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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

L16 BKSMOT history

L16 BKS is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 30 Jan 2013. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 18 MOT tests, with 90,443 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Dec 2025.

L16 BKS black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
90,443 mi
At MOT on 12 Dec 2025
MOT tests
18
12 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,753 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 BKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
30 Jan 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
12 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 BKS was last recorded at 90,443 miles on 12 Dec 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,439 miles · 6 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
4,753 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 90,443 miles
  • 2024 – 85,447 miles
  • 2023 – 80,302 miles
  • 2022 – 73,034 miles
  • 2021 – 69,249 miles
  • 2020 – 64,543 miles
  • 2019 – 58,094 miles
  • 2018 – 56,876 miles
  • 2017 – 54,823 miles
  • 2016 – 51,963 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,443 miles
  • AdvisoryTyres slightly stretched

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 Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jan 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,443 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    90,443 miles
    Test number
    470428150612
    • AdvisoryTyres slightly stretched

  2. Fail90,439 miles (+4,992)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,439 miles
    Test number
    732018851997
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing inner tread , all tyres slightly stretched (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass85,447 miles (+5,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    85,447 miles
    Test number
    867840468081
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively font and rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dash
    • AdvisoryTyres slightly stretched on rims

  4. Pass80,302 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    80,302 miles
    Test number
    106827662587
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged locking mechanism (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  5. Fail80,302 miles (+7,268)1 dangerous1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,302 miles
    Test number
    690522577245
    • DangerousNearside Front Electrical wiring connectors for braking disconnected pad wear lead snapped (4.11 (a) (iii))
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt slightly damaged locking mechanism (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  6. Pass73,034 miles (+2)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    73,034 miles
    Test number
    555874592431
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Fail73,032 miles (+3,783)6 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,032 miles
    Test number
    940032892380
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate incorrect both front and rear (0.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Window excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass69,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    69,249 miles
    Test number
    771479729654

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail69,249 miles (+4,706)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,249 miles
    Test number
    319413328585
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Direction indicator not working wing repeater (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass64,543 miles (+6,449)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    64,543 miles
    Test number
    865960188045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass58,094 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    393058555870

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,094 miles (+1,218)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,094 miles
    Test number
    236283254683
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass56,876 miles (+2,053)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    56,876 miles
    Test number
    785886533717
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s + o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass54,823 miles (+2,860)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    54,823 miles
    Test number
    125807259977

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass51,963 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,963 miles
    Test number
    859933298671

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass51,210 miles (+7,825)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    51,210 miles
    Test number
    912092700204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    43,385 miles
    Test number
    542827880730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail43,385 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,385 miles
    Test number
    925832903726
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear inner edge close to exposing cord

Questions about L16 BKS

Does L16 BKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L16 BKS is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L16 BKS?
The MOT on L16 BKS is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L16 BKS done?
L16 BKS was recorded at 90,443 miles at its MOT on 12 Dec 2025, an average of 4,753 miles a year.
Has L16 BKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 BKS has failed 6 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on L16 BKS 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 L16 BKS find?
L16 BKS passed its latest MOT on 12 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: tyres slightly stretched.

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