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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 4,799 cc

LB04 TFAMOT history

LB04 TFA is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 25 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 152,634 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
152,634 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
5,842 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB04 TFA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,799 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB04 TFA was last recorded at 152,634 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1,803 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,831 miles · 14 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,803 miles
Average per year
5,842 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,634 miles
  • 2025 – 150,831 miles
  • 2024 – 149,829 miles
  • 2023 – 146,246 miles
  • 2022 – 143,027 miles
  • 2020 – 138,012 miles
  • 2019 – 117,712 miles
  • 2018 – 117,407 miles
  • 2017 – 115,948 miles
  • 2015 – 113,386 miles
  • 2014 – 106,309 miles
  • 2013 – 96,106 miles
  • 2012 – 87,289 miles
  • 2009 – 66,858 miles
  • 2008 – 53,125 miles
  • 2007 – 41,322 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,634 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

18 tests since 26 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,634 miles (+1,803)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    152,634 miles
    Test number
    275411988069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass150,831 miles (+1,002)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    150,831 miles
    Test number
    945736560959

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass149,829 miles (+3,583)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    149,829 miles
    Test number
    908535797845
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH SIDES, (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUNDER TRAY AND ENGINE COVER FITTED.

  4. Pass146,246 miles (+3,219)
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,246 miles
    Test number
    797201531450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass143,027 miles (+5,015)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    143,027 miles
    Test number
    426236245318
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass138,012 miles (+20,300)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,012 miles
    Test number
    662127328153
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (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 Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass117,712 miles (+305)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    117,712 miles
    Test number
    206961811747
    • MinorNearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  8. Pass117,407 miles (+1,459)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    117,407 miles
    Test number
    937007523363
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass115,948 miles (+2,562)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    115,948 miles
    Test number
    570747432502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,386 miles (+7,077)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    113,386 miles
    Test number
    157909845486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,309 miles (+10,203)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    106,309 miles
    Test number
    147678154414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass96,106 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,106 miles
    Test number
    135407263027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,959 miles (+8,670)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,959 miles
    Test number
    287403763051
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWater leak on nearside front of engine

  14. Pass87,289 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,289 miles
    Test number
    485537062082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • NoteDriver door mirror

  15. Fail87,289 miles (+20,431)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,289 miles
    Test number
    186969352429
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt attachment fitting slightly deteriorated (5.2.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteDriver door mirror

  16. Pass66,858 miles (+13,733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    66,858 miles
    Test number
    310330719432
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass53,125 miles (+11,803)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    53,125 miles
    Test number
    724185388192
    • NoteOSF TYRE SLIGHT WEAR ON OUTER EDGE

  18. Pass41,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    41,322 miles
    Test number
    422027977110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB04 TFA

Does LB04 TFA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB04 TFA is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB04 TFA?
The MOT on LB04 TFA is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB04 TFA done?
LB04 TFA was recorded at 152,634 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 5,842 miles a year.
Has LB04 TFA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB04 TFA has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Mar 2013.
Has the mileage on LB04 TFA 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 LB04 TFA find?
LB04 TFA passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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