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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LB03 OVCMOT history

LB03 OVC is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 27 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 141,017 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
141,017 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,109 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 OVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
27 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 OVC was last recorded at 141,017 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 2,868 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jun 2010: 50,317 miles, lower than 50,602 miles on 9 Jun 2010.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
138,149 miles · 19 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,868 miles
Average per year
6,109 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,017 miles
  • 2024 – 138,149 miles
  • 2023 – 135,089 miles
  • 2022 – 131,991 miles
  • 2020 – 119,020 miles
  • 2019 – 110,121 miles
  • 2018 – 99,000 miles
  • 2016 – 82,295 miles
  • 2015 – 76,361 miles
  • 2014 – 71,404 miles
  • 2013 – 66,913 miles
  • 2012 – 61,472 miles
  • 2011 – 58,134 miles
  • 2010 – 50,317 miles
  • 2009 – 41,052 miles
  • 2008 – 34,856 miles
  • 2007 – 27,843 miles
  • 2006 – 22,063 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,017 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2015

Full MOT history

30 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,017 miles (+2,868)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    141,017 miles
    Test number
    142219469556
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass138,149 miles (+3,060)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    138,149 miles
    Test number
    942964457349
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s) both side
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass135,089 miles (+3,098)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    135,089 miles
    Test number
    176541432827
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass131,991 miles (+1)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    131,991 miles
    Test number
    506708979830
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Fail131,990 miles (+3,164)1 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,990 miles
    Test number
    579840964921
    • DangerousFront Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  6. Pass128,826 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    128,826 miles
    Test number
    789766094534
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887428467556
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play n/s and o/s (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass119,020 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,020 miles
    Test number
    208593629561
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  9. Fail119,020 miles (+8,899)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,020 miles
    Test number
    375909075355
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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. Pass110,121 miles (+41)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    110,121 miles
    Test number
    586800866856
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play inner (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail110,080 miles1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,080 miles
    Test number
    694651869037
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219907793449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail99,000 miles8 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,000 miles
    Test number
    436860851003
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak axle
    • AdvisoryOil leak engin

  14. PassMileage not read6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    408998296199
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. FailMileage not read4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    903406008691
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass82,295 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    82,295 miles
    Test number
    661820124130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail82,295 miles (+5,934)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,295 miles
    Test number
    348370235474
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass76,361 miles (+4,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    76,361 miles
    Test number
    559782035163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass71,404 miles (+129)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    71,404 miles
    Test number
    536338174110
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrake discs all round pitted

  20. Fail71,275 miles (+4,362)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,275 miles
    Test number
    428708164192
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteBrake discs all round pitted

  21. Pass66,913 miles (+5,441)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    66,913 miles
    Test number
    787349563163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,472 miles (+3,338)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    61,472 miles
    Test number
    238903172104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass58,134 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,134 miles
    Test number
    156366671104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail58,128 miles (+7,811)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,128 miles
    Test number
    687436471129
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass50,317 miles (-285)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    50,317 miles
    Test number
    204819060172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail50,602 miles (+9,550)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,602 miles
    Test number
    911460160121
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass41,052 miles (+6,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    41,052 miles
    Test number
    360425479145
    • 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)

  28. Pass34,856 miles (+7,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    34,856 miles
    Test number
    984526078104
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass27,843 miles (+5,780)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    27,843 miles
    Test number
    150780977158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass22,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    22,063 miles
    Test number
    213337376115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 OVC

Does LB03 OVC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB03 OVC is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB03 OVC?
The MOT on LB03 OVC is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB03 OVC done?
LB03 OVC was recorded at 141,017 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 6,109 miles a year.
Has LB03 OVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 OVC has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LB03 OVC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB03 OVC find?
LB03 OVC passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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