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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

L30 TGSMOT history

L30 TGS is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 107,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jun 2026.

L30 TGS black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jun 2027
Mileage
107,979 mi
At MOT on 13 Jun 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,397 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L30 TGS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
19 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L30 TGS was last recorded at 107,979 miles on 13 Jun 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jun 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 May 2015: 52,984 miles, lower than 57,290 miles on 12 May 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
107,930 miles · 11 Jun 2026
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
5,397 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 107,979 miles
  • 2025 – 92,603 miles
  • 2024 – 80,055 miles
  • 2023 – 75,520 miles
  • 2022 – 73,793 miles
  • 2021 – 72,826 miles
  • 2020 – 68,728 miles
  • 2019 – 64,508 miles
  • 2017 – 61,425 miles
  • 2016 – 56,930 miles
  • 2015 – 52,984 miles
  • 2014 – 50,235 miles
  • 2013 – 47,183 miles
  • 2011 – 40,155 miles
  • 2010 – 28,579 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,979 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,979 miles (+49)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    107,979 miles
    Test number
    788351090148
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail107,930 miles (+15,327)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,930 miles
    Test number
    967093698614
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass92,603 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    92,603 miles
    Test number
    241438701886
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail92,603 miles (+213)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,603 miles
    Test number
    563522004586
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail92,390 miles (+12,335)1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,390 miles
    Test number
    801129810905
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean too be detected.
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from gearbox. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Fluid leak, but not excessive Slight oil leak from differential. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both worn on inner edges. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass80,055 miles (+4,535)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2025
    Odometer
    80,055 miles
    Test number
    681833664155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass75,520 miles2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2024
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    874476176965
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail75,520 miles (+1,727)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,520 miles
    Test number
    301459754844
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass73,793 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2023
    Odometer
    73,793 miles
    Test number
    831304676075

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail73,793 miles (+967)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,793 miles
    Test number
    416019211182
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  11. Pass72,826 miles (+4,098)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    72,826 miles
    Test number
    282844866679
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass68,728 miles (+4,220)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    68,728 miles
    Test number
    848263733734
    • 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))

  13. Pass64,508 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    64,508 miles
    Test number
    539425237666
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  14. Fail64,506 miles (+3,081)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,506 miles
    Test number
    316276121326
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner 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))

  15. Pass61,425 miles (+4,495)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    61,425 miles
    Test number
    280301707990
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear bumper slight damage
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under tray fitted obstructing some component checks.

  16. Pass56,930 miles (+3,946)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    56,930 miles
    Test number
    764995397157
    • AdvisoryUNDERCOVER OBSTRUCTING VIEW

  17. Pass52,984 miles (-4,306)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,984 miles
    Test number
    255088035453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail57,290 miles (+7,055)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,290 miles
    Test number
    535992535178
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass50,235 miles (+3,052)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,235 miles
    Test number
    458439534131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,183 miles (+7,028)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,183 miles
    Test number
    848960133158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass40,155 miles (+11,576)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    40,155 miles
    Test number
    389229041323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,579 miles (+2,141)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    28,579 miles
    Test number
    762957150352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass26,438 miles (+242)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    26,438 miles
    Test number
    234805690214
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail26,196 miles (+6,825)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,196 miles
    Test number
    461593670212
    • FailureNearside Rear reflector missing (1.5.1a)

  25. Pass19,371 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    19,371 miles
    Test number
    702281110039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L30 TGS

Does L30 TGS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L30 TGS is valid until 12 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L30 TGS?
The MOT on L30 TGS is valid until 12 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L30 TGS done?
L30 TGS was recorded at 107,979 miles at its MOT on 13 Jun 2026, an average of 5,397 miles a year.
Has L30 TGS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L30 TGS has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on L30 TGS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 May 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on L30 TGS find?
L30 TGS passed its latest MOT on 13 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; oil leak, but not excessive.

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