)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,331 miles
    Test number
    339015784215
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail275,298 miles (+12,584)9 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,298 miles
    Test number
    639034699076
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn d bushies (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass262,714 miles (+6,574)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    262,714 miles
    Test number
    983960852707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass256,140 miles (+49)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    256,140 miles
    Test number
    867369960758
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight PAS oil leak from steering rack area

  6. Fail256,091 miles (+3,820)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    256,091 miles
    Test number
    689103912829
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most arm - Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front most arm - Inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working No position lamps working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight PAS oil leak from steering rack area

  7. Pass252,271 miles (+5,047)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    252,271 miles
    Test number
    722668065921
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  8. Pass247,224 miles (+6,731)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    247,224 miles
    Test number
    988280566077
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  9. Pass240,493 miles (+15,335)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    240,493 miles
    Test number
    901249014194
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass225,158 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    225,158 miles
    Test number
    363698786620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail225,158 miles (+11,053)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    225,158 miles
    Test number
    958887203017
    • Repaired at testFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))

  12. Pass214,105 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    214,105 miles
    Test number
    394378766630
    • AdvisoryFront Fog Light not working

  13. Fail214,105 miles (+13,512)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    214,105 miles
    Test number
    471231997636
    • MajorFront All direction indicators incorrect colour Both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn Both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front All position lamps not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps Both (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Fog Light not working

  14. Pass200,593 miles (+12,223)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    200,593 miles
    Test number
    876547305612
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass188,370 miles (+12,807)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    188,370 miles
    Test number
    719516435104
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass175,563 miles (+8,775)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    175,563 miles
    Test number
    696809954170
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  17. Pass166,788 miles (+13)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    166,788 miles
    Test number
    475206163138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront shocks has reduce damping effect

  18. Fail166,775 miles (+9,021)3 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,775 miles
    Test number
    288779553406
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFront shocks has reduce damping effect
    • NoteWindscreen washer liquid low

  19. Pass157,754 miles (+13,016)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2013
    Odometer
    157,754 miles
    Test number
    628219542111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass144,738 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2012
    Odometer
    144,738 miles
    Test number
    246801551123
    • 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)

  21. Fail144,738 miles (+19,614)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,738 miles
    Test number
    829021251118
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)

  22. Fail125,124 miles5 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,124 miles
    Test number
    242227020483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass125,124 miles (+15,364)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2011
    Odometer
    125,124 miles
    Test number
    561347720119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  24. Pass109,760 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    109,760 miles
    Test number
    124658609113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail109,760 miles (+9,516)2 failures3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,760 miles
    Test number
    684968609136
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)
    • NoteAparent fuel leak from engine area not easily visible and not dripping
    • NoteOffsied front accident damage
    • NoteOfside front rear lower suspension ball joint has slight play

  26. Pass100,244 miles (+12,118)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    100,244 miles
    Test number
    651176418140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside handbrake requires attention
    • NoteNearside outer sill damaged
    • NoteSlight smearing wiper blades
    • NoteSuspect brake pads are getting low

  27. Pass88,126 miles (+195)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    88,126 miles
    Test number
    111530227183
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  28. Fail87,931 miles (+115)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,931 miles
    Test number
    373743817131
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  29. Fail87,816 miles (+9,364)3 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,816 miles
    Test number
    542378307117
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  30. Pass78,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    78,452 miles
    Test number
    740398726121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X736 EDV

Does X736 EDV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X736 EDV is valid until 24 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X736 EDV?
The MOT on X736 EDV is valid until 24 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X736 EDV done?
X736 EDV was recorded at 275,386 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 9,889 miles a year.
Has X736 EDV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X736 EDV has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X736 EDV 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 X736 EDV find?
X736 EDV passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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