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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

L26 JSUMOT history

L26 JSU is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 23 Dec 2009. Its MOT is valid until 17 May 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 115,662 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

L26 JSU grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 17 May 2027
Mileage
115,662 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,875 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L26 JSU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
23 Dec 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 May 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L26 JSU was last recorded at 115,662 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 3,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,452 miles · 12 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,210 miles
Average per year
5,875 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,662 miles
  • 2025 – 112,452 miles
  • 2024 – 108,907 miles
  • 2023 – 103,836 miles
  • 2022 – 100,784 miles
  • 2021 – 97,933 miles
  • 2020 – 96,783 miles
  • 2019 – 86,383 miles
  • 2018 – 78,867 miles
  • 2017 – 68,245 miles
  • 2016 – 66,194 miles
  • 2015 – 58,780 miles
  • 2014 – 45,302 miles
  • 2013 – 42,380 miles
  • 2012 – 37,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,662 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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 Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 11 Dec 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,662 miles (+3,210)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2027
    Odometer
    115,662 miles
    Test number
    428786122547
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass112,452 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2026
    Odometer
    112,452 miles
    Test number
    960516930357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail112,452 miles (+3,545)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,452 miles
    Test number
    168250842792
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass108,907 miles (+5,071)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,907 miles
    Test number
    261233715440
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass103,836 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2024
    Odometer
    103,836 miles
    Test number
    197249201050
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Fail103,836 miles (+3,052)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,836 miles
    Test number
    419587512343
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front back plate insecure

  7. Pass100,784 miles (+2,851)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2023
    Odometer
    100,784 miles
    Test number
    651788365188
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  8. Pass97,933 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2022
    Odometer
    97,933 miles
    Test number
    521713229673
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  9. Fail97,929 miles (+1,146)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,929 miles
    Test number
    830709788914
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Pass96,783 miles (+10,400)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    96,783 miles
    Test number
    258193896049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass86,383 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    86,383 miles
    Test number
    940452426619
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail86,383 miles (+7,516)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,383 miles
    Test number
    736045922792
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass78,867 miles (+10,622)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2019
    Odometer
    78,867 miles
    Test number
    555284487644

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass68,245 miles (+2,051)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    68,245 miles
    Test number
    779095767070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass66,194 miles (+7,414)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    66,194 miles
    Test number
    802416366473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass58,780 miles (+13,478)
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    58,780 miles
    Test number
    779001325264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass45,302 miles (+2,922)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    45,302 miles
    Test number
    609355294175
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Pass42,380 miles (+5,307)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    42,380 miles
    Test number
    416865643427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass37,073 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    37,073 miles
    Test number
    676746942317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L26 JSU

Does L26 JSU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L26 JSU is valid until 17 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L26 JSU?
The MOT on L26 JSU is valid until 17 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L26 JSU done?
L26 JSU was recorded at 115,662 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 5,875 miles a year.
Has L26 JSU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L26 JSU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 12 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L26 JSU 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 L26 JSU find?
L26 JSU passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 3 minor defects and 4 advisories: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 4 more.

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