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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

LB56 XWZMOT history

LB56 XWZ is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 28 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 11 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 151,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 11 Jan 2027
Mileage
151,295 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
8,091 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB56 XWZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB56 XWZ was last recorded at 151,295 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 9,483 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,812 miles · 11 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,483 miles
Average per year
8,091 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 151,295 miles
  • 2025 – 141,812 miles
  • 2024 – 133,194 miles
  • 2022 – 125,942 miles
  • 2021 – 110,430 miles
  • 2020 – 94,991 miles
  • 2019 – 88,986 miles
  • 2018 – 80,466 miles
  • 2017 – 70,887 miles
  • 2016 – 59,808 miles
  • 2015 – 54,321 miles
  • 2014 – 48,359 miles
  • 2013 – 41,815 miles
  • 2012 – 36,889 miles
  • 2011 – 30,955 miles
  • 2010 – 26,713 miles
  • 2009 – 20,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass151,295 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 9 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass151,295 miles (+9,483)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    151,295 miles
    Test number
    835275791470
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass141,812 miles (+8,618)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    141,812 miles
    Test number
    352116339078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass133,194 miles (+7,252)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    133,194 miles
    Test number
    324547126668
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass125,942 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    125,942 miles
    Test number
    822652891506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail125,942 miles (+15,512)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,942 miles
    Test number
    832216280293
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,430 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    110,430 miles
    Test number
    792677704432
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail110,427 miles (+15,436)1 dangerous6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,427 miles
    Test number
    120244652996
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture front to rear (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorEmissions not tested to much oil (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass94,991 miles (+6,005)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    94,991 miles
    Test number
    387203600306
    • AdvisoryMetal pipes incorporated in rear flexible brake hoses are corroded on n/s/r and o/s/r.
    • AdvisoryN/s/f and o/s/f metal brake pipes starting to corrode.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance low.

  9. Pass88,986 miles (+8,520)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    88,986 miles
    Test number
    871144352087
    • AdvisoryAll 4 tyres worn outer edges

  10. Pass80,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    918049094893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail80,466 miles (+9,579)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,466 miles
    Test number
    899554252454
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass70,887 miles (+11,079)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    70,887 miles
    Test number
    819736162032

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass59,808 miles (+5,487)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    59,808 miles
    Test number
    194530130866
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge and deteriorated

  14. Pass54,321 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    54,321 miles
    Test number
    103791271942
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn bold on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside brake light slightly dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear deteriorated and worn bold on inner edge

  15. Fail54,321 miles (+5,962)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,321 miles
    Test number
    682172826217
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 285/45/19 (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn bold on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside brake light slightly dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear deteriorated and worn bold on inner edge

  16. Pass48,359 miles (+6,544)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    48,359 miles
    Test number
    917647704324
    • AdvisoryInner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass41,815 miles (+4,926)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    41,815 miles
    Test number
    107785903309
    • NoteFront nearside tyre wall slightly damaged. Also Front near side and both rear tyres are perished at base of tread and showing signs premature cracking.

  18. Pass36,889 miles (+5,934)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    36,889 miles
    Test number
    737535022303
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteSlight damage to near side front tyre sidewall.

  19. Fail30,955 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,955 miles
    Test number
    107394101334
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)

  20. Pass30,955 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    30,955 miles
    Test number
    205274701312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,713 miles (+6,221)
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    26,713 miles
    Test number
    691345910347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass20,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    20,492 miles
    Test number
    332793519354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB56 XWZ

Does LB56 XWZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB56 XWZ is valid until 11 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB56 XWZ?
The MOT on LB56 XWZ is valid until 11 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB56 XWZ done?
LB56 XWZ was recorded at 151,295 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 8,091 miles a year.
Has LB56 XWZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB56 XWZ has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on LB56 XWZ 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 LB56 XWZ find?
LB56 XWZ passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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