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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LB54 CWUMOT history

LB54 CWU is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 7 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 28 MOT tests, with 168,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
168,949 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
16 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB54 CWU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
7 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB54 CWU was last recorded at 168,949 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Feb 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Dec 2012: 94,038 miles, lower than 94,083 miles on 14 Dec 2012.

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
168,943 miles · 21 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
5,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,949 miles
  • 2025 – 165,036 miles
  • 2024 – 158,335 miles
  • 2023 – 146,067 miles
  • 2019 – 143,556 miles
  • 2018 – 134,303 miles
  • 2016 – 118,889 miles
  • 2015 – 112,635 miles
  • 2014 – 104,996 miles
  • 2013 – 98,903 miles
  • 2012 – 94,038 miles
  • 2011 – 88,660 miles
  • 2010 – 83,319 miles
  • 2009 – 77,981 miles
  • 2008 – 70,176 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,949 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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 Stop lamp(s) not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2026

  • Brake pad warning lamp illuminated (Red lamp)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Passenger exterior door handle inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 12 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,949 miles (+6)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    168,949 miles
    Test number
    717808894363
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail168,943 miles (+3,907)1 dangerous5 major3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,943 miles
    Test number
    916047191660
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking (secondary brake) on a single line braking system has inadequate effort at a wheel (1.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass165,036 miles (+57)4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    165,036 miles
    Test number
    380472242668
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated (Red lamp)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger exterior door handle inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension level sensor hanging on brake hose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension system components corroded but strength not significantly reduced

  4. Fail164,979 miles (+6,644)3 major4 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,979 miles
    Test number
    597482041505
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated (Red lamp)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Passenger exterior door handle inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension level sensor hanging on brake hose
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension system components corroded but strength not significantly reduced

  5. Pass158,335 miles (+12,268)3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    158,335 miles
    Test number
    781882720018
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated repair patches on boot (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass146,067 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    146,067 miles
    Test number
    611840213095
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail146,061 miles (+2,505)7 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,061 miles
    Test number
    967486444444
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass143,556 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,556 miles
    Test number
    535258080321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,556 miles (+9,253)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,556 miles
    Test number
    682302301078
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

  10. Pass134,303 miles (+6,528)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    134,303 miles
    Test number
    562796891856
    • 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))

  11. Pass127,775 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    377121721906
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  12. Fail127,775 miles (+8,886)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,775 miles
    Test number
    885458824792
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)

  13. Pass118,889 miles (+6,254)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    118,889 miles
    Test number
    936351262126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass112,635 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    112,635 miles
    Test number
    309980470165
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads on 3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread on 2mm
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Fail112,635 miles (+7,639)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,635 miles
    Test number
    179245037134
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyre treads on 3mm
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre tread on 2mm
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  16. Fail104,996 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,996 miles
    Test number
    886875144328
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  17. Pass104,996 miles (+6,093)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    104,996 miles
    Test number
    988625644378
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass98,903 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    98,903 miles
    Test number
    297427643365
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail98,903 miles (+4,865)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,903 miles
    Test number
    436787143335
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass94,038 miles (-45)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    94,038 miles
    Test number
    858233552395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail94,083 miles (+5,423)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,083 miles
    Test number
    789519442328
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass88,660 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    219197641361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail88,660 miles (+5,341)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,660 miles
    Test number
    217446541338
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass83,319 miles (+5,338)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    83,319 miles
    Test number
    971305640335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail77,981 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,981 miles
    Test number
    692124269313
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  26. Pass77,981 miles (+7,805)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    77,981 miles
    Test number
    972064369323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail70,176 miles1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    154807248375
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

  28. Pass70,176 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    70,176 miles
    Test number
    781757448317
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Questions about LB54 CWU

Does LB54 CWU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB54 CWU is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB54 CWU?
The MOT on LB54 CWU is valid until 9 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB54 CWU done?
LB54 CWU was recorded at 168,949 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 5,741 miles a year.
Has LB54 CWU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB54 CWU has failed 12 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LB54 CWU ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 18 Dec 2012. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB54 CWU find?
LB54 CWU passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 3 minor defects and 9 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip in windscreen; nearside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged cracked; nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources, and 9 more.

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