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BMW X5

Blue · Petrol · 2005 · 4,799 cc

LA55 XMJMOT history

LA55 XMJ is a blue petrol BMW X5 first used on 25 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 17 MOT tests, with 94,679 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Jul 2026.

LA55 XMJ blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jul 2027
Mileage
94,679 mi
At MOT on 28 Jul 2026
MOT tests
17
11 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,926 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LA55 XMJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
25 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LA55 XMJ was last recorded at 94,679 miles on 28 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
94,674 miles · 28 May 2025
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,926 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,679 miles
  • 2025 – 94,674 miles
  • 2024 – 94,616 miles
  • 2023 – 94,347 miles
  • 2022 – 94,314 miles
  • 2015 – 83,773 miles
  • 2013 – 77,159 miles
  • 2012 – 68,362 miles
  • 2011 – 58,654 miles
  • 2010 – 48,142 miles
  • 2009 – 36,627 miles
  • 2008 – 25,355 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,679 miles
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

17 tests since 29 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,679 miles (+5)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    94,679 miles
    Test number
    181180988235
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass94,674 miles (+58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    94,674 miles
    Test number
    813452053025
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass94,616 miles (+269)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    94,616 miles
    Test number
    275906067493
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both fronts (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass94,347 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    94,347 miles
    Test number
    706247420543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail94,314 miles (+10,541)3 dangerous9 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,314 miles
    Test number
    999092417084
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousBrakes not tested, car loses drive/gearbox fault
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced nsf&osf (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front All position lamps adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate missing (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass83,773 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2016
    Odometer
    83,773 miles
    Test number
    667568245106

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail83,769 miles (+6,610)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,769 miles
    Test number
    347457945110
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass77,159 miles (+8,797)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    77,159 miles
    Test number
    757194543339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass68,362 miles (+3)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,362 miles
    Test number
    839831142357
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExcessive white smoke
    • NoteNearside front wheel has slight play.

  10. Fail68,359 miles (+9,705)5 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,359 miles
    Test number
    695619732396
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteExcessive white smoke
    • NoteNearside front wheel has slight play.

  11. Pass58,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    58,654 miles
    Test number
    365464031347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail58,654 miles (+10,512)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,654 miles
    Test number
    765794831367
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

  13. Pass48,142 miles (+11,515)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    48,142 miles
    Test number
    434560930310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass36,627 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,627 miles
    Test number
    473977139383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail36,627 miles (+11,272)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,627 miles
    Test number
    163065639386
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass25,355 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    25,355 miles
    Test number
    350514438391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail25,355 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,355 miles
    Test number
    684574138318
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Questions about LA55 XMJ

Does LA55 XMJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LA55 XMJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LA55 XMJ?
The MOT on LA55 XMJ is valid until 27 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LA55 XMJ done?
LA55 XMJ was recorded at 94,679 miles at its MOT on 28 Jul 2026, an average of 3,926 miles a year.
Has LA55 XMJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LA55 XMJ has failed 6 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LA55 XMJ 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 LA55 XMJ find?
LA55 XMJ passed its latest MOT on 28 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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