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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,398 cc

LB52 MFOMOT history

LB52 MFO is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 89,068 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Apr 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 26 Apr 2025
Mileage
89,068 mi
At MOT on 24 Apr 2024
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,406 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 MFO
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 MFO was last recorded at 89,068 miles on 24 Apr 2024, 7 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
89,061 miles · 19 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
7 miles
Average per year
3,406 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 89,068 miles
  • 2023 – 87,045 miles
  • 2022 – 85,983 miles
  • 2021 – 85,145 miles
  • 2018 – 83,381 miles
  • 2017 – 82,075 miles
  • 2016 – 80,858 miles
  • 2015 – 80,424 miles
  • 2014 – 80,371 miles
  • 2013 – 79,917 miles
  • 2012 – 78,976 miles
  • 2011 – 74,825 miles
  • 2010 – 69,533 miles
  • 2009 – 62,059 miles
  • 2008 – 53,032 miles
  • 2007 – 44,940 miles
  • 2006 – 36,029 miles
  • 2005 – 26,600 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,068 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

24 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass89,068 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    89,068 miles
    Test number
    480309259457
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail89,061 miles (+2,016)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,061 miles
    Test number
    319274933276
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,045 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    87,045 miles
    Test number
    391568494236
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail87,045 miles (+1,062)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,045 miles
    Test number
    463126607878
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn lower front arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,983 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    85,983 miles
    Test number
    970764337682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail85,983 miles (+838)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,983 miles
    Test number
    616826743065
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass85,145 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    85,145 miles
    Test number
    331185054372
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Fail85,131 miles (+1,750)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,131 miles
    Test number
    178660502706
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread letters fading (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass83,381 miles (+1,306)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    83,381 miles
    Test number
    283622446001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass82,075 miles (+1,217)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    82,075 miles
    Test number
    453302255230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass80,858 miles (+434)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    80,858 miles
    Test number
    880415068404
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges and getting low ontread

  12. Pass80,424 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    80,424 miles
    Test number
    430147660502
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNsf tyre cracking

  13. Pass80,371 miles (+454)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    80,371 miles
    Test number
    256311754312
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges

  14. Pass79,917 miles (+941)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    79,917 miles
    Test number
    296456543365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,976 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,976 miles
    Test number
    186040342305
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  16. Fail78,975 miles (+4,150)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,975 miles
    Test number
    498009432386
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  17. Pass74,825 miles (+5,292)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    74,825 miles
    Test number
    809079731347
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass69,533 miles (+7,474)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    69,533 miles
    Test number
    493723240361
    • 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)

  19. Pass62,059 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    62,059 miles
    Test number
    722179749334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,055 miles (+9,023)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,055 miles
    Test number
    464808549398
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass53,032 miles (+8,092)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    53,032 miles
    Test number
    713993448365
    • 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)

  22. Pass44,940 miles (+8,911)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    44,940 miles
    Test number
    412844857391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,029 miles (+9,429)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    36,029 miles
    Test number
    311774856323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass26,600 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    26,600 miles
    Test number
    504985055399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 MFO

Does LB52 MFO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB52 MFO expired on 26 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB52 MFO?
The MOT on LB52 MFO expired on 26 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB52 MFO done?
LB52 MFO was recorded at 89,068 miles at its MOT on 24 Apr 2024, an average of 3,406 miles a year.
Has LB52 MFO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 MFO has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LB52 MFO 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 MFO find?
LB52 MFO passed its latest MOT on 24 Apr 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside play in steering rack inner joint(s); offside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear upper arm bush, and 2 more.

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