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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

L11 TLJMOT history

L11 TLJ is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 30 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 204,132 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2026.

L11 TLJ blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Mar 2027
Mileage
204,132 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L11 TLJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L11 TLJ was last recorded at 204,132 miles on 27 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,107 miles · 26 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
9,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 204,132 miles
  • 2025 – 193,824 miles
  • 2023 – 178,118 miles
  • 2022 – 169,244 miles
  • 2021 – 158,761 miles
  • 2020 – 151,505 miles
  • 2019 – 137,012 miles
  • 2018 – 128,356 miles
  • 2017 – 121,514 miles
  • 2016 – 108,864 miles
  • 2015 – 97,149 miles
  • 2013 – 79,091 miles
  • 2012 – 73,394 miles
  • 2011 – 63,595 miles
  • 2010 – 55,735 miles
  • 2009 – 40,690 miles
  • 2007 – 26,351 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass204,132 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

25 tests since 22 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass204,132 miles (+25)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    204,132 miles
    Test number
    159412153074
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Fail204,107 miles (+10,283)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,107 miles
    Test number
    313343114001
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn close to legal limit strongly advise (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass193,824 miles (+15,706)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    193,824 miles
    Test number
    743498980419
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass178,118 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    178,118 miles
    Test number
    195729255166
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexy (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail178,116 miles (+8,872)1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,116 miles
    Test number
    545992694904
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH FRONTS (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass169,244 miles (+10,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    169,244 miles
    Test number
    880590904427
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass158,761 miles (+7,256)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    158,761 miles
    Test number
    480009496022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass151,505 miles (+94)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    151,505 miles
    Test number
    812392163168
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

  9. Fail151,411 miles (+14,399)4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,411 miles
    Test number
    277932886255
    • MajorFront Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass137,012 miles (+57)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    137,012 miles
    Test number
    730003381072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,955 miles (+8,599)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,955 miles
    Test number
    587277690865
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn badly on inner edge

  12. Pass128,356 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2019
    Odometer
    128,356 miles
    Test number
    776625681152
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  13. Fail128,356 miles (+6,842)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,356 miles
    Test number
    180490788001
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges

  14. Pass121,514 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    121,514 miles
    Test number
    323708130609

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail121,504 miles (+12,640)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,504 miles
    Test number
    571190198298
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front most suspension arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass108,864 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    108,864 miles
    Test number
    646381847681

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail108,860 miles (+11,711)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,860 miles
    Test number
    125770081285
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass97,149 miles (+18,058)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    97,149 miles
    Test number
    226579215414
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteHandbrake ratchet operation slightly stiff
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass79,091 miles (+5,697)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    79,091 miles
    Test number
    129303503363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass73,394 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    388988212324
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge

  21. Fail73,394 miles (+9,799)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,394 miles
    Test number
    759027512394
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge

  22. Pass63,595 miles (+7,860)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    63,595 miles
    Test number
    376037981413
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteCovers fitted

  23. Pass55,735 miles (+15,045)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,735 miles
    Test number
    560090600345
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass40,690 miles (+14,339)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2010
    Odometer
    40,690 miles
    Test number
    803166029115
    • NoteCoversfitted

  25. Pass26,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    26,351 miles
    Test number
    252356027349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L11 TLJ

Does L11 TLJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L11 TLJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on L11 TLJ?
The MOT on L11 TLJ is valid until 30 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L11 TLJ done?
L11 TLJ was recorded at 204,132 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2026, an average of 9,692 miles a year.
Has L11 TLJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L11 TLJ has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on L11 TLJ 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 L11 TLJ find?
L11 TLJ passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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