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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

LA51 LYDMOT history

LA51 LYD is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 20 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 18 Sept 2027 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 100,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Sept 2026.

LA51 LYD 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 Sept 2027
Mileage
100,618 mi
At MOT on 19 Sept 2026
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,123 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA51 LYD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA51 LYD was last recorded at 100,618 miles on 19 Sept 2026, 7,001 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,617 miles · 18 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
7,001 miles
Average per year
7,123 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,618 miles
  • 2025 – 93,617 miles
  • 2024 – 85,327 miles
  • 2023 – 76,646 miles
  • 2022 – 68,195 miles
  • 2021 – 60,704 miles
  • 2020 – 56,049 miles
  • 2018 – 43,730 miles
  • 2017 – 34,769 miles
  • 2016 – 26,864 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,618 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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 Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

15 tests since 12 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,618 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    243080708703
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail100,618 miles (+7,001)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,618 miles
    Test number
    336569114129
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction codes cleared, faults not affecting emissions (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass93,617 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    93,617 miles
    Test number
    308408250189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail93,615 miles (+8,288)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,615 miles
    Test number
    229652345903
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play trailing arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,327 miles (+8,681)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    85,327 miles
    Test number
    785239849014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,646 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    76,646 miles
    Test number
    215482771360

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,618 miles (+8,423)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,618 miles
    Test number
    572395513789
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner shoulder (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass68,195 miles (+7,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    68,195 miles
    Test number
    887222459908
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn low 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing also worn low 3mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass60,704 miles (+4,655)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    60,704 miles
    Test number
    852014472720
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge slightly stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner edge slightly stepped (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass56,049 miles (+937)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    56,049 miles
    Test number
    334895427395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,112 miles (+11,382)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    55,112 miles
    Test number
    390100454459
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  12. Pass43,730 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    888465206980
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  13. Fail43,730 miles (+8,961)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,730 miles
    Test number
    793722967095
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  14. Pass34,769 miles (+7,905)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    34,769 miles
    Test number
    362434385666

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass26,864 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    26,864 miles
    Test number
    307041067246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LA51 LYD

Does LA51 LYD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA51 LYD is valid until 18 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA51 LYD?
The MOT on LA51 LYD is valid until 18 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA51 LYD done?
LA51 LYD was recorded at 100,618 miles at its MOT on 19 Sept 2026, an average of 7,123 miles a year.
Has LA51 LYD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA51 LYD has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on LA51 LYD 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 LA51 LYD find?
LA51 LYD passed its latest MOT on 19 Sept 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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