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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LB03 VNUMOT history

LB03 VNU is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 106,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Apr 2026
Mileage
106,546 mi
At MOT on 4 Apr 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,534 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB03 VNU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB03 VNU was last recorded at 106,546 miles on 4 Apr 2025, 2,640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
103,906 miles · 17 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
2,640 miles
Average per year
4,534 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 106,546 miles
  • 2024 – 103,906 miles
  • 2023 – 102,560 miles
  • 2021 – 100,151 miles
  • 2020 – 95,571 miles
  • 2019 – 90,429 miles
  • 2018 – 83,534 miles
  • 2017 – 80,106 miles
  • 2016 – 72,397 miles
  • 2015 – 68,587 miles
  • 2014 – 66,783 miles
  • 2013 – 62,206 miles
  • 2012 – 56,422 miles
  • 2011 – 49,656 miles
  • 2010 – 43,981 miles
  • 2009 – 39,231 miles
  • 2008 – 33,297 miles
  • 2007 – 29,000 miles
  • 2006 – 21,418 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,546 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (4.1.4 (b))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass106,546 miles (+2,640)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    106,546 miles
    Test number
    238047848204
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Pass103,906 miles (+1,346)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    103,906 miles
    Test number
    629567341212
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Pass102,560 miles (+2,409)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    102,560 miles
    Test number
    903918786281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass100,151 miles (+4,580)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    100,151 miles
    Test number
    440561724609
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass95,571 miles (+5,142)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    95,571 miles
    Test number
    324794847945

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass90,429 miles (+6,895)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    90,429 miles
    Test number
    907665111220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,534 miles (+3,428)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,534 miles
    Test number
    924070780496

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass80,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    80,106 miles
    Test number
    794428850560
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rear
    • AdvisoryBrake lining warning lamp on

  9. Fail80,106 miles (+7,709)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,106 miles
    Test number
    445694832656
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords sidewall (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside and offside rear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake lining warning lamp on

  10. Pass72,397 miles (+40)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    72,397 miles
    Test number
    797923220481
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryNail in nearside front tyre and perished

  11. Fail72,357 miles (+3,770)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,357 miles
    Test number
    254361244007
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine warning light on
    • AdvisoryNail nearside front tyre and perished
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn inner edge

  12. Pass68,587 miles (+1,804)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,587 miles
    Test number
    456639415160
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNSR Seatbelt locking mechanism sticks.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass66,783 miles (+4,577)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    66,783 miles
    Test number
    286062884150
    • 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass62,206 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    62,206 miles
    Test number
    725968873177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail62,165 miles (+5,743)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,165 miles
    Test number
    485166163161
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass56,422 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    315593572125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail56,420 miles (+6,764)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,420 miles
    Test number
    336023372177
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass49,656 miles (+5,675)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    49,656 miles
    Test number
    519548971117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,981 miles (+4,750)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,981 miles
    Test number
    771114870125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass39,231 miles (+5,934)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    39,231 miles
    Test number
    864293079125
    • NoteAdvice on parking brake performancc

  21. Pass33,297 miles (+4,297)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    33,297 miles
    Test number
    391246078136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass29,000 miles (+7,582)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    29,000 miles
    Test number
    472486277195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,418 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    21,418 miles
    Test number
    331617876190

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB03 VNU

Does LB03 VNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB03 VNU expired on 3 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB03 VNU?
The MOT on LB03 VNU expired on 3 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB03 VNU done?
LB03 VNU was recorded at 106,546 miles at its MOT on 4 Apr 2025, an average of 4,534 miles a year.
Has LB03 VNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB03 VNU has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2017.
Has the mileage on LB03 VNU 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 LB03 VNU find?
LB03 VNU passed its latest MOT on 4 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated slight weep; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted; offside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output lens misted.

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