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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y47 BPGMOT history

Y47 BPG is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 4 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 137,501 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
137,501 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y47 BPG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
4 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y47 BPG was last recorded at 137,501 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 7,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,244 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,257 miles
Average per year
4,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 137,501 miles
  • 2024 – 130,244 miles
  • 2023 – 127,679 miles
  • 2022 – 120,523 miles
  • 2021 – 115,810 miles
  • 2020 – 107,126 miles
  • 2019 – 93,652 miles
  • 2018 – 87,956 miles
  • 2017 – 82,820 miles
  • 2015 – 81,917 miles
  • 2014 – 80,846 miles
  • 2013 – 80,840 miles
  • 2012 – 76,010 miles
  • 2011 – 74,682 miles
  • 2010 – 70,977 miles
  • 2009 – 63,663 miles
  • 2008 – 57,130 miles
  • 2007 – 49,366 miles
  • 2006 – 41,892 miles
  • 2005 – 36,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,501 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted covering some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Small oil leaks in general

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 30 Jul 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,501 miles (+7,257)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    137,501 miles
    Test number
    992489232057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass130,244 miles (+2,565)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    130,244 miles
    Test number
    949969683858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass127,679 miles (+7,156)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    127,679 miles
    Test number
    555171684794

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass120,523 miles (+4,713)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    120,523 miles
    Test number
    818080152915
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass115,810 miles (+8,684)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,810 miles
    Test number
    882596346650
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor damaged but not excessively (1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass107,126 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    107,126 miles
    Test number
    272810469319
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted covering some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail107,125 miles (+13,473)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,125 miles
    Test number
    220282400400
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall 245/ 40 ZR 17 95Y (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted covering some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn close to legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass93,652 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,652 miles
    Test number
    305134222196
    • AdvisoryBoth dip on lower limit will not adjust any more
    • AdvisorySmall oil leaks in general
  9. Fail93,652 miles (+5,696)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,652 miles
    Test number
    271987493442
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySmall oil leaks in general
  10. Pass87,956 miles (+5,136)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,956 miles
    Test number
    603952105072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass82,820 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    637681119419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail82,820 miles (+903)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,820 miles
    Test number
    790308862555
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (8.2.2)
  13. Pass81,917 miles (+1,071)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    81,917 miles
    Test number
    597440939431
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Pass80,846 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    80,846 miles
    Test number
    716499114268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass80,840 miles (+4,830)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    80,840 miles
    Test number
    426120023248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,010 miles (+1,328)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    76,010 miles
    Test number
    226065002263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,682 miles (+3,705)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    74,682 miles
    Test number
    116063791127
    • NoteBOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN THIN
    • NoteTCS WARNING ON
  18. Pass70,977 miles (+7,314)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    70,977 miles
    Test number
    191586580177
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteStone chip in swept area of windscreen
  19. Pass63,663 miles (+6,533)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    63,663 miles
    Test number
    390658589195
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  20. Pass57,130 miles (+7,764)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    57,130 miles
    Test number
    674663918211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,366 miles (+7,474)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    49,366 miles
    Test number
    472890807269
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low
  22. Pass41,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    333216196187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,892 miles (+5,260)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,892 miles
    Test number
    334136196174
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmall cut in nearside rear tyre wall
  24. Pass36,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2006
    Odometer
    36,632 miles
    Test number
    162521515251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y47 BPG

Does Y47 BPG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y47 BPG is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y47 BPG?
The MOT on Y47 BPG is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y47 BPG done?
Y47 BPG was recorded at 137,501 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,950 miles a year.
Has Y47 BPG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y47 BPG has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on Y47 BPG 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 Y47 BPG find?
Y47 BPG passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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