
BMW 530
Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc
Y6 HHGMOT history
Y6 HHG is a silver diesel BMW 530 first used on 7 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 9 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 225,584 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 May 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 9 May 2027
- Mileage
- 225,584 mi
- At MOT on 10 May 2026
- MOT tests
- 30
- 20 passed · 10 failed
- Per year
- 8,617 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y6 HHG
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- 530
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,926 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 7 Mar 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 9 May 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 10 May 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y6 HHG was last recorded at 225,584 miles on 10 May 2026, 716 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 224,868 miles · 21 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 716 miles
- Average per year
- 8,617 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 225,584 miles
- 2025 – 224,868 miles
- 2024 – 221,885 miles
- 2023 – 213,923 miles
- 2022 – 204,411 miles
- 2021 – 194,001 miles
- 2019 – 178,087 miles
- 2018 – 157,771 miles
- 2017 – 151,610 miles
- 2016 – 146,687 miles
- 2015 – 135,891 miles
- 2014 – 123,443 miles
- 2013 – 106,516 miles
- 2012 – 99,299 miles
- 2011 – 91,644 miles
- 2010 – 83,332 miles
- 2009 – 76,167 miles
- 2008 – 69,524 miles
- 2007 – 62,647 miles
- 2006 – 57,491 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
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.
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017
All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute
Minor2 MOTs, 2024
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Side repeater slightly discoloured Both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid
Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2019
Full MOT history
30 tests since 6 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass225,584 miles1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 May 2027
- Odometer
- 225,584 miles
- Test number
- 980288451043
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail225,584 miles (+716)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 225,584 miles
- Test number
- 132890541362
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced All Sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass224,868 miles
- MOT expiry
- 20 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 224,868 miles
- Test number
- 324393602518
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail224,868 miles (+2,983)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 224,868 miles
- Test number
- 410051427141
- Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
Pass221,885 miles (+58)2 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 221,885 miles
- Test number
- 694599805106
- MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
Fail221,827 miles (+7,904)2 dangerous14 major2 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 221,827 miles
- Test number
- 380182289944
- DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorHeadlamp light source and lamp not compatible Both (4.1.4 (c))
- MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
- MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
- MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
- MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorAll direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured Both (4.4.3 (a))
Pass213,923 miles (+9,512)2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 213,923 miles
- Test number
- 419846436519
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass204,411 miles2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 204,411 miles
- Test number
- 794236466173
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail204,411 miles (+10,410)2 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 204,411 miles
- Test number
- 126634032274
- MajorOffside Front Steering arm deformed (2.1.3 (c) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
- MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass194,001 miles1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 194,001 miles
- Test number
- 558729519061
- MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill is dented (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Fail194,001 miles (+15,914)1 dangerous2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 194,001 miles
- Test number
- 913776018893
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- Repaired at testFront Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- MinorCentral Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryCentral Fuel Pipe/s corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner sill is dented (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Pass178,087 miles (+4)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 8 Sept 2020
- Odometer
- 178,087 miles
- Test number
- 904485760762
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail178,083 miles (+20,312)6 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,083 miles
- Test number
- 210376702990
- MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorWindscreen in an unacceptable condition (3.2 (c) (i))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass157,771 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 157,771 miles
- Test number
- 112496570016
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords waall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake long travel
Fail157,771 miles (+6,161)1 repaired6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 157,771 miles
- Test number
- 827351646754
- Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords waall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. hand brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Wheel bearing has slight play both side (5.1.3 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake long travel
Pass151,610 miles (+4,923)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2018
- Odometer
- 151,610 miles
- Test number
- 792715739019
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
Pass146,687 miles (+10,796)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Aug 2017
- Odometer
- 146,687 miles
- Test number
- 276997901190
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted
Pass135,891 miles (+12,448)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Aug 2016
- Odometer
- 135,891 miles
- Test number
- 378111658712
- AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil both (2.7.3)
- AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (2.4.C.1b)
Pass123,443 miles (+16,927)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 123,443 miles
- Test number
- 906725314395
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- 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)
Pass106,516 miles3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 106,516 miles
- Test number
- 597864083279
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack arms
Fail106,516 miles (+7,217)3 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 106,516 miles
- Test number
- 276041283254
- FailureBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
- FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
- FailureOffside Electronic stability system component excessively damaged (3.4.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
- NoteSlight play in steering rack arms
Pass99,299 miles (+7,655)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 99,299 miles
- Test number
- 418480302363
- NoteHandbrake performance just within limit
- NoteSlight play in offside and nearside steering rack arms
Pass91,644 miles (+104)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 91,644 miles
- Test number
- 127064901381
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
Fail91,540 miles (+98)1 failure2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,540 miles
- Test number
- 237858391202
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail91,442 miles (+8,110)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 91,442 miles
- Test number
- 739786681236
- FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
- FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
- NoteRear brake discs corroded
Pass83,332 miles (+7,165)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2011
- Odometer
- 83,332 miles
- Test number
- 151908280280
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- NoteCorrosion build up on inner face of both rear brake discs
- NoteExhaust leaking slightly at both flexible sections
- NoteNearside rear tyre wearing close to indicator level
- NoteTraces of diesel at nearside front inner wing but no visible leaks
Pass76,167 miles (+6,643)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2010
- Odometer
- 76,167 miles
- Test number
- 474552709375
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass69,524 miles (+6,877)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2009
- Odometer
- 69,524 miles
- Test number
- 680804908395
- 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)
Pass62,647 miles (+5,156)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2008
- Odometer
- 62,647 miles
- Test number
- 341936507389
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass57,491 miles
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2007
- Odometer
- 57,491 miles
- Test number
- 454870516367
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y6 HHG
- Does Y6 HHG currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y6 HHG is valid until 9 May 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y6 HHG?
- The MOT on Y6 HHG is valid until 9 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y6 HHG done?
- Y6 HHG was recorded at 225,584 miles at its MOT on 10 May 2026, an average of 8,617 miles a year.
- Has Y6 HHG ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y6 HHG has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y6 HHG 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 Y6 HHG find?
- Y6 HHG passed its latest MOT on 10 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.
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