BMW X5
Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc
LB53 UKMMOT history
LB53 UKM is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 183,734 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 183,734 mi
- At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
- MOT tests
- 27
- 19 passed · 8 failed
- Per year
- 7,990 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- LB53 UKM
- Registration format
- Current format (from 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X5
- Colour
- Silver
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 2,979 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2003
- First used
- 31 Dec 2003
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 22 Dec 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
LB53 UKM was last recorded at 183,734 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 3,068 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 180,666 miles · 14 Jan 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,068 miles
- Average per year
- 7,990 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 183,734 miles
- 2024 – 178,969 miles
- 2022 – 177,740 miles
- 2021 – 175,376 miles
- 2020 – 173,220 miles
- 2019 – 169,345 miles
- 2018 – 163,009 miles
- 2017 – 156,922 miles
- 2016 – 151,044 miles
- 2015 – 146,643 miles
- 2014 – 135,090 miles
- 2013 – 128,111 miles
- 2012 – 118,971 miles
- 2011 – 106,686 miles
- 2010 – 92,905 miles
- 2009 – 76,264 miles
- 2008 – 61,986 miles
- 2007 – 32,197 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass183,734 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024
Front Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
27 tests since 4 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass183,734 miles6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 183,734 miles
- Test number
- 209642210178
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail183,734 miles (+3,068)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 183,734 miles
- Test number
- 947810880380
- MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam Both side (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorStop lamp(s) not working Both side (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened Both side (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both side (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing Both side (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass180,666 miles
- MOT expiry
- 13 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 180,666 miles
- Test number
- 810690920234
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail180,666 miles (+1,697)2 major
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 180,666 miles
- Test number
- 402317242058
- MajorNearside Front Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
Pass178,969 miles1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- 178,969 miles
- Test number
- 369805162437
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Fail178,969 miles (+1,229)4 major1 minor10 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 178,969 miles
- Test number
- 598251343026
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
- MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated forward arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))
Pass177,740 miles (+2,364)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2023
- Odometer
- 177,740 miles
- Test number
- 194693894548
- AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass175,376 miles (+2,156)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2022
- Odometer
- 175,376 miles
- Test number
- 883331128261
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass173,220 miles (+3,875)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2021
- Odometer
- 173,220 miles
- Test number
- 610559346722
- 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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass169,345 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2020
- Odometer
- 169,345 miles
- Test number
- 229145575985
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail169,345 miles (+6,336)3 major4 minor4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 169,345 miles
- Test number
- 276435112724
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Rear Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Pass163,009 miles (+3)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2019
- Odometer
- 163,009 miles
- Test number
- 193921748903
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail163,006 miles1 dangerous3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,006 miles
- Test number
- 184499000634
- DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail163,006 miles (+6,084)3 dangerous2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,006 miles
- Test number
- 575985964785
- DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- DangerousRear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
- DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass156,922 miles (+5,878)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2018
- Odometer
- 156,922 miles
- Test number
- 224714629645
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass151,044 miles (+4,401)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2017
- Odometer
- 151,044 miles
- Test number
- 934710005971
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass146,643 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 146,643 miles
- Test number
- 393784250784
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail146,643 miles (+11,553)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 146,643 miles
- Test number
- 569146531912
- FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- FailureOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
Pass135,090 miles (+6,979)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2015
- Odometer
- 135,090 miles
- Test number
- 705324844382
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass128,111 miles
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2014
- Odometer
- 128,111 miles
- Test number
- 346586643328
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail128,111 miles (+9,140)2 failures
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,111 miles
- Test number
- 315955043308
- FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
Pass118,971 miles (+12,285)
- MOT expiry
- 27 Dec 2013
- Odometer
- 118,971 miles
- Test number
- 565923962359
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass106,686 miles (+13,781)
- MOT expiry
- 22 Nov 2012
- Odometer
- 106,686 miles
- Test number
- 268287421327
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass92,905 miles (+16,641)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 92,905 miles
- Test number
- 430065130488
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass76,264 miles (+14,278)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 76,264 miles
- Test number
- 482682259385
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass61,986 miles (+29,789)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 61,986 miles
- Test number
- 880865068322
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,197 miles
- MOT expiry
- 3 Jan 2008
- Odometer
- 32,197 miles
- Test number
- 753834007058
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about LB53 UKM
- Does LB53 UKM currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB53 UKM is valid until 13 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on LB53 UKM?
- The MOT on LB53 UKM is valid until 13 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has LB53 UKM done?
- LB53 UKM was recorded at 183,734 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 7,990 miles a year.
- Has LB53 UKM ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. LB53 UKM has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2025.
- Has the mileage on LB53 UKM 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 LB53 UKM find?
- LB53 UKM passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 6 advisories: front anti-roll bar linkage corroded but not seriously weakened both side; front brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both side; front macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.
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