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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

LB08 XMUMOT history

LB08 XMU is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 25 Jul 2008. Its MOT expired on 13 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 18 MOT tests, with 110,162 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 13 Jul 2025
Mileage
110,162 mi
At MOT on 9 Jul 2024
MOT tests
18
13 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,801 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB08 XMU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
25 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB08 XMU was last recorded at 110,162 miles on 9 Jul 2024, 16,951 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Jan 2019: 38,342 miles, lower than 57,326 miles on 16 Jan 2018.

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
93,211 miles · 14 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
16,951 miles
Average per year
6,801 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,162 miles
  • 2023 – 93,211 miles
  • 2022 – 69,572 miles
  • 2021 – 50,521 miles
  • 2020 – 40,236 miles
  • 2019 – 38,342 miles
  • 2018 – 57,326 miles
  • 2017 – 51,430 miles
  • 2016 – 47,096 miles
  • 2015 – 44,215 miles
  • 2014 – 38,966 miles
  • 2013 – 32,122 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,162 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2018

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Jan 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,162 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    110,162 miles
    Test number
    197744914534
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  2. Fail110,162 miles (+16,951)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,162 miles
    Test number
    266832209264
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle not allowing full inspection

  3. Pass93,211 miles (+1,239)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    93,211 miles
    Test number
    561195484980
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail91,972 miles (+22,400)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,972 miles
    Test number
    194191311277
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged (0.1 (b))
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass69,572 miles (+19,051)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    69,572 miles
    Test number
    364486708950
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass50,521 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    50,521 miles
    Test number
    145205186583
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail50,521 miles (+10,285)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,521 miles
    Test number
    615686099442
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass40,236 miles (+1,894)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    40,236 miles
    Test number
    461744453714

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass38,342 miles (-18,984)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    38,342 miles
    Test number
    945569664974

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass57,326 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    259904758344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail57,326 miles (+5,896)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,326 miles
    Test number
    571333380779
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)

  12. Pass51,430 miles (+4,334)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    51,430 miles
    Test number
    847333412322
    • AdvisoryExcessive oil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryStop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass47,096 miles (+2,881)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    47,096 miles
    Test number
    661962951256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass44,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    44,215 miles
    Test number
    167281525421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail44,214 miles (+5,248)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,214 miles
    Test number
    346781325092
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass38,966 miles (+6,844)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    38,966 miles
    Test number
    569795714038
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass32,122 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    32,122 miles
    Test number
    135467013495

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass22,028 km3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    22,028 km
    Test number
    815101412076
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about LB08 XMU

Does LB08 XMU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB08 XMU expired on 13 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB08 XMU?
The MOT on LB08 XMU expired on 13 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB08 XMU done?
LB08 XMU was recorded at 110,162 miles at its MOT on 9 Jul 2024, an average of 6,801 miles a year.
Has LB08 XMU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB08 XMU has failed 5 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on LB08 XMU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Jan 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB08 XMU find?
LB08 XMU passed its latest MOT on 9 Jul 2024 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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