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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2007 · 4,799 cc

L8 VCRMOT history

L8 VCR is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 16 Oct 2007. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,966 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

L8 VCR grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jun 2027
Mileage
155,966 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,440 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L8 VCR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
16 Oct 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L8 VCR was last recorded at 155,966 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 5,380 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,586 miles · 21 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,380 miles
Average per year
8,440 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 155,966 miles
  • 2025 – 150,586 miles
  • 2024 – 142,109 miles
  • 2023 – 138,102 miles
  • 2022 – 132,498 miles
  • 2021 – 130,554 miles
  • 2020 – 129,034 miles
  • 2019 – 127,109 miles
  • 2018 – 115,853 miles
  • 2017 – 97,396 miles
  • 2016 – 77,425 miles
  • 2015 – 65,589 miles
  • 2014 – 55,967 miles
  • 2013 – 45,723 miles
  • 2012 – 37,384 miles
  • 2011 – 30,574 miles
  • 2010 – 23,676 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,966 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025

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 hose slightly chafed both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

22 tests since 14 Oct 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,966 miles (+5,380)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    155,966 miles
    Test number
    179285233495
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,586 miles (+96)3 minor
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,586 miles
    Test number
    574744224359
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail150,490 miles (+8,381)1 major3 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,490 miles
    Test number
    806945784744
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Brake hose slightly chafed both sides (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,109 miles (+4,007)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    142,109 miles
    Test number
    823795875471

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass138,102 miles (+5,604)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    138,102 miles
    Test number
    525448475523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,498 miles (+1,944)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    132,498 miles
    Test number
    973023439048

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,554 miles (+1,520)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    130,554 miles
    Test number
    528987418527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,034 miles (+1,925)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    129,034 miles
    Test number
    547387335458

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass127,109 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    127,109 miles
    Test number
    164173705396
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Fail127,109 miles (+11,256)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,109 miles
    Test number
    416937017369
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass115,853 miles (+18,457)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    115,853 miles
    Test number
    713084232154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,396 miles (+19,971)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    97,396 miles
    Test number
    557401531306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass77,425 miles (+11,836)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    77,425 miles
    Test number
    960260849143
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNail in offside front tyre

  14. Pass65,589 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    65,589 miles
    Test number
    690304243858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail65,582 miles (+9,615)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,582 miles
    Test number
    998511956908
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass55,967 miles (+38)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    55,967 miles
    Test number
    815041684285
    • NoteFront inner brake pads worn
    • NoteO/s front bottom ball joint has slight lift
    • NoteO/s front tyre outer side wall damaged, but no cords exposed

  17. Fail55,929 miles (+10,206)2 dangerous3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,929 miles
    Test number
    696890184210
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)
    • NoteFront inner brake pads worn
    • NoteO/s front bottom ball joint has slight lift
    • NoteO/s front tyre outer side wall damaged, but no cords exposed

  18. Pass45,723 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    45,723 miles
    Test number
    848381083290
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail45,723 miles (+8,339)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,723 miles
    Test number
    727951783227
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass37,384 miles (+6,810)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    37,384 miles
    Test number
    717755582287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,574 miles (+6,898)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    30,574 miles
    Test number
    347554981400
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  22. Pass23,676 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    23,676 miles
    Test number
    622557880298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L8 VCR

Does L8 VCR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L8 VCR is valid until 20 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L8 VCR?
The MOT on L8 VCR is valid until 20 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L8 VCR done?
L8 VCR was recorded at 155,966 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 8,440 miles a year.
Has L8 VCR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L8 VCR has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L8 VCR 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 L8 VCR find?
L8 VCR passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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