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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 FHKMOT history

LD53 FHK is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 11 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 137,843 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Nov 2024.

LD53 FHK black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Nov 2025
Mileage
137,843 mi
At MOT on 29 Nov 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,276 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 FHK
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
11 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
29 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 FHK was last recorded at 137,843 miles on 29 Nov 2024, 84 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 10 Oct 2014: 78,356 miles, lower than 154,359 miles on 19 Oct 2013.

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
137,759 miles · 5 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
84 miles
Average per year
6,276 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,843 miles
  • 2023 – 136,242 miles
  • 2020 – 113,102 miles
  • 2019 – 109,438 miles
  • 2018 – 103,980 miles
  • 2017 – 98,084 miles
  • 2016 – 91,268 miles
  • 2015 – 84,627 miles
  • 2014 – 78,356 miles
  • 2013 – 154,359 miles
  • 2012 – 65,385 miles
  • 2011 – 59,616 miles
  • 2010 – 52,376 miles
  • 2009 – 41,369 miles
  • 2007 – 30,239 miles
  • 2006 – 24,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,843 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged back cover (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (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.

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 22 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,843 miles (+84)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    137,843 miles
    Test number
    742712422337
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged back cover (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail137,759 miles (+1,517)3 dangerous4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,759 miles
    Test number
    354266765457
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension levelling valve damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Suspension unit damaged or deteriorated and function is seriously affected (5.3.5 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousSuspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output bothside (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords worn on inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective exhaust box mount (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge/285/45/19
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened bothside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass136,242 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    136,242 miles
    Test number
    400877524483
    • 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))

  4. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    193159275905
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (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 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  5. Pass113,102 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    113,102 miles
    Test number
    430416578604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail113,102 miles (+3,664)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,102 miles
    Test number
    590835543200
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass109,438 miles (+90)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    109,438 miles
    Test number
    888611349783
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail109,348 miles (+5,368)2 dangerous5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,348 miles
    Test number
    169374935234
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn CENTER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass103,980 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    103,980 miles
    Test number
    887728061906
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))

  10. Fail103,979 miles (+5,895)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,979 miles
    Test number
    503600054605
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass98,084 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    98,084 miles
    Test number
    653542809817
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail98,084 miles (+6,816)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,084 miles
    Test number
    993125612594
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak engine
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass91,268 miles (+6,641)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    91,268 miles
    Test number
    370969562713
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

  14. Pass84,627 miles (+6,271)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    84,627 miles
    Test number
    998284743765

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass78,356 miles (-76,003)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    78,356 miles
    Test number
    956353484287
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Pass154,359 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    154,359 miles
    Test number
    146382793221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail72,034 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,034 miles
    Test number
    718422693260
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  18. Pass72,034 miles (+6,649)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,034 miles
    Test number
    849422393253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,385 miles (+40)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    65,385 miles
    Test number
    205706982281
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail65,345 miles (+5,729)7 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,345 miles
    Test number
    455322282227
    • FailureNearside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Trailing arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass59,616 miles (+7,240)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    59,616 miles
    Test number
    478993381255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass52,376 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    52,376 miles
    Test number
    540824740282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail52,376 miles (+11,007)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,376 miles
    Test number
    103679330293
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteNearside front cut in outer wall no cords showing

  24. Pass41,369 miles (+11,130)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    41,369 miles
    Test number
    290445169039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,239 miles (+5,500)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,239 miles
    Test number
    242800077277
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass24,739 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,739 miles
    Test number
    482106226333
    • NoteSlight oil leaks from engine compartment.

Questions about LD53 FHK

Does LD53 FHK currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 FHK expired on 28 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 FHK?
The MOT on LD53 FHK expired on 28 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 FHK done?
LD53 FHK was recorded at 137,843 miles at its MOT on 29 Nov 2024, an average of 6,276 miles a year.
Has LD53 FHK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 FHK has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LD53 FHK ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 10 Oct 2014. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LD53 FHK find?
LD53 FHK passed its latest MOT on 29 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: offside front obligatory mirror slightly damaged back cover; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 9 more.

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