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BMW X5

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD03 FVEMOT history

LD03 FVE is a blue petrol BMW X5 first used on 20 Mar 2003. Its MOT is valid until 30 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 159,750 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

LD03 FVE blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Nov 2026
Mileage
159,750 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
6,444 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD03 FVE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD03 FVE was last recorded at 159,750 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,391 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,359 miles · 26 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
3,391 miles
Average per year
6,444 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 159,750 miles
  • 2024 – 156,359 miles
  • 2023 – 153,862 miles
  • 2022 – 151,766 miles
  • 2021 – 149,055 miles
  • 2020 – 146,277 miles
  • 2019 – 143,232 miles
  • 2018 – 137,485 miles
  • 2017 – 132,676 miles
  • 2016 – 124,368 miles
  • 2015 – 117,149 miles
  • 2014 – 111,673 miles
  • 2013 – 101,482 miles
  • 2012 – 91,341 miles
  • 2011 – 83,356 miles
  • 2010 – 72,163 miles
  • 2009 – 65,477 miles
  • 2008 – 58,392 miles
  • 2007 – 51,323 miles
  • 2006 – 44,372 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,750 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

34 tests since 16 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,750 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    890298032955
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  2. Fail159,750 miles (+3,391)1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,750 miles
    Test number
    154850938548
    • DangerousFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))

  3. Pass156,359 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    156,359 miles
    Test number
    626974089410
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail156,359 miles (+2,497)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,359 miles
    Test number
    243394331242
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass153,862 miles (+2,096)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    153,862 miles
    Test number
    384068518351

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass151,766 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    151,766 miles
    Test number
    265760238135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass149,055 miles (+10)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    149,055 miles
    Test number
    208565436586
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail149,045 miles (+2,768)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,045 miles
    Test number
    148689365068
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass146,277 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    146,277 miles
    Test number
    385464821816
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  10. Fail146,277 miles (+3,045)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,277 miles
    Test number
    748497897322
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bush cracking (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both

  11. Pass143,232 miles (+6)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    143,232 miles
    Test number
    242743645597
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  12. Fail143,226 miles (+5,741)1 major1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,226 miles
    Test number
    978558367000
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. park brake (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass137,485 miles (+4,809)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    137,485 miles
    Test number
    178610737042
    • AdvisoryCover sills fitted to o/s & n/s.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted.

  14. Pass132,676 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    132,676 miles
    Test number
    913670396961
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisorySerious oil leak

  15. Fail132,665 miles (+8,297)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,665 miles
    Test number
    859604962760
    • FailureOffside Side repeater incorrect colour faded to white (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp emits other than a steady red light showing white light (bulb) (1.2.1e)
    • AdvisoryOil low
    • AdvisorySerious oil leak

  16. Pass124,368 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    124,368 miles
    Test number
    360701854914
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Fail124,361 miles (+7,212)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,361 miles
    Test number
    598309859363
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Pass117,149 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    117,149 miles
    Test number
    325290438918

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail117,149 miles (+5,476)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,149 miles
    Test number
    253179946703
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass111,673 miles (+7)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    111,673 miles
    Test number
    508621804303
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll rear sub frame bushes has slight play in all 4 bushes

  21. Fail111,666 miles (+10,184)1 dangerous4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,666 miles
    Test number
    925256594296
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • FailureOffside rear brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll rear sub frame bushes has slight play in all 4 bushes

  22. Pass101,482 miles (+10,141)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    101,482 miles
    Test number
    858122893220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass91,341 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    91,341 miles
    Test number
    919833682263
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  24. Fail91,328 miles (+7,972)6 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,328 miles
    Test number
    367358272214
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteRear diff oil leak

  25. Pass83,356 miles (+11,193)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    83,356 miles
    Test number
    376761571249
    • 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 Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass72,163 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,163 miles
    Test number
    563813570240
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  27. Fail72,162 miles (+6,685)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,162 miles
    Test number
    803761270248
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass65,477 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    65,477 miles
    Test number
    304030189431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail65,476 miles (+7,084)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,476 miles
    Test number
    742398369243
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  30. Pass58,392 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    58,392 miles
    Test number
    300364258441
    • NoteParking brake effort 17% minimum required 16%

  31. Fail58,391 miles (+7,068)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,391 miles
    Test number
    670613258286
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteParking brake effort 17% minimum required 16%

  32. Pass51,323 miles (+6,951)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    51,323 miles
    Test number
    574784047297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  33. Pass44,372 miles (+11,546)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    44,372 miles
    Test number
    232197446293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Pass32,826 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    32,826 miles
    Test number
    151005976079
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

Questions about LD03 FVE

Does LD03 FVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LD03 FVE is valid until 30 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on LD03 FVE?
The MOT on LD03 FVE is valid until 30 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LD03 FVE done?
LD03 FVE was recorded at 159,750 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 6,444 miles a year.
Has LD03 FVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD03 FVE has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LD03 FVE 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 LD03 FVE find?
LD03 FVE passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; oil leak, but not excessive; rear shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush both.

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