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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LB52 MDEMOT history

LB52 MDE is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 119,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
119,056 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,538 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 MDE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 MDE was last recorded at 119,056 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 6,527 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,529 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
6,527 miles
Average per year
4,538 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,056 miles
  • 2024 – 112,529 miles
  • 2023 – 107,020 miles
  • 2022 – 96,847 miles
  • 2021 – 93,376 miles
  • 2019 – 78,829 miles
  • 2017 – 72,867 miles
  • 2016 – 66,719 miles
  • 2015 – 58,652 miles
  • 2014 – 56,754 miles
  • 2013 – 53,350 miles
  • 2011 – 49,770 miles
  • 2010 – 47,876 miles
  • 2009 – 41,054 miles
  • 2008 – 37,845 miles
  • 2007 – 33,729 miles
  • 2006 – 29,052 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,056 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.

  • Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2009

Full MOT history

26 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,056 miles (+6,527)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    119,056 miles
    Test number
    331304744911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,529 miles (+5,509)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    112,529 miles
    Test number
    752517743151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass107,020 miles (+10,173)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    107,020 miles
    Test number
    331275336111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass96,847 miles (+3,471)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    96,847 miles
    Test number
    346028982608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass93,376 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    93,376 miles
    Test number
    773186799821

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail93,373 miles (+14,544)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,373 miles
    Test number
    839950166502
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp Led lights (4.3.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass78,829 miles (+5,962)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    78,829 miles
    Test number
    621922610928
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass72,867 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    72,867 miles
    Test number
    111529368798

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail72,867 miles (+6,148)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,867 miles
    Test number
    562442300183
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  10. Pass66,719 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    66,719 miles
    Test number
    950557319633

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail66,717 miles (+5,271)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,717 miles
    Test number
    555133581972
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  12. Pass61,446 miles (+2,794)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    61,446 miles
    Test number
    913938414707

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass58,652 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    58,652 miles
    Test number
    316511225017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail58,652 miles (+1,898)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,652 miles
    Test number
    355551525008
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  15. Pass56,754 miles (+3,404)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    56,754 miles
    Test number
    276711124072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail53,350 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,350 miles
    Test number
    346512223031
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  17. Pass53,350 miles (+3,580)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    53,350 miles
    Test number
    725442623087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,770 miles (+20)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    49,770 miles
    Test number
    177369401154
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Fail49,750 miles (+1,874)2 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,750 miles
    Test number
    705218801190
    • DangerousOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  20. Pass47,876 miles (+65)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,876 miles
    Test number
    423277710111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail47,811 miles (+6,757)3 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,811 miles
    Test number
    742130510120
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteEngine oil level low
    • NoteOffside outer cv gaitor perished

  22. Pass41,054 miles (+3,209)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    41,054 miles
    Test number
    514401219162
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre side wall damage (change a,s.a.p.)

  23. Pass37,845 miles (+4,116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    37,845 miles
    Test number
    553508438098
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  24. Pass33,729 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    33,729 miles
    Test number
    641345447039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,727 miles (+4,675)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,727 miles
    Test number
    894873147016
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing on inner egde

  26. Pass29,052 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    29,052 miles
    Test number
    284095846040
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteCheck rear brakes

Questions about LB52 MDE

Does LB52 MDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 MDE is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LB52 MDE?
The MOT on LB52 MDE is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 MDE done?
LB52 MDE was recorded at 119,056 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 4,538 miles a year.
Has LB52 MDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 MDE has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on LB52 MDE 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 LB52 MDE find?
LB52 MDE passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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