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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

H3 LPJMOT history

H3 LPJ is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2026 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 143,879 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2025.

H3 LPJ black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2026
Mileage
143,879 mi
At MOT on 14 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,083 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
H3 LPJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
14 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

H3 LPJ was last recorded at 143,879 miles on 14 Oct 2025, 7,038 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,841 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
7,038 miles
Average per year
7,083 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,879 miles
  • 2024 – 136,841 miles
  • 2023 – 130,047 miles
  • 2022 – 122,224 miles
  • 2021 – 116,033 miles
  • 2020 – 110,291 miles
  • 2019 – 99,727 miles
  • 2018 – 91,351 miles
  • 2017 – 83,676 miles
  • 2016 – 79,104 miles
  • 2015 – 69,938 miles
  • 2014 – 64,975 miles
  • 2013 – 58,292 miles
  • 2012 – 51,146 miles
  • 2011 – 44,167 miles
  • 2010 – 35,284 miles
  • 2009 – 26,361 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass143,879 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency only just metRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryHandbrke lever ratchet worn
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • STEERING RACK LEAKING

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Handbrake ratchet worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear brake pipe/hoses corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Parking brake performance poor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Mar 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass143,879 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    143,879 miles
    Test number
    152839331634
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency only just met
    • AdvisoryHandbrke lever ratchet worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail143,863 miles (+7,022)2 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,863 miles
    Test number
    216388628983
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Lower boot (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency only just met
    • AdvisoryHandbrke lever ratchet worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  3. Pass136,841 miles (+6,794)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    136,841 miles
    Test number
    943203071438
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficency only just met
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking Brake Ratchet worn
  4. Pass130,047 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    130,047 miles
    Test number
    590950910819
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET BADLY WORN
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE POOR, ONLY JUST ACCEPTABLE
    • AdvisoryREAR BRKE PIPE/HOSES BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK LEAKING
  5. Fail130,041 miles (+7,817)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,041 miles
    Test number
    948115112363
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE LEVER RATCHET BADLY WORN
    • AdvisoryPARKING BRAKE PERFORMANCE POOR, ONLY JUST ACCEPTABLE
    • AdvisoryREAR BRKE PIPE/HOSES BADLY CORRODED
    • AdvisorySTEERING RACK LEAKING
  6. Pass122,224 miles (+34)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    122,224 miles
    Test number
    563692917156
    • AdvisoryHandbrake ratchet worn
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe/hoses corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking
  7. Fail122,190 miles (+6,157)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,190 miles
    Test number
    447699084777
    • MajorFront Headlamp levelling device inoperative adjuster broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake ratchet worn
    • AdvisoryO/s/r brake pads worn very very low
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe/hoses corroded
    • AdvisorySteering rack leaking
  8. Pass116,033 miles (+5,742)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    116,033 miles
    Test number
    687778575763
    • AdvisoryHandbrake ratchet worn
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low
    • AdvisoryRear brake pipe/hoses corroded
    • AdvisoryWear/movement in o/s/f lower swivel
  9. Pass110,291 miles (+10,564)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    110,291 miles
    Test number
    164808263426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass99,727 miles (+8,376)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    99,727 miles
    Test number
    259719787294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass91,351 miles (+7,675)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    91,351 miles
    Test number
    433620852296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,676 miles (+4,572)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    83,676 miles
    Test number
    603763259861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass79,104 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,104 miles
    Test number
    853521739641
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  14. Fail79,101 miles (+9,163)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,101 miles
    Test number
    785709715162
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  15. Pass69,938 miles (+4,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,938 miles
    Test number
    577482165191
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass64,975 miles (+6,683)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    64,975 miles
    Test number
    766279444166
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass58,292 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    58,292 miles
    Test number
    627939243173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,291 miles (+7,145)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,291 miles
    Test number
    898238643151
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  19. Pass51,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    51,146 miles
    Test number
    308833752100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail51,146 miles (+6,979)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,146 miles
    Test number
    348632452180
    • DangerousBOTH REAR TYRES DEVOID OF TREAD ON INNER EDGES
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  21. Pass44,167 miles (+8,883)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    44,167 miles
    Test number
    457372951171
    • NoteREAR TYRES WEARING ON INNER EDGES FRONT TYRES WEARING ON OUTER EDGES
  22. Pass35,284 miles (+8,923)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,284 miles
    Test number
    324263880048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,361 miles (+107)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,361 miles
    Test number
    530259869021
    • 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)
    • NoteHand brake performance on limit
    • NotePlastic side sill covers fitted
  24. Fail26,254 miles2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,254 miles
    Test number
    751275669046
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteHand brake performance on limit
    • NotePlastic side sill covers fitted

Questions about H3 LPJ

Does H3 LPJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on H3 LPJ is valid until 30 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on H3 LPJ?
The MOT on H3 LPJ is valid until 30 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has H3 LPJ done?
H3 LPJ was recorded at 143,879 miles at its MOT on 14 Oct 2025, an average of 7,083 miles a year.
Has H3 LPJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. H3 LPJ has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on H3 LPJ 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 H3 LPJ find?
H3 LPJ passed its latest MOT on 14 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; handbrake efficency only just met, and 5 more.

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