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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

L66 RMRMOT history

L66 RMR is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 21 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 15 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 19 MOT tests, with 131,374 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Apr 2026.

L66 RMR blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 May 2027
Mileage
131,374 mi
At MOT on 29 Apr 2026
MOT tests
19
17 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,481 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L66 RMR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 May 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L66 RMR was last recorded at 131,374 miles on 29 Apr 2026, 4,070 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
127,304 miles · 8 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,070 miles
Average per year
6,481 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,374 miles
  • 2025 – 127,304 miles
  • 2024 – 123,178 miles
  • 2023 – 119,173 miles
  • 2022 – 116,093 miles
  • 2021 – 112,966 miles
  • 2020 – 110,520 miles
  • 2019 – 106,476 miles
  • 2018 – 101,603 miles
  • 2017 – 91,186 miles
  • 2016 – 81,950 miles
  • 2015 – 75,383 miles
  • 2014 – 61,560 miles
  • 2013 – 53,615 miles
  • 2012 – 45,361 miles
  • 2011 – 33,962 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,374 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisorySeveral Testable Components Obscured by Undertrays

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,374 miles (+4,070)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2027
    Odometer
    131,374 miles
    Test number
    187657095419
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisorySeveral Testable Components Obscured by Undertrays
  2. Pass127,304 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2026
    Odometer
    127,304 miles
    Test number
    313695992706

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail127,303 miles (+4,125)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,303 miles
    Test number
    776308834833
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass123,178 miles (+4,005)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2025
    Odometer
    123,178 miles
    Test number
    348234970941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass119,173 miles (+3,080)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2024
    Odometer
    119,173 miles
    Test number
    469581669859
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  6. Pass116,093 miles (+3,127)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2023
    Odometer
    116,093 miles
    Test number
    167921042097
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  7. Pass112,966 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2022
    Odometer
    112,966 miles
    Test number
    111351996082
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail112,966 miles (+2,446)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,966 miles
    Test number
    298051819670
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass110,520 miles (+4,044)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2021
    Odometer
    110,520 miles
    Test number
    255466456850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass106,476 miles (+4,873)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    106,476 miles
    Test number
    575083749882
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass101,603 miles (+10,417)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2019
    Odometer
    101,603 miles
    Test number
    212535477066
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass91,186 miles (+9,236)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    91,186 miles
    Test number
    434668741869

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass81,950 miles (+6,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    81,950 miles
    Test number
    888148314531
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre slightly scrubbed on inner edge
  14. Pass75,383 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,383 miles
    Test number
    247448564688

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass69,706 miles (+8,146)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    69,706 miles
    Test number
    487487435013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass61,560 miles (+7,945)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    61,560 miles
    Test number
    376737414082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass53,615 miles (+8,254)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    53,615 miles
    Test number
    156208433453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass45,361 miles (+11,399)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,361 miles
    Test number
    227785612138
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  19. Pass33,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    33,962 miles
    Test number
    578868801171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L66 RMR

Does L66 RMR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L66 RMR is valid until 15 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on L66 RMR?
The MOT on L66 RMR is valid until 15 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L66 RMR done?
L66 RMR was recorded at 131,374 miles at its MOT on 29 Apr 2026, an average of 6,481 miles a year.
Has L66 RMR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L66 RMR has failed 2 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on L66 RMR 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 L66 RMR find?
L66 RMR passed its latest MOT on 29 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; several testable components obscured by undertrays.

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