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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

L55 ELRMOT history

L55 ELR is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 16 Dec 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 170,528 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2023.

L55 ELR silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2024
Mileage
170,528 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2023
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L55 ELR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L55 ELR was last recorded at 170,528 miles on 4 Apr 2023, 1,095 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,433 miles · 8 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
1,095 miles
Average per year
6,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,528 miles
  • 2021 – 169,433 miles
  • 2020 – 166,871 miles
  • 2018 – 165,021 miles
  • 2016 – 157,030 miles
  • 2015 – 153,000 miles
  • 2014 – 146,859 miles
  • 2013 – 143,225 miles
  • 2012 – 134,172 miles
  • 2011 – 118,195 miles
  • 2010 – 104,880 miles
  • 2009 – 104,523 miles
  • 2008 – 101,825 miles
  • 2007 – 89,803 miles
  • 2006 – 69,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,528 miles
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high (1.1.6 (d))
  • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,528 miles (+1,095)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    170,528 miles
    Test number
    827755561763
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryUnderbody and suspension components corroded

  2. Pass169,433 miles (+2,562)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    169,433 miles
    Test number
    209204935471
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all around (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion under body

  3. Pass166,871 miles (+1,850)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    166,871 miles
    Test number
    665412591597
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass165,021 miles (+7,991)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    165,021 miles
    Test number
    710652722743
    • AdvisoryHandbrake travel reserve
    • 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))

  5. Pass157,030 miles (+4,030)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    157,030 miles
    Test number
    647679375114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass153,000 miles (+6,141)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    153,000 miles
    Test number
    492577738466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass146,859 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    146,859 miles
    Test number
    927083904291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail146,859 miles (+3,634)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,859 miles
    Test number
    558942304275
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  9. Pass143,225 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    143,225 miles
    Test number
    449752213283

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail143,225 miles (+9,053)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,225 miles
    Test number
    328860513424
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass134,172 miles (+15,977)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    134,172 miles
    Test number
    556923112291
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing close to limit in centre
    • NoteNearside front lower ball joint has slight play
    • NoteOffside front outer driveshaft gaiter in poor condition

  12. Pass118,195 miles (+13,315)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    118,195 miles
    Test number
    987309301242
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper blade in poor condition

  13. Pass104,880 miles (+357)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    104,880 miles
    Test number
    250730410244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,523 miles (+2,698)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    104,523 miles
    Test number
    912033549378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass101,825 miles (+12,022)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    101,825 miles
    Test number
    690574748338
    • NoteChip to screen
    • NoteRear number plate discolouring

  16. Pass89,803 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    89,803 miles
    Test number
    924113557333
    • NoteALL TYRES WORN LOW
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE DISCOLOURING

  17. Fail89,803 miles (+20,470)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,803 miles
    Test number
    902563357392
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteALL TYRES WORN LOW
    • NoteREAR NUMBER PLATE DISCOLOURING

  18. Pass69,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    69,333 miles
    Test number
    840572256328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L55 ELR

Does L55 ELR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L55 ELR expired on 3 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L55 ELR?
The MOT on L55 ELR expired on 3 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L55 ELR done?
L55 ELR was recorded at 170,528 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2023, an average of 6,211 miles a year.
Has L55 ELR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L55 ELR has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2014.
Has the mileage on L55 ELR 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 L55 ELR find?
L55 ELR passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated high, and 1 more.

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