
BMW X5
Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc
L13 OREMOT history
L13 ORE is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,382 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Jun 2024.

- MOT
- Expired
- On 24 Jun 2025
- Mileage
- 135,382 mi
- At MOT on 25 Jun 2024
- MOT tests
- 25
- 17 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 6,236 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- L13 ORE
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X5
- Colour
- Black
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 29 Oct 2004
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 24 Jun 2025
- Latest MOT test
- 25 Jun 2024 (Pass)
Mileage history
L13 ORE was last recorded at 135,382 miles on 25 Jun 2024, 30 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 135,352 miles · 20 May 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 30 miles
- Average per year
- 6,236 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2024 – 135,382 miles
- 2023 – 127,201 miles
- 2022 – 117,376 miles
- 2021 – 106,627 miles
- 2019 – 102,662 miles
- 2018 – 100,924 miles
- 2017 – 97,229 miles
- 2016 – 94,783 miles
- 2015 – 90,179 miles
- 2014 – 85,755 miles
- 2013 – 81,773 miles
- 2012 – 73,928 miles
- 2011 – 63,589 miles
- 2010 – 55,857 miles
- 2009 – 48,879 miles
- 2008 – 37,758 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Advisory4 MOTs, 2010–2012
Offside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021
Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn
Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011
Brake warning device malfunctioning or defective
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated
Minor2 MOTs, 2023
Full MOT history
25 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass135,382 miles (+30)1 minor11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 24 Jun 2025
- Odometer
- 135,382 miles
- Test number
- 163224490289
- MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Fail135,352 miles (+8,151)2 dangerous4 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,352 miles
- Test number
- 385701672737
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass127,201 miles (+431)3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2024
- Odometer
- 127,201 miles
- Test number
- 245159457462
- MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack and chip os (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases small crack (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- 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))
Fail126,770 miles (+9,394)11 major3 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 126,770 miles
- Test number
- 471958513140
- MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Position lamp not working indicater light comes on (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front arm outer joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
- MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
- MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small crack and chip os (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe has small crack (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge bold (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass117,376 miles (+10,749)3 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2023
- Odometer
- 117,376 miles
- Test number
- 192572410614
- MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides arm inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryParking brake requirements only just met. parking brake requires service or repair
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both, on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
Pass106,627 miles (+3,965)2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Feb 2022
- Odometer
- 106,627 miles
- Test number
- 396124176274
- MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both side. (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront seat belt slow retract both side.
- AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVarious bushs joint show wear but not resulting in excessive movement.
Pass102,662 miles (+14)7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 102,662 miles
- Test number
- 666560337990
- AdvisoryFront seat belts slow to retract
- AdvisoryNearside Front headlight beam image poor but still outputs a beam image
- AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear parking brake only just met requirements, may need adjustment or repair
- AdvisoryVarious bushes/joint show wear but not resulting in excessive movement
Fail102,648 miles (+1,724)2 major1 repaired2 minor7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 102,648 miles
- Test number
- 397112156119
- MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
- Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorFront Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated grease contamination (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryDriver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material o/s and n/s ;corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront both seat belts slow to retract
- AdvisoryNearside headlamp shows a poor beam image
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from above engine undertray (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))
- AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn various front and rear bushes show deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass100,924 miles (+14)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 5 Nov 2019
- Odometer
- 100,924 miles
- Test number
- 362914426830
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
Fail100,910 miles (+3,681)8 major2 minor2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 100,910 miles
- Test number
- 646216151165
- MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorHeadlamp reflector slightly defective output poor [both sides] (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated front joint (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass97,229 miles (+2,446)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 97,229 miles
- Test number
- 827740038865
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass94,783 miles (+4,604)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 94,783 miles
- Test number
- 562296452739
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass90,179 miles (+4,424)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 90,179 miles
- Test number
- 991002764710
- AdvisoryFront suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush Both front arm/front bushes deteriorated (2.5.B.2b)
- AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Pass85,755 miles (+3,982)2 advisories4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 85,755 miles
- Test number
- 437529484220
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteNail in offside front tyre
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteRear wiper blade
Pass81,773 miles (+7,845)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 81,773 miles
- Test number
- 876228093289
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass73,928 miles (+46)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 73,928 miles
- Test number
- 316404292458
- NoteO/s/r tyre worn inner edge
Fail73,882 miles (+10,293)2 failures1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,882 miles
- Test number
- 996420592211
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- NoteBoth rear tyres low pressure, worn inner edge
Pass63,589 miles (+7,732)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 63,589 miles
- Test number
- 256280791204
- AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Pass55,857 miles (+2)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 55,857 miles
- Test number
- 560381800377
- AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
Fail55,855 miles (+6,976)3 failures4 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 55,855 miles
- Test number
- 913679790298
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureService brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- NoteRear inner brake discs pitted
Pass48,879 miles (+11,121)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 48,879 miles
- Test number
- 994105899244
- AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Pass37,758 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 37,758 miles
- Test number
- 154512968225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail37,758 miles (+3,627)4 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,758 miles
- Test number
- 881610568272
- FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
- FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass34,131 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Mar 2009
- Odometer
- 34,131 miles
- Test number
- 181051398460
- 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)
Fail34,131 miles3 repaired2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 34,131 miles
- Test number
- 741151998029
- Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- 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)
Questions about L13 ORE
- Does L13 ORE currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on L13 ORE expired on 24 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on L13 ORE?
- The MOT on L13 ORE expired on 24 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has L13 ORE done?
- L13 ORE was recorded at 135,382 miles at its MOT on 25 Jun 2024, an average of 6,236 miles a year.
- Has L13 ORE ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. L13 ORE has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2024.
- Has the mileage on L13 ORE 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 L13 ORE find?
- L13 ORE passed its latest MOT on 25 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 9 more.
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