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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

L23 GWCMOT history

L23 GWC is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 18 May 2012. Its MOT is valid until 22 May 2027 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 136,749 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

L23 GWC black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 May 2027
Mileage
136,749 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,096 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L23 GWC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
18 May 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L23 GWC was last recorded at 136,749 miles on 21 May 2026, 8,359 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,390 miles · 22 May 2025
Between the last two tests
8,359 miles
Average per year
7,096 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 136,749 miles
  • 2025 – 128,390 miles
  • 2024 – 123,693 miles
  • 2023 – 118,599 miles
  • 2022 – 110,123 miles
  • 2021 – 101,500 miles
  • 2020 – 93,866 miles
  • 2019 – 87,978 miles
  • 2018 – 81,541 miles
  • 2017 – 72,877 miles
  • 2016 – 66,926 miles
  • 2015 – 58,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,749 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Front pipe clamp insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

15 tests since 5 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,749 miles (+8,359)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2027
    Odometer
    136,749 miles
    Test number
    750131622623
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust silencer slightly loose Front pipe clamp insecure (8.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass128,390 miles (+4,697)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    128,390 miles
    Test number
    654277379875

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass123,693 miles (+5,094)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,693 miles
    Test number
    630665778639
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass118,599 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    118,599 miles
    Test number
    145975093405
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail118,599 miles (+8,476)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,599 miles
    Test number
    556144900336
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to legal limit 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,123 miles (+8,623)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,123 miles
    Test number
    636993483481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass101,500 miles (+7,634)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    101,500 miles
    Test number
    568983122932
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass93,866 miles (+5,888)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2021
    Odometer
    93,866 miles
    Test number
    866083647031
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective smearing (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  9. Pass87,978 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2020
    Odometer
    87,978 miles
    Test number
    377087600080
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisorySmall Chip In Windscreen

  10. Fail87,978 miles (+6,437)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,978 miles
    Test number
    980208713257
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn on unevenly (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet Covers & Under-Trays Fitted Obscuring Some Components
    • AdvisorySmall Chip In Windscreen

  11. Pass81,541 miles (+253)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    81,541 miles
    Test number
    729569361851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail81,288 miles (+8,411)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,288 miles
    Test number
    490731359498
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  13. Pass72,877 miles (+5,951)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    72,877 miles
    Test number
    578368786266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate behind brake disc deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front back plate behind brake disc deteriorated

  14. Pass66,926 miles (+8,551)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,926 miles
    Test number
    661082414747
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass58,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,375 miles
    Test number
    387425025125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L23 GWC

Does L23 GWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L23 GWC is valid until 22 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L23 GWC?
The MOT on L23 GWC is valid until 22 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L23 GWC done?
L23 GWC was recorded at 136,749 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 7,096 miles a year.
Has L23 GWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L23 GWC has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 10 May 2023.
Has the mileage on L23 GWC 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 L23 GWC find?
L23 GWC passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust silencer slightly loose front pipe clamp insecure; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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