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BMW 530

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

Y23 AEBMOT history

Y23 AEB is a grey diesel BMW 530 first used on 13 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 6 Jul 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 114,543 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jul 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Jul 2027
Mileage
114,543 mi
At MOT on 6 Jul 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y23 AEB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
13 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y23 AEB was last recorded at 114,543 miles on 6 Jul 2026, 8,639 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
105,904 miles · 7 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
8,639 miles
Average per year
4,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 114,543 miles
  • 2025 – 105,904 miles
  • 2023 – 105,861 miles
  • 2022 – 104,803 miles
  • 2021 – 104,768 miles
  • 2020 – 103,812 miles
  • 2019 – 101,143 miles
  • 2018 – 97,875 miles
  • 2017 – 93,262 miles
  • 2016 – 87,631 miles
  • 2015 – 79,421 miles
  • 2014 – 69,940 miles
  • 2013 – 64,131 miles
  • 2011 – 58,014 miles
  • 2010 – 49,511 miles
  • 2009 – 44,801 miles
  • 2008 – 35,482 miles
  • 2007 – 27,788 miles
  • 2006 – 21,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,543 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass114,543 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    114,543 miles
    Test number
    330843809466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail114,540 miles (+8,636)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,540 miles
    Test number
    978119569829
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorFront Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible both fronts (4.1.4 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass105,904 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    105,904 miles
    Test number
    718842197018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail105,891 miles (+30)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,891 miles
    Test number
    508107917402
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail105,861 miles (+1,058)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,861 miles
    Test number
    236494486246
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  6. Pass104,803 miles (+35)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    104,803 miles
    Test number
    363520238370
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Pass104,768 miles (+956)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    104,768 miles
    Test number
    113047028107
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Steering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass103,812 miles (+2,669)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    103,812 miles
    Test number
    543610163816
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Pass101,143 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    101,143 miles
    Test number
    195641256773
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail101,143 miles (+3,268)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,143 miles
    Test number
    814882909658
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass97,875 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    97,875 miles
    Test number
    355907622597

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail97,805 miles (+4,543)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,805 miles
    Test number
    929387209256
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  13. Pass93,262 miles (+5,631)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,262 miles
    Test number
    484803683833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass87,631 miles (+8,210)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    87,631 miles
    Test number
    324599317191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,421 miles (+9,481)
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    79,421 miles
    Test number
    755884969502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass69,940 miles (+38)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    69,940 miles
    Test number
    486874804258
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  17. Fail69,902 miles (+5,771)1 dangerous2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,902 miles
    Test number
    806323304201
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  18. Pass64,131 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    64,131 miles
    Test number
    689104103242
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Fail64,131 miles (+6,117)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,131 miles
    Test number
    147953003233
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad wear warning lamp on
  20. Pass58,014 miles (+8,503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    58,014 miles
    Test number
    265566971276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,511 miles (+4,710)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    49,511 miles
    Test number
    624889240243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass44,801 miles (+9,319)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    44,801 miles
    Test number
    264935389298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  23. Pass35,482 miles (+7,694)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    35,482 miles
    Test number
    164963628397
    • 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)
  24. Pass27,788 miles (+6,040)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    27,788 miles
    Test number
    310669267206
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteAir bag light staying on
    • NoteBrake pad warning light staying on
  25. Pass21,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    21,748 miles
    Test number
    834387976289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y23 AEB

Does Y23 AEB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y23 AEB is valid until 6 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y23 AEB?
The MOT on Y23 AEB is valid until 6 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y23 AEB done?
Y23 AEB was recorded at 114,543 miles at its MOT on 6 Jul 2026, an average of 4,698 miles a year.
Has Y23 AEB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y23 AEB has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on Y23 AEB 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 Y23 AEB find?
Y23 AEB passed its latest MOT on 6 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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