BMW logo

BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

L1 FUGMOT history

L1 FUG is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 15 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 119,384 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

L1 FUG grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 May 2027
Mileage
119,384 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,523 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for L1 FUG in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
L1 FUG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L1 FUG was last recorded at 119,384 miles on 15 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,383 miles · 12 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
5,523 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,384 miles
  • 2025 – 116,208 miles
  • 2024 – 112,005 miles
  • 2023 – 105,627 miles
  • 2022 – 102,149 miles
  • 2021 – 96,027 miles
  • 2020 – 93,813 miles
  • 2019 – 89,657 miles
  • 2018 – 85,022 miles
  • 2017 – 80,372 miles
  • 2016 – 76,223 miles
  • 2015 – 70,410 miles
  • 2014 – 66,830 miles
  • 2013 – 61,995 miles
  • 2012 – 55,020 miles
  • 2011 – 44,033 miles
  • 2010 – 33,816 miles
  • 2009 – 27,084 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,384 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Nearside front parking sensor is damaged

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, lower front arms

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 28 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,384 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    119,384 miles
    Test number
    984877005648
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,383 miles (+3,175)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,383 miles
    Test number
    853330894212
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass116,208 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2026
    Odometer
    116,208 miles
    Test number
    872940689472
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Fail116,206 miles (+4,201)1 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,206 miles
    Test number
    139002359129
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorPower steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorPower steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  5. Pass112,005 miles5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2025
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    849548941853
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated in wheel arch (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights lenses missing

  6. Fail112,005 miles (+6,378)1 dangerous3 major5 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,005 miles
    Test number
    285193732172
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall cord exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad on limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in wheel arch (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated in wheel arch (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBoth number plate lights lenses missing

  7. Pass105,627 miles (+3)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2024
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    859113457434
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole and grease leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Glass also deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - front most arms - inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage in engine bay (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight unit is no longer preventing the ingress of water
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension air bag is perishing
    • AdvisoryRear both registration plate lights are missing their covering lens
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dashboard

  8. Fail105,624 miles (+3,475)2 major4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,624 miles
    Test number
    790154370901
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 24" AR conversion (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small hole and grease leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Glass also deteriorating (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - front most arms - inner bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage in engine bay (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front headlight unit is no longer preventing the ingress of water
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension air bag is perishing
    • AdvisoryRear both registration plate lights are missing their covering lens
    • AdvisoryBrake warning light on dashboard

  9. Pass102,149 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2023
    Odometer
    102,149 miles
    Test number
    596876157871
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bag perishing

  10. Fail102,147 miles (+6,120)2 dangerous2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,147 miles
    Test number
    695603752559
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure cut to cords in outer sidewall 275 40 20 w (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre bald on edges, 5mm tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear suspension bag perishing

  11. Pass96,027 miles (+26)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    96,027 miles
    Test number
    786560691802
    • AdvisoryBoth rear registration plate lamp lenses missing
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cuts to outer sidewall, perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front parking sensor is damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail96,001 miles (+2,188)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,001 miles
    Test number
    591233748125
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear registration plate lamp lenses missing
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords deep cuts to outer sidewall, perished and cracked (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front parking sensor is damaged
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass93,813 miles (+4,156)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,813 miles
    Test number
    797293747423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords multiple deep cuts to outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front parking sensor is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside rear parking brake has significantly less effort than nearside rear
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, lower front arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass89,657 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    89,657 miles
    Test number
    124296564953
    • AdvisoryNearside front parking sensor is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear view mirror glass is damaged and insecure
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Fail89,647 miles (+4,625)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,647 miles
    Test number
    486860934989
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Advisory4x4 warning lamp illuminated
    • AdvisoryNearside front parking sensor is damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside rear view mirror glass is damaged and insecure
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside front and offside front, front lower arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  16. Pass85,022 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    85,022 miles
    Test number
    467040277506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail85,008 miles (+4,636)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,008 miles
    Test number
    472373818447
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  18. Pass80,372 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    80,372 miles
    Test number
    200691959788

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail80,372 miles (+4,149)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,372 miles
    Test number
    874602865040
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  20. Pass76,223 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    383231650838
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in centre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Fail76,223 miles (+5,813)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,223 miles
    Test number
    379843054775
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre nail in centre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass70,410 miles (+3,580)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,410 miles
    Test number
    495814705104
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  23. Fail66,830 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,830 miles
    Test number
    188882404100
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  24. Pass66,830 miles (+4,835)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    66,830 miles
    Test number
    327692904167
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  25. Pass61,995 miles (+6,975)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    61,995 miles
    Test number
    528043503138
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass55,020 miles (+10,987)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    55,020 miles
    Test number
    176074002140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,033 miles (+10,217)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    44,033 miles
    Test number
    378185191014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,816 miles (+2,032)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    33,816 miles
    Test number
    852035200111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass31,784 miles (+4,700)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    31,784 miles
    Test number
    843823640013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass27,084 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,084 miles
    Test number
    854920049212
    • NoteFull under body covers fitted hampering inspection

Questions about L1 FUG

Does L1 FUG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L1 FUG is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L1 FUG?
The MOT on L1 FUG is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L1 FUG done?
L1 FUG was recorded at 119,384 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 5,523 miles a year.
Has L1 FUG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L1 FUG has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2026.
Has the mileage on L1 FUG 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 L1 FUG find?
L1 FUG passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both front; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

Related registrations

Browse all L1F registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.