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BMW X1

White · Diesel · 2011 · 1,995 cc

L5 ACUMOT history

L5 ACU is a white diesel BMW X1 first used on 4 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 4 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 125,194 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

L5 ACU white BMW X1 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X1, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Oct 2027
Mileage
125,194 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,328 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 ACU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X1
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
4 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 ACU was last recorded at 125,194 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 10,088 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,106 miles · 23 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
10,088 miles
Average per year
8,328 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 125,194 miles
  • 2025 – 115,106 miles
  • 2024 – 109,751 miles
  • 2023 – 105,297 miles
  • 2022 – 100,468 miles
  • 2021 – 92,472 miles
  • 2020 – 85,621 miles
  • 2019 – 81,148 miles
  • 2018 – 65,740 miles
  • 2017 – 50,605 miles
  • 2016 – 40,444 miles
  • 2015 – 30,331 miles
  • 2014 – 19,671 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,194 miles
  • 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))

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.

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 13 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,194 miles (+10,088)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    125,194 miles
    Test number
    868316895033
    • 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))

  2. Pass115,106 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    115,106 miles
    Test number
    527892121962
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  3. Fail115,104 miles (+5,353)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,104 miles
    Test number
    962632258230
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to condition of front brakes & decelerometer test required (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  4. Pass109,751 miles (+4,454)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    109,751 miles
    Test number
    983660578888
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass105,297 miles (+4,829)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,297 miles
    Test number
    681040487219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass100,468 miles (+7)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    100,468 miles
    Test number
    610591295927
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  7. Fail100,461 miles (+16)2 dangerous2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,461 miles
    Test number
    958784859298
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Fail100,445 miles (+7,973)2 dangerous2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,445 miles
    Test number
    521014268951
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass92,472 miles (+6,851)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    92,472 miles
    Test number
    170230334245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass85,621 miles (+4,473)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    85,621 miles
    Test number
    789428199386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass81,148 miles (+9,158)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    81,148 miles
    Test number
    466458886757
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass71,990 miles (+6,250)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    71,990 miles
    Test number
    976748123999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass65,740 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    65,740 miles
    Test number
    112237267254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,717 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    63,717 miles
    Test number
    633346444603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,717 miles (+13,112)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,717 miles
    Test number
    130783737506
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres bold on edges

  16. Pass50,605 miles (+10,161)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    50,605 miles
    Test number
    406275811299
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted preventing full inspection

  17. Pass40,444 miles (+10,113)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    40,444 miles
    Test number
    677301900216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,331 miles (+10,660)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    30,331 miles
    Test number
    126339905462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,671 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    19,671 miles
    Test number
    607263914088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L5 ACU

Does L5 ACU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 ACU is valid until 4 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 ACU?
The MOT on L5 ACU is valid until 4 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 ACU done?
L5 ACU was recorded at 125,194 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 8,328 miles a year.
Has L5 ACU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 ACU has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on L5 ACU 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 L5 ACU find?
L5 ACU passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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