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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

J8 LTBMOT history

J8 LTB is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 22 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 2 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 82,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2026.

J8 LTB black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Sept 2027
Mileage
82,359 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,771 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 LTB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 LTB was last recorded at 82,359 miles on 12 Aug 2026, 2,722 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,637 miles · 11 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
2,722 miles
Average per year
3,771 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,359 miles
  • 2025 – 79,637 miles
  • 2024 – 73,902 miles
  • 2023 – 69,193 miles
  • 2022 – 58,154 miles
  • 2021 – 50,491 miles
  • 2020 – 45,327 miles
  • 2019 – 44,531 miles
  • 2018 – 43,436 miles
  • 2017 – 42,137 miles
  • 2016 – 40,594 miles
  • 2015 – 38,557 miles
  • 2014 – 36,978 miles
  • 2013 – 34,980 miles
  • 2012 – 31,394 miles
  • 2011 – 28,129 miles
  • 2010 – 24,742 miles
  • 2009 – 20,428 miles
  • 2008 – 14,547 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,359 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Front both tyre sidewalls badly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre badly cracking

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,359 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    384279737044
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail82,359 miles (+2,722)1 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,359 miles
    Test number
    887664836459
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass79,637 miles (+5,735)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    79,637 miles
    Test number
    817425655179
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass73,902 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    992517853209
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail73,902 miles (+4,709)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,902 miles
    Test number
    750031475442
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 23" (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,193 miles (+11,039)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    69,193 miles
    Test number
    594189024408
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass58,154 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    432369308958
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail58,154 miles (+7,663)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,154 miles
    Test number
    848932456689
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass50,491 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    50,491 miles
    Test number
    265325597659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,482 miles (+5,155)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,482 miles
    Test number
    129947115388
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Bald inner edge 285/45/ZR19 111W (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly wearing edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly wearing inner edge

  11. Pass45,327 miles (+796)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    45,327 miles
    Test number
    862612791279
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass44,531 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    44,531 miles
    Test number
    761523208215
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Fail44,530 miles (+1,094)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,530 miles
    Test number
    578294874143
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass43,436 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    43,436 miles
    Test number
    294466643367
    • AdvisoryFront both tyre sidewalls badly cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre badly cracking

  15. Fail43,432 miles (+1,295)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,432 miles
    Test number
    116698065369
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront both tyre sidewalls badly cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre badly cracking

  16. Pass42,137 miles (+1,543)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    42,137 miles
    Test number
    687849735560
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWipers deteriorated

  17. Pass40,594 miles (+2,037)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    40,594 miles
    Test number
    512702311385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass38,557 miles (+1,579)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    38,557 miles
    Test number
    459524537895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass36,978 miles (+1,998)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    36,978 miles
    Test number
    776510544238
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass34,980 miles (+3,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,980 miles
    Test number
    747992733234
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass31,394 miles (+3,265)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,394 miles
    Test number
    798193932296
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass28,129 miles (+3,387)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    28,129 miles
    Test number
    626034831294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,742 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    24,742 miles
    Test number
    292098930220
    • 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. Fail24,734 miles (+4,306)1 failure2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,734 miles
    Test number
    354717130490
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside 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)

  25. Pass20,428 miles (+5,881)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    20,428 miles
    Test number
    420688839248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass14,547 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    14,547 miles
    Test number
    512561738291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 LTB

Does J8 LTB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 LTB is valid until 2 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 LTB?
The MOT on J8 LTB is valid until 2 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 LTB done?
J8 LTB was recorded at 82,359 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2026, an average of 3,771 miles a year.
Has J8 LTB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 LTB has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on J8 LTB 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 J8 LTB find?
J8 LTB passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; oil leak, but not excessive.

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