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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB06 XBCMOT history

LB06 XBC is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 15 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 28 MOT tests, with 157,888 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
157,888 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
18 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,438 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB06 XBC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB06 XBC was last recorded at 157,888 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 179 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,709 miles · 10 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
179 miles
Average per year
6,438 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,888 miles
  • 2025 – 157,709 miles
  • 2024 – 151,165 miles
  • 2023 – 144,888 miles
  • 2022 – 137,962 miles
  • 2021 – 128,342 miles
  • 2020 – 126,665 miles
  • 2019 – 122,921 miles
  • 2018 – 118,351 miles
  • 2017 – 115,435 miles
  • 2016 – 110,674 miles
  • 2015 – 103,689 miles
  • 2014 – 92,477 miles
  • 2013 – 85,049 miles
  • 2012 – 76,450 miles
  • 2011 – 68,000 miles
  • 2010 – 58,452 miles
  • 2009 – 50,499 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,888 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.

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 Jun 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,888 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    157,888 miles
    Test number
    327951687563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail157,709 miles (+6,544)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,709 miles
    Test number
    627450905149
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))

  3. Pass151,165 miles (+6,277)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    151,165 miles
    Test number
    439455607214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass144,888 miles (+9)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    144,888 miles
    Test number
    318069918036
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  5. Fail144,879 miles (+6,917)1 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,879 miles
    Test number
    216898367156
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass137,962 miles (+9,620)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,962 miles
    Test number
    368613666827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,342 miles (+1,677)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,342 miles
    Test number
    223334594544

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,665 miles (+3,744)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,665 miles
    Test number
    956107465906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,921 miles (+4,570)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,921 miles
    Test number
    841022427468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass118,351 miles (+2,916)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    118,351 miles
    Test number
    567999205332
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing low / edge wear..
    • AdvisoryFront(f)lower arm bushs splitting/weak....rear suspension bushs perishing..
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn very low on tread..

  11. Pass115,435 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    115,435 miles
    Test number
    140276543266
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail115,435 miles (+4,761)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,435 miles
    Test number
    892417550379
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass110,674 miles (+126)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,674 miles
    Test number
    608753031276
    • AdvisoryEngine sill and undershields fitted at time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower suspension arm bush starting to split.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear low.

  14. Fail110,548 miles (+6,859)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,548 miles
    Test number
    948658680820
    • FailureOffside Front Seat belt damaged sufficient to significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)
    • AdvisoryEngine sill and undershields fitted at time of test.
    • AdvisoryNearside front lower suspension arm bush starting to split.
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear low.

  15. Pass103,689 miles (+3)5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    103,689 miles
    Test number
    487969655166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail103,686 miles (+11,209)4 failures6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,686 miles
    Test number
    167745055192
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryInner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass92,477 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    92,477 miles
    Test number
    839143464190
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail92,477 miles (+7,428)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,477 miles
    Test number
    657905054195
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass85,049 miles (+149)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    85,049 miles
    Test number
    398324563113
    • NoteBoth front push/pull lower arm, front mountings cracking up and going soft.
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3.0 mm on centre of tyre.

  20. Fail84,900 miles (+8,450)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,900 miles
    Test number
    309197153190
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front push/pull lower arm, front mountings cracking up and going soft.
    • NoteBoth front tyres on 3.0 mm on centre of tyre.
    • NoteBoth rear tyres bald on inner edge.
    • NoteCracks on inner side wall of nearside rear tyre.

  21. Pass76,450 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    76,450 miles
    Test number
    488059252128
    • NoteBoth front push/pull lower arm,front mountings cracking up and going soft.

  22. Fail76,450 miles (+8,450)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,450 miles
    Test number
    608079452160
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteBoth front push/pull lower arm,front mountings cracking up and going soft.

  23. Pass68,000 miles (+264)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    68,000 miles
    Test number
    777308631121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail67,736 miles (+9,284)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,736 miles
    Test number
    557866831155
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass58,452 miles (+20)1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    58,452 miles
    Test number
    112267030181
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing thin

  26. Pass58,432 miles (+7,933)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2011
    Odometer
    58,432 miles
    Test number
    261865830159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass50,499 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    50,499 miles
    Test number
    104381069114
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 1.6mm NOW
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre

  28. Fail50,498 miles4 failures2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,498 miles
    Test number
    920690569123
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailurePower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres on 1.6mm NOW
    • NoteNail in n/s/r tyre
    • NoteO/s wiper rubber torn on ends

Questions about LB06 XBC

Does LB06 XBC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB06 XBC is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB06 XBC?
The MOT on LB06 XBC is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB06 XBC done?
LB06 XBC was recorded at 157,888 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 6,438 miles a year.
Has LB06 XBC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB06 XBC has failed 10 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on LB06 XBC 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 LB06 XBC find?
LB06 XBC passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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