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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LB52 WCMMOT history

LB52 WCM is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 25 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 171,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
171,618 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 WCM
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 WCM was last recorded at 171,618 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 742 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,876 miles · 26 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
742 miles
Average per year
5,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 171,618 miles
  • 2024 – 170,876 miles
  • 2023 – 166,342 miles
  • 2022 – 157,101 miles
  • 2021 – 148,360 miles
  • 2020 – 141,609 miles
  • 2019 – 132,017 miles
  • 2018 – 121,375 miles
  • 2017 – 109,341 miles
  • 2016 – 106,857 miles
  • 2014 – 104,882 miles
  • 2013 – 96,980 miles
  • 2012 – 92,721 miles
  • 2011 – 89,097 miles
  • 2010 – 82,461 miles
  • 2009 – 75,817 miles
  • 2008 – 70,723 miles
  • 2007 – 64,955 miles
  • 2006 – 59,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass171,618 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.

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 9 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass171,618 miles (+742)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    171,618 miles
    Test number
    269879950559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass170,876 miles (+4,534)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    170,876 miles
    Test number
    594855921310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass166,342 miles (+103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    166,342 miles
    Test number
    599645191520
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail166,239 miles (+9,138)2 major5 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,239 miles
    Test number
    643987807066
    • MajorFuel system component leaking Diesel leaking from engine area. (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by more than 50% of the reflecting surface In boot lid tail light (4.8.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface In boot lid tail light (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test Phone cradle
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Straight suspension arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass157,101 miles (+8,741)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    157,101 miles
    Test number
    118081847536
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPossible small fuel leak.
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  6. Pass148,360 miles (+38)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    148,360 miles
    Test number
    953544470762
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail148,322 miles (+6,713)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,322 miles
    Test number
    287997360209
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,609 miles (+9,592)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    141,609 miles
    Test number
    747063416686
    • AdvisoryNearside Front worn on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on edges

  9. Pass132,017 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,017 miles
    Test number
    781441848869
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Fail132,015 miles (+10,640)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,015 miles
    Test number
    152458149201
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass121,375 miles (+12,034)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,375 miles
    Test number
    919886074958
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lenses deteriorated and beam images poor
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met the minimum requirement

  12. Pass109,341 miles (+2,484)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    109,341 miles
    Test number
    303591389979

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass106,857 miles (+1,947)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    106,857 miles
    Test number
    415781728560

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass104,910 miles (+28)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    104,910 miles
    Test number
    852478335892

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,882 miles (+3,120)
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,882 miles
    Test number
    656553154358

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    917876554013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail101,762 miles (+4,782)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,762 miles
    Test number
    936826254083
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass96,980 miles (+4,259)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    96,980 miles
    Test number
    709959253023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,721 miles (+3,624)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    92,721 miles
    Test number
    197895752063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,097 miles (+6,636)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    89,097 miles
    Test number
    668190661045
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  21. Pass82,461 miles (+6,644)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    82,461 miles
    Test number
    641620960046
    • NoteFloor covers fitted
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  22. Pass75,817 miles (+5,094)
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    75,817 miles
    Test number
    934495759038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass70,723 miles (+5,768)
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    70,723 miles
    Test number
    534662258036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass64,955 miles (+5,779)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    64,955 miles
    Test number
    750381547088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass59,176 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    59,176 miles
    Test number
    323570846026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB52 WCM

Does LB52 WCM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 WCM is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 WCM?
The MOT on LB52 WCM is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 WCM done?
LB52 WCM was recorded at 171,618 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 5,627 miles a year.
Has LB52 WCM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 WCM has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on LB52 WCM 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 WCM find?
LB52 WCM passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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