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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

L70 TDBMOT history

L70 TDB is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 144,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2023.

L70 TDB grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Mar 2024
Mileage
144,167 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2021
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
8,177 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L70 TDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

L70 TDB was last recorded at 144,167 miles on 3 Feb 2021, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,167 miles · 1 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
8,177 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 144,167 miles
  • 2017 – 116,209 miles
  • 2016 – 108,338 miles
  • 2015 – 100,904 miles
  • 2014 – 92,198 miles
  • 2013 – 83,972 miles
  • 2012 – 74,812 miles
  • 2011 – 66,326 miles
  • 2010 – 61,414 miles
  • 2009 – 53,557 miles
  • 2008 – 44,922 miles
  • 2007 – 35,481 miles
  • 2006 – 26,472 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 13 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    843979714693
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    901532491754
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887827869252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read2 dangerous3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    393805013154
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass144,167 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    144,167 miles
    Test number
    436097600809
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  6. Fail144,167 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,167 miles
    Test number
    454888591277
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    327351948765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    786277606809
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    746494034456
    • 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))

  10. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    708727330223
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring inspection of testable components

  11. Fail116,209 miles (+7,871)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,209 miles
    Test number
    895572262635
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted obscuring inspection of testable components

  12. Pass108,338 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    209320180953
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with engine cover and under trays

  13. Fail108,338 miles (+383)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,338 miles
    Test number
    575661389783
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with engine cover and under trays

  14. Fail107,955 miles (+7,051)3 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,955 miles
    Test number
    176646969024
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting on subframe. (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded suspension arm mounting on subframe (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded tigh bar mounting on subframe corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both lens covers fogged (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryBonnet safety catch broken but works.

  15. Pass100,904 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    100,904 miles
    Test number
    250771650412
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outside edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres block treading
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on rear chassis

  16. Fail100,904 miles (+8,706)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,904 miles
    Test number
    205368947196
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the left. Both (1.8)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing on outside edges
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres block treading
    • AdvisoryGeneral surface corrosion on rear chassis

  17. Pass92,198 miles (+8,226)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    92,198 miles
    Test number
    928837844289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass83,972 miles (+9,160)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,972 miles
    Test number
    335789153497
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass74,812 miles (+8,486)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    74,812 miles
    Test number
    809662662290
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass66,326 miles (+4,912)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    66,326 miles
    Test number
    347609051434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass61,414 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    61,414 miles
    Test number
    314679250245
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  22. Fail61,414 miles (+7,857)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,414 miles
    Test number
    203269050294
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  23. Pass53,557 miles (+35)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,557 miles
    Test number
    393428359215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail53,522 miles (+8,600)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,522 miles
    Test number
    330907159250
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Fail44,922 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,922 miles
    Test number
    104221268251
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  26. Pass44,922 miles (+9,441)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    44,922 miles
    Test number
    971571968289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass35,481 miles (+9,009)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    35,481 miles
    Test number
    823647147235

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,472 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    26,472 miles
    Test number
    861816856227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L70 TDB

Does L70 TDB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L70 TDB expired on 29 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L70 TDB?
The MOT on L70 TDB expired on 29 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L70 TDB done?
L70 TDB was recorded at 144,167 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2021, an average of 8,177 miles a year.
Has L70 TDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L70 TDB has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on L70 TDB 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 L70 TDB find?
L70 TDB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2023 with 3 advisories: rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security.

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