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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 4,799 cc

L2 RTFMOT history

L2 RTF is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 8 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 30 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 97,556 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

L2 RTF grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Sept 2027
Mileage
97,556 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,628 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 RTF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
8 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 RTF was last recorded at 97,556 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 7,368 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,188 miles · 1 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
7,368 miles
Average per year
5,628 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,556 miles
  • 2025 – 90,188 miles
  • 2024 – 85,377 miles
  • 2023 – 77,618 miles
  • 2022 – 71,463 miles
  • 2019 – 68,095 miles
  • 2018 – 55,005 miles
  • 2017 – 34,771 miles
  • 2016 – 20,494 miles
  • 2015 – 19,554 miles
  • 2014 – 19,458 miles
  • 2013 – 17,877 miles
  • 2012 – 16,056 miles
  • 2011 – 12,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,556 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,556 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    97,556 miles
    Test number
    302195311726
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail97,554 miles (+7,366)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,554 miles
    Test number
    489765733066
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,188 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    90,188 miles
    Test number
    240053324973

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,377 miles (+7,759)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,377 miles
    Test number
    605879864018
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass77,618 miles (+6,155)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    77,618 miles
    Test number
    457694910993

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass71,463 miles (+3,368)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    71,463 miles
    Test number
    854917758868
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule nearside and offside rear (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside front (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass68,095 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    68,095 miles
    Test number
    273581323264
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  8. Fail68,093 miles (+13,088)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,093 miles
    Test number
    109371788651
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  9. Pass55,005 miles (+9)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    55,005 miles
    Test number
    245335855213
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Fail54,996 miles (+20,225)3 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,996 miles
    Test number
    409153186935
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick front brake pads metal to metal with brake disc. (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front daytime running light not working.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from rear of gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass34,771 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    862267601277
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Fail34,771 miles (+14,277)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,771 miles
    Test number
    344913206411
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass20,494 miles (+940)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    20,494 miles
    Test number
    343770478036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass19,554 miles (+96)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    19,554 miles
    Test number
    785017558178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass19,458 miles (+1,581)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    19,458 miles
    Test number
    755834504308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass17,877 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    17,877 miles
    Test number
    548500863230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass16,056 miles (+3,086)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    16,056 miles
    Test number
    377820952289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass12,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    12,970 miles
    Test number
    306220151466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 RTF

Does L2 RTF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 RTF is valid until 30 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 RTF?
The MOT on L2 RTF is valid until 30 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 RTF done?
L2 RTF was recorded at 97,556 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 5,628 miles a year.
Has L2 RTF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 RTF has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on L2 RTF 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 L2 RTF find?
L2 RTF passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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