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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

L6 FSGMOT history

L6 FSG is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 23 Jul 2007. Its MOT is valid until 18 Dec 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 175,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Dec 2025.

L6 FSG black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Dec 2026
Mileage
175,634 mi
At MOT on 1 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
10,310 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L6 FSG
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
23 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

L6 FSG was last recorded at 175,634 miles on 1 Dec 2025, 10,015 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,619 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
10,015 miles
Average per year
10,310 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 175,634 miles
  • 2024 – 165,619 miles
  • 2023 – 161,432 miles
  • 2022 – 143,687 miles
  • 2021 – 135,172 miles
  • 2020 – 122,894 miles
  • 2019 – 111,849 miles
  • 2018 – 101,266 miles
  • 2017 – 90,000 miles
  • 2016 – 78,442 miles
  • 2015 – 68,957 miles
  • 2014 – 57,230 miles
  • 2013 – 44,497 miles
  • 2012 – 32,274 miles
  • 2011 – 23,807 miles
  • 2010 – 17,283 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,634 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output need polishing . (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges . (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced and d bush perishing . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output need polishing . (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges . (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced and d bush perishing . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear heat shields loose middle & rear .

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Plastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,634 miles (+10,015)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    175,634 miles
    Test number
    373280688988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output need polishing . (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced and d bush perishing . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output need polishing . (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced and d bush perishing . (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shields loose middle & rear .

  2. Pass165,619 miles (+4,187)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    165,619 miles
    Test number
    898156977826
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective centre bracket missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed off (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass161,432 miles (+17,745)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    161,432 miles
    Test number
    912330952251
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective lens cloudy (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust hanger corroded from body of exhaust leaving small holoe (6.1.2 (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))

  4. Pass143,687 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,687 miles
    Test number
    484943171793
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

  5. Fail143,687 miles (+8,515)3 repaired2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,687 miles
    Test number
    265966315764
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative connecting rod broken (temp repair) (4.1.5 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

  6. Pass135,172 miles (+12,278)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    135,172 miles
    Test number
    903819092942
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass122,894 miles (+10)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    122,894 miles
    Test number
    421645234571
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge scrubbed edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

  8. Fail122,884 miles (+11,035)1 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,884 miles
    Test number
    840531950911
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers in the engine bay and vehicle underside

  9. Pass111,849 miles (+10,583)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    111,849 miles
    Test number
    235178119696
    • AdvisoryEngine And Under Body Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn / Badly Scrubbing Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass101,266 miles (+11,266)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    101,266 miles
    Test number
    323332199122
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine And Under Body Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass90,000 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    90,000 miles
    Test number
    593156636855
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Covers Fitted

  12. Fail90,000 miles (+11,558)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,000 miles
    Test number
    333037223051
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryEngine Covers Fitted
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner Pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder Body Covers Fitted

  13. Pass78,442 miles (+176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    78,442 miles
    Test number
    527712871347
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack

  14. Fail78,266 miles (+9,309)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,266 miles
    Test number
    784788722533
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm worn inside edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front slight play in steering rack

  15. Pass68,957 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    68,957 miles
    Test number
    499933305267
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail68,957 miles (+11,727)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,957 miles
    Test number
    318602005221
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass57,230 miles (+12,733)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    57,230 miles
    Test number
    817942304286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Pass44,497 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    289058293402
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges.

  19. Fail44,497 miles (+12,223)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,497 miles
    Test number
    239917893467
    • DangerousO/s/r tyre badly worn on inner shoulder.
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear reflector slightly damaged but function not impaired (1.5.1c)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges.

  20. Pass32,274 miles (+8,467)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    32,274 miles
    Test number
    417652102297
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass23,807 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    23,807 miles
    Test number
    267042601284
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Fail23,807 miles (+6,524)2 failures1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,807 miles
    Test number
    557551701202
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass17,283 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    17,283 miles
    Test number
    561834700248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail17,283 miles3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,283 miles
    Test number
    533924500270
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L6 FSG

Does L6 FSG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L6 FSG is valid until 18 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on L6 FSG?
The MOT on L6 FSG is valid until 18 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L6 FSG done?
L6 FSG was recorded at 175,634 miles at its MOT on 1 Dec 2025, an average of 10,310 miles a year.
Has L6 FSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L6 FSG has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on L6 FSG 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 L6 FSG find?
L6 FSG passed its latest MOT on 1 Dec 2025 with 9 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output need polishing .; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges .; nearside rear anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced and d bush perishing ., and 6 more.

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