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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 FGUMOT history

LB08 FGU is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 21 Jun 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2026 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 129,114 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2026
Mileage
129,114 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,636 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 FGU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
21 Jun 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 FGU was last recorded at 129,114 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 11,403 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,711 miles · 25 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,403 miles
Average per year
7,636 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,114 miles
  • 2024 – 117,711 miles
  • 2023 – 106,259 miles
  • 2022 – 96,817 miles
  • 2021 – 89,416 miles
  • 2020 – 83,439 miles
  • 2019 – 73,917 miles
  • 2018 – 68,570 miles
  • 2017 – 63,361 miles
  • 2016 – 57,295 miles
  • 2015 – 49,775 miles
  • 2014 – 43,028 miles
  • 2013 – 35,491 miles
  • 2012 – 25,431 miles
  • 2011 – 19,522 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,114 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285 /45 r19 111w

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 9 Jun 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,114 miles (+11,403)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    129,114 miles
    Test number
    854699574544
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass117,711 miles (+2)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    117,711 miles
    Test number
    768211281828
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285 /45 r19 111w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail117,709 miles (+11,450)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,709 miles
    Test number
    256055755875
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285 /45 r19 111w (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass106,259 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    106,259 miles
    Test number
    481779248741
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail106,257 miles (+9,440)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,257 miles
    Test number
    462485338175
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass96,817 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    96,817 miles
    Test number
    384434180063
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  7. Fail96,817 miles (+7,401)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,817 miles
    Test number
    364619148697
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  8. Pass89,416 miles (+1,113)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,416 miles
    Test number
    543092488540

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass88,303 miles (+4,864)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    88,303 miles
    Test number
    507899641838
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass83,439 miles (+9,522)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    83,439 miles
    Test number
    899205639953
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass73,917 miles (+5,347)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    73,917 miles
    Test number
    802028707620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass68,570 miles (+5,209)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    68,570 miles
    Test number
    826228599412
    • AdvisoryEngine oil low

  13. Pass63,361 miles (+6,066)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2018
    Odometer
    63,361 miles
    Test number
    185624216209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,295 miles (+7,520)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,295 miles
    Test number
    794422443375
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre has a small cut on the outer sidewall and inner tread
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  15. Pass49,775 miles (+6,747)1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2016
    Odometer
    49,775 miles
    Test number
    907774535184
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has sidewall damage

  16. Pass43,028 miles (+7,537)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,028 miles
    Test number
    386481624174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,491 miles (+10,060)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2014
    Odometer
    35,491 miles
    Test number
    875704533167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,431 miles (+5,909)
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2013
    Odometer
    25,431 miles
    Test number
    476886432194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass19,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    19,522 miles
    Test number
    228950761172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB08 FGU

Does LB08 FGU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB08 FGU is valid until 24 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB08 FGU?
The MOT on LB08 FGU is valid until 24 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB08 FGU done?
LB08 FGU was recorded at 129,114 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 7,636 miles a year.
Has LB08 FGU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 FGU has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 FGU 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 LB08 FGU find?
LB08 FGU passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 2 advisories: front brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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