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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 2,993 cc

L40 NLFMOT history

L40 NLF is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Jan 2016. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jan 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 71,942 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

L40 NLF black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jan 2027
Mileage
71,942 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,272 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L40 NLF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
29 Jan 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L40 NLF was last recorded at 71,942 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 7,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
64,129 miles · 7 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
7,813 miles
Average per year
6,272 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 71,942 miles
  • 2025 – 64,129 miles
  • 2024 – 57,317 miles
  • 2023 – 48,032 miles
  • 2022 – 37,291 miles
  • 2021 – 37,279 miles
  • 2020 – 30,895 miles
  • 2019 – 28,257 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass71,942 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 22 Jan 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass71,942 miles (+7,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    71,942 miles
    Test number
    169445546158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass64,129 miles (+6,812)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    64,129 miles
    Test number
    229269384757
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass57,317 miles (+9,285)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    57,317 miles
    Test number
    806727284343
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  4. Pass48,032 miles (+10,741)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    48,032 miles
    Test number
    742961225046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass37,291 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    37,291 miles
    Test number
    562402122101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass37,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    37,279 miles
    Test number
    852460659407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail37,279 miles (+4,402)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,279 miles
    Test number
    828494792946
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))

  8. Pass32,877 miles (+1,982)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    32,877 miles
    Test number
    566922292887
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted covering some suspension parts

  9. Pass30,895 miles (+2,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    30,895 miles
    Test number
    657665410431
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  10. Pass28,257 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    28,257 miles
    Test number
    156909462950

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L40 NLF

Does L40 NLF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L40 NLF is valid until 16 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on L40 NLF?
The MOT on L40 NLF is valid until 16 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L40 NLF done?
L40 NLF was recorded at 71,942 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 6,272 miles a year.
Has L40 NLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L40 NLF has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on L40 NLF 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 L40 NLF find?
L40 NLF passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 1 more.

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