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BMW 530

Blue · Diesel · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y251 XBHMOT history

Y251 XBH is a blue diesel BMW 530 first used on 3 Aug 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 23 MOT tests, with 202,449 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Dec 2026
Mileage
202,449 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
20 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,656 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y251 XBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Aug 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y251 XBH was last recorded at 202,449 miles on 20 Dec 2025, 9,506 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
192,943 miles · 10 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
9,506 miles
Average per year
7,656 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 202,449 miles
  • 2024 – 192,943 miles
  • 2023 – 186,088 miles
  • 2022 – 174,162 miles
  • 2021 – 166,028 miles
  • 2020 – 161,526 miles
  • 2019 – 154,869 miles
  • 2018 – 147,034 miles
  • 2017 – 142,352 miles
  • 2016 – 136,144 miles
  • 2015 – 126,655 miles
  • 2014 – 115,751 miles
  • 2013 – 103,886 miles
  • 2012 – 97,771 miles
  • 2011 – 91,289 miles
  • 2010 – 83,961 miles
  • 2009 – 78,420 miles
  • 2008 – 70,408 miles
  • 2007 – 59,547 miles
  • 2006 – 52,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass202,449 miles
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass202,449 miles (+9,506)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    202,449 miles
    Test number
    624406950545
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass192,943 miles (+6,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    192,943 miles
    Test number
    915277894392
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  3. Pass186,088 miles (+11,926)3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    186,088 miles
    Test number
    297980181315
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency requirements only just met

  4. Pass174,162 miles (+8,134)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    174,162 miles
    Test number
    933788383435
    • AdvisoryFront bumper slightly insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass166,028 miles (+4,502)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    166,028 miles
    Test number
    923062125664
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass161,526 miles (+6,657)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    161,526 miles
    Test number
    215256034651
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material minor (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass154,869 miles (+7,835)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    154,869 miles
    Test number
    927526512528
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  8. Pass147,034 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    147,034 miles
    Test number
    563585648491
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail147,032 miles (+4,680)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,032 miles
    Test number
    665665769217
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass142,352 miles (+6,208)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    142,352 miles
    Test number
    902026348138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass136,144 miles (+141)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    136,144 miles
    Test number
    730202484046
    • 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)

  12. Fail136,003 miles (+9,348)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,003 miles
    Test number
    473657329912
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear parking (secondary) brakes imbalanced (3.7.B.6b)
    • 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)

  13. Pass126,655 miles (+10,904)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,655 miles
    Test number
    106941145139
    • NoteAdvise front inner pads low

  14. Pass115,751 miles (+11,865)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    115,751 miles
    Test number
    647297254167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass103,886 miles (+6,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,886 miles
    Test number
    565986133110
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass97,771 miles (+6,482)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    97,771 miles
    Test number
    389914342193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass91,289 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    509367841148
    • NoteWinscreen washers not aimed at screen but still provide enough water to clear.

  18. Fail91,289 miles (+7,328)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,289 miles
    Test number
    979827141170
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteWinscreen washers not aimed at screen but still provide enough water to clear.

  19. Pass83,961 miles (+5,541)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,961 miles
    Test number
    793952740149
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass78,420 miles (+8,012)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    78,420 miles
    Test number
    430909049110
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Pass70,408 miles (+10,861)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    70,408 miles
    Test number
    224212568114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass59,547 miles (+7,211)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    59,547 miles
    Test number
    751022167131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,336 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2007
    Odometer
    52,336 miles
    Test number
    860422336190
    • NoteN/s mirror ;o/s rear anti roll bar link wearing

Questions about Y251 XBH

Does Y251 XBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y251 XBH is valid until 19 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y251 XBH?
The MOT on Y251 XBH is valid until 19 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y251 XBH done?
Y251 XBH was recorded at 202,449 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2025, an average of 7,656 miles a year.
Has Y251 XBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y251 XBH has failed 3 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Jun 2018.
Has the mileage on Y251 XBH 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 Y251 XBH find?
Y251 XBH passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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