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BMW 530

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

Y20 LPCMOT history

Y20 LPC is a black diesel BMW 530 first used on 28 Mar 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 215,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Feb 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Feb 2027
Mileage
215,017 mi
At MOT on 19 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,836 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y20 LPC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
28 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y20 LPC was last recorded at 215,017 miles on 19 Feb 2026, 10,647 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,370 miles · 15 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
10,647 miles
Average per year
6,836 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,017 miles
  • 2025 – 204,370 miles
  • 2024 – 187,741 miles
  • 2023 – 170,862 miles
  • 2022 – 149,139 miles
  • 2021 – 143,785 miles
  • 2020 – 142,891 miles
  • 2019 – 140,323 miles
  • 2018 – 137,558 miles
  • 2017 – 134,965 miles
  • 2016 – 130,899 miles
  • 2015 – 127,613 miles
  • 2014 – 125,179 miles
  • 2013 – 120,319 miles
  • 2012 – 115,561 miles
  • 2011 – 110,418 miles
  • 2010 – 104,191 miles
  • 2009 – 99,096 miles
  • 2008 – 92,484 miles
  • 2007 – 86,284 miles
  • 2006 – 78,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,017 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
  • 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))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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside outer body sill corrded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Exhaust leaking from flexi

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,017 miles (+10,647)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    215,017 miles
    Test number
    374499436654
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill area (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • 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))

  2. Pass204,370 miles (+16,629)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    204,370 miles
    Test number
    412506483304
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake mechanism/associated mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (1.1.21 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass187,741 miles (+16,879)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    187,741 miles
    Test number
    518608485900

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass170,862 miles (+21,723)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    170,862 miles
    Test number
    881471131484
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass149,139 miles (+5,354)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    149,139 miles
    Test number
    924978989490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass143,785 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    143,785 miles
    Test number
    315821391076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail143,777 miles (+886)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,777 miles
    Test number
    650964968186
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass142,891 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    142,891 miles
    Test number
    299417644408
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail142,890 miles (+2,567)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,890 miles
    Test number
    274926320513
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass140,323 miles (+31)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    140,323 miles
    Test number
    909418576971
    • AdvisoryNearside outer body sill corrded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  11. Fail140,292 miles (+2,734)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,292 miles
    Test number
    150068567659
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced middle floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside outer body sill corrded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive under body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  12. Pass137,558 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    137,558 miles
    Test number
    450253271500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail137,554 miles (+2,589)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,554 miles
    Test number
    833855094261
    • FailureNearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  14. Pass134,965 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    134,965 miles
    Test number
    464495874380
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail134,943 miles (+4,044)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,943 miles
    Test number
    878184448594
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass130,899 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    130,899 miles
    Test number
    975676129868
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking from flexi
    • AdvisoryNs sill

  17. Fail130,857 miles (+3,244)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,857 miles
    Test number
    608864299400
    • FailureFront Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust leaking from flexi
    • AdvisoryNs sill

  18. Pass127,613 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    127,613 miles
    Test number
    937586065081
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing close to limits
    • NoteNail in the nsf tyre
    • NoteNsr upper arm has slight play

  19. Fail127,613 miles (+2,434)3 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,613 miles
    Test number
    816255565049
    • FailureCentre Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing close to limits
    • NoteNail in the nsf tyre
    • NoteNsr upper arm has slight play

  20. Pass125,179 miles (+4,860)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    125,179 miles
    Test number
    249166874049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass120,319 miles (+4,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    120,319 miles
    Test number
    398139173028
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass115,561 miles (+5,143)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    115,561 miles
    Test number
    318739962060
    • 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)

  23. Pass110,418 miles (+6,227)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    110,418 miles
    Test number
    619600171092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass104,191 miles (+5,095)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    104,191 miles
    Test number
    710137370094
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront number plate slight damage

  25. Pass99,096 miles (+6,612)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    99,096 miles
    Test number
    350820689032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass92,484 miles (+6,200)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    92,484 miles
    Test number
    222106688067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass86,284 miles (+7,509)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    86,284 miles
    Test number
    841163087095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass78,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    78,775 miles
    Test number
    183426176040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y20 LPC

Does Y20 LPC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y20 LPC is valid until 18 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y20 LPC?
The MOT on Y20 LPC is valid until 18 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y20 LPC done?
Y20 LPC was recorded at 215,017 miles at its MOT on 19 Feb 2026, an average of 6,836 miles a year.
Has Y20 LPC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y20 LPC has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y20 LPC 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 Y20 LPC find?
Y20 LPC passed its latest MOT on 19 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: nearside rear upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 5 more.

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