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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

L18 AUTMOT history

L18 AUT is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 24 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 90,521 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 May 2026.

L18 AUT black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 May 2027
Mileage
90,521 mi
At MOT on 6 May 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,508 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 AUT
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
24 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 May 2027
Latest MOT test
6 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 AUT was last recorded at 90,521 miles on 6 May 2026, 4,876 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,645 miles · 28 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,876 miles
Average per year
4,508 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,521 miles
  • 2025 – 85,645 miles
  • 2024 – 74,560 miles
  • 2023 – 65,787 miles
  • 2022 – 57,808 miles
  • 2021 – 55,671 miles
  • 2020 – 54,025 miles
  • 2019 – 52,299 miles
  • 2018 – 50,289 miles
  • 2017 – 45,714 miles
  • 2016 – 42,480 miles
  • 2015 – 41,100 miles
  • 2014 – 37,307 miles
  • 2012 – 32,553 miles
  • 2010 – 16,260 miles
  • 2009 – 12,391 miles
  • 2008 – 9,854 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,521 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 13 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,521 miles (+4,876)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2027
    Odometer
    90,521 miles
    Test number
    900380479932

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass85,645 miles (+11,085)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    85,645 miles
    Test number
    739849049326
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement control arm front bushes, both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine bay area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass74,560 miles (+8,773)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    74,560 miles
    Test number
    885552732205
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass65,787 miles (+7,979)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    65,787 miles
    Test number
    562597350130
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering slightly stiff

  5. Pass57,808 miles (+2,137)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    57,808 miles
    Test number
    523544214945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass55,671 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    55,671 miles
    Test number
    617117685363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass54,025 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    54,025 miles
    Test number
    528733178631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail54,024 miles (+1,725)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,024 miles
    Test number
    979691491540
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (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 Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass52,299 miles (+18)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    52,299 miles
    Test number
    294755175111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail52,281 miles (+1,992)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,281 miles
    Test number
    243602656550
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass50,289 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    50,289 miles
    Test number
    349024560452
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail50,287 miles (+4,573)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,287 miles
    Test number
    100976977413
    • DangerousNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass45,714 miles (+3,234)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    45,714 miles
    Test number
    818154689688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass42,480 miles (+1,380)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    42,480 miles
    Test number
    499127429030
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass41,100 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,100 miles
    Test number
    959350825068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail41,100 miles (+3,793)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,100 miles
    Test number
    868290325063
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

  17. Pass37,307 miles (+4,754)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    37,307 miles
    Test number
    128665544081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail32,553 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,553 miles
    Test number
    168922942483
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  19. Pass32,553 miles (+16,293)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,553 miles
    Test number
    317262742024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail16,260 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,260 miles
    Test number
    271157330076
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  21. Pass16,260 miles (+3,869)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    16,260 miles
    Test number
    380007630058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass12,391 miles (+2,537)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    12,391 miles
    Test number
    723229849172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass9,854 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    9,854 miles
    Test number
    873615668105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L18 AUT

Does L18 AUT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L18 AUT is valid until 5 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L18 AUT?
The MOT on L18 AUT is valid until 5 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L18 AUT done?
L18 AUT was recorded at 90,521 miles at its MOT on 6 May 2026, an average of 4,508 miles a year.
Has L18 AUT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 AUT has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on L18 AUT 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 L18 AUT find?
L18 AUT passed its latest MOT on 6 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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