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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LB52 WCJMOT history

LB52 WCJ is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 7 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 17 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 130,786 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,786 mi
At MOT on 15 Apr 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,497 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 WCJ
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
7 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 WCJ was last recorded at 130,786 miles on 15 Apr 2026, 6,994 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Feb 2022: 105,545 miles, lower than 132,119 miles on 20 Mar 2020.

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
123,792 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
6,994 miles
Average per year
4,497 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,786 miles
  • 2025 – 123,792 miles
  • 2024 – 118,955 miles
  • 2023 – 113,190 miles
  • 2022 – 105,545 miles
  • 2020 – 132,119 miles
  • 2019 – 131,700 miles
  • 2018 – 91,180 miles
  • 2017 – 90,966 miles
  • 2016 – 87,375 miles
  • 2015 – 85,399 miles
  • 2014 – 82,807 miles
  • 2012 – 76,850 miles
  • 2011 – 73,041 miles
  • 2010 – 68,898 miles
  • 2009 – 63,707 miles
  • 2008 – 58,797 miles
  • 2007 – 50,467 miles
  • 2006 – 39,768 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,786 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2025

Full MOT history

32 tests since 18 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,786 miles (+6,994)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,786 miles
    Test number
    616178759839
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass123,792 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    123,792 miles
    Test number
    930300052680
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail123,790 miles (+4,835)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,790 miles
    Test number
    972993575114
    • MajorFuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass118,955 miles (+5,765)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    118,955 miles
    Test number
    273703556631
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (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. Pass113,190 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    113,190 miles
    Test number
    414924199704
    • 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))

  6. Fail113,187 miles (+7,642)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,187 miles
    Test number
    458373278647
    • DangerousOffside Rear Lower Sub-frame pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Pass105,545 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    378821094338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail105,545 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,545 miles
    Test number
    621480276190
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear-most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572419490078
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE LOW EFFORT
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  10. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    158049414550
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE WARNING LIGHT ON
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryHANDBRAKE LOW EFFORT
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  11. Pass132,119 miles (+419)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,119 miles
    Test number
    921658654660
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  12. Pass131,700 miles (+33,439)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    131,700 miles
    Test number
    377918190218
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and worn inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished worn in inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  13. Fail98,261 miles (+7,081)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,261 miles
    Test number
    720712305782
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished and worn inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge perished worn in inner outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

  14. Pass91,180 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    447018226804

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail91,180 miles (+214)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,180 miles
    Test number
    938868688835
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

  16. Pass90,966 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    90,966 miles
    Test number
    883768375342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail90,923 miles (+3,548)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,923 miles
    Test number
    957277491887
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Front brake caliper securing device missing pad retaining clip (3.5.1j)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre bald outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass87,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    87,375 miles
    Test number
    352007043774

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail87,371 miles (+1,972)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,371 miles
    Test number
    285551166407
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  20. Pass85,399 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    85,399 miles
    Test number
    847651845093
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront chassis cross member corroded

  21. Fail85,399 miles (+2,592)8 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,399 miles
    Test number
    786628735011
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteFront chassis cross member corroded

  22. Pass82,807 miles (+5,957)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    82,807 miles
    Test number
    175121034424
    • NoteREAR TYRES WORN ON INSIDE EDGE

  23. Pass76,850 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    498177232236
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail76,850 miles (+3,809)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,850 miles
    Test number
    705187832203
    • Repaired at testFront Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass73,041 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    73,041 miles
    Test number
    305095211433

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass68,898 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    68,898 miles
    Test number
    292551680453
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail68,898 miles (+5,191)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,898 miles
    Test number
    101511880104
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass63,707 miles (+4,910)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    63,707 miles
    Test number
    782783739163
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

  29. Pass58,797 miles (+4)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    58,797 miles
    Test number
    840206208178
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres tread getting low

  30. Fail58,793 miles (+8,326)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,793 miles
    Test number
    424265008113
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteFront tyres tread getting low

  31. Pass50,467 miles (+10,699)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    50,467 miles
    Test number
    142883517083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Pass39,768 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    39,768 miles
    Test number
    572998916040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 WCJ

Does LB52 WCJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 WCJ is valid until 17 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 WCJ?
The MOT on LB52 WCJ is valid until 17 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 WCJ done?
LB52 WCJ was recorded at 130,786 miles at its MOT on 15 Apr 2026, an average of 4,497 miles a year.
Has LB52 WCJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 WCJ has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on LB52 WCJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Feb 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB52 WCJ find?
LB52 WCJ passed its latest MOT on 15 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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