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Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

L18 YOSMOT history

L18 YOS is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 12 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 May 2025 and it has passed 16 of 17 MOT tests, with 162,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 31 May 2024.

L18 YOS silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 30 May 2025
Mileage
162,316 mi
At MOT on 31 May 2024
MOT tests
17
16 passed · 1 failed
Per year
5,582 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L18 YOS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
12 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 May 2025
Latest MOT test
31 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L18 YOS was last recorded at 162,316 miles on 31 May 2024, 1,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,201 miles · 23 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
1,115 miles
Average per year
5,582 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 162,316 miles
  • 2020 – 161,201 miles
  • 2019 – 158,726 miles
  • 2018 – 157,020 miles
  • 2017 – 152,533 miles
  • 2016 – 148,536 miles
  • 2015 – 143,609 miles
  • 2014 – 135,579 miles
  • 2013 – 125,145 miles
  • 2012 – 112,982 miles
  • 2011 – 109,186 miles
  • 2010 – 102,448 miles
  • 2009 – 94,190 miles
  • 2008 – 86,950 miles
  • 2007 – 76,468 miles
  • 2006 – 62,659 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass162,316 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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2011

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2011

Full MOT history

17 tests since 24 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass162,316 miles (+1,115)
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2025
    Odometer
    162,316 miles
    Test number
    622618562251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass161,201 miles (+2,475)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    161,201 miles
    Test number
    297886724926

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass158,726 miles (+1,706)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    158,726 miles
    Test number
    488658264296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass157,020 miles (+4,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    157,020 miles
    Test number
    344941111338
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt buckle slightly damaged (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  5. Pass152,533 miles (+3,997)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    152,533 miles
    Test number
    219163614117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass148,536 miles (+4,927)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    148,536 miles
    Test number
    394355855773
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside centre rear brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake pipes starting to corrode
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front lower ball joints have slight moevement
    • AdvisoryOffside rear number plate light starting to discolour
  7. Pass143,609 miles (+8,030)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    143,609 miles
    Test number
    437560527423
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded and offside need attension (3.6.B.2c)
  8. Pass135,579 miles (+10,434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    135,579 miles
    Test number
    345995364365
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  9. Pass125,145 miles (+12,163)2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    125,145 miles
    Test number
    418994863466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  10. Pass112,982 miles (+3,796)7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    112,982 miles
    Test number
    425604602313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSill covers fitted
  11. Pass109,186 miles (+6,738)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    109,186 miles
    Test number
    426523111335
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass102,448 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    714260130376
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has wear on inner edge
  13. Fail102,448 miles (+8,258)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,448 miles
    Test number
    284829520347
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has wear on inner edge
  14. Pass94,190 miles (+7,240)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    94,190 miles
    Test number
    501088659211
    • NoteO/s rear tyre has wear on inner edge
  15. Pass86,950 miles (+10,482)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    86,950 miles
    Test number
    303007868427
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  16. Pass76,468 miles (+13,809)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    76,468 miles
    Test number
    374785467227
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  17. Pass62,659 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    62,659 miles
    Test number
    910435606226
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about L18 YOS

Does L18 YOS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L18 YOS expired on 30 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L18 YOS?
The MOT on L18 YOS expired on 30 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L18 YOS done?
L18 YOS was recorded at 162,316 miles at its MOT on 31 May 2024, an average of 5,582 miles a year.
Has L18 YOS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L18 YOS has failed 1 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2010.
Has the mileage on L18 YOS 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 YOS find?
L18 YOS passed its latest MOT on 31 May 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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