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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2001 · 2,926 cc

L16 GREMOT history

L16 GRE is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 12 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 201,409 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2024.

L16 GRE silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 6 Nov 2025
Mileage
201,409 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,062 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 GRE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 GRE was last recorded at 201,409 miles on 7 Nov 2024, 3,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
197,907 miles · 18 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
3,502 miles
Average per year
7,062 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 201,409 miles
  • 2023 – 197,907 miles
  • 2022 – 195,478 miles
  • 2020 – 187,248 miles
  • 2019 – 177,656 miles
  • 2017 – 173,981 miles
  • 2016 – 171,248 miles
  • 2015 – 166,841 miles
  • 2014 – 159,806 miles
  • 2013 – 151,094 miles
  • 2012 – 146,854 miles
  • 2011 – 142,537 miles
  • 2010 – 137,300 miles
  • 2009 – 122,367 miles
  • 2008 – 103,489 miles
  • 2007 – 91,332 miles
  • 2006 – 71,775 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass201,409 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryCheck injection warning on dash
  • AdvisoryDrivers window inoperative
  • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2009

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008

Full MOT history

23 tests since 30 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass201,409 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    201,409 miles
    Test number
    734153482089
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCheck injection warning on dash
    • AdvisoryDrivers window inoperative
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle

  2. Fail201,409 miles (+3,502)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,409 miles
    Test number
    968219143616
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCheck injection warning on dash
    • AdvisoryDrivers window inoperative
    • AdvisorySome corrosion to underside of vehicle

  3. Pass197,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    197,907 miles
    Test number
    365385084815

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail197,907 miles (+2,429)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,907 miles
    Test number
    108548810508
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass195,478 miles (+8,230)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    195,478 miles
    Test number
    868285656222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass187,248 miles (+9,592)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    187,248 miles
    Test number
    882866322937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass177,656 miles (+3,675)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    177,656 miles
    Test number
    873659144249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass173,981 miles (+2,733)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    173,981 miles
    Test number
    788172155361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass171,248 miles (+4,407)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    171,248 miles
    Test number
    198804544861

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass166,841 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    166,841 miles
    Test number
    970834751714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass159,806 miles (+8,712)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    159,806 miles
    Test number
    627620154339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass151,094 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    151,094 miles
    Test number
    476518223237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail151,089 miles (+4,235)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,089 miles
    Test number
    225496423265
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle (4.1.D.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass146,854 miles (+4,317)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    146,854 miles
    Test number
    559706522243
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • NoteN/s/f cv boot outer leak slightly
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inside edge
    • NoteUnder body covers

  15. Pass142,537 miles (+5,237)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    142,537 miles
    Test number
    126371431262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass137,300 miles (+14,933)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    137,300 miles
    Test number
    840562830231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass122,367 miles (+18,878)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    122,367 miles
    Test number
    663131139267
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight play at steering wheel and found in steering column u/j NOTE:: requires attenion !!

  18. Pass103,489 miles (+330)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    103,489 miles
    Test number
    160631738236
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front washer jet broken leaking under bonnet !

  19. Fail103,159 miles (+11,827)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,159 miles
    Test number
    563130228220
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front washer jet broken leaking under bonnet !

  20. Pass91,332 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    91,332 miles
    Test number
    264142537228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail91,190 miles (+19,415)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,190 miles
    Test number
    850147427202
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass71,775 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    71,775 miles
    Test number
    500274986146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail71,774 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,774 miles
    Test number
    214451886467
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack just accptable

Questions about L16 GRE

Does L16 GRE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 GRE expired on 6 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 GRE?
The MOT on L16 GRE expired on 6 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 GRE done?
L16 GRE was recorded at 201,409 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2024, an average of 7,062 miles a year.
Has L16 GRE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 GRE has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on L16 GRE 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 GRE find?
L16 GRE passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2024 with 9 advisories: brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 6 more.

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