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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 KNUMOT history

LD53 KNU is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 10 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023 and it has passed 15 of 26 MOT tests, with 114,420 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2023.

LD53 KNU silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 24 Jan 2023
Mileage
114,420 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2023
MOT tests
26
15 passed · 11 failed
Per year
5,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 KNU
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
10 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

LD53 KNU was last recorded at 114,420 miles on 19 Jan 2023, 2,677 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,743 miles · 20 Jan 2022
Between the last two tests
2,677 miles
Average per year
5,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 114,420 miles
  • 2022 – 111,743 miles
  • 2021 – 109,649 miles
  • 2019 – 105,014 miles
  • 2018 – 100,958 miles
  • 2017 – 97,459 miles
  • 2016 – 90,050 miles
  • 2014 – 83,756 miles
  • 2013 – 79,139 miles
  • 2012 – 76,418 miles
  • 2011 – 71,491 miles
  • 2010 – 65,105 miles
  • 2009 – 56,793 miles
  • 2008 – 44,635 miles
  • 2006 – 25,724 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail114,420 miles
  • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rears [above rear subframe] (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))
  • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slightly slow in retracting
  • AdvisoryUnder guards and engine covers fittedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2022

What MOT failures 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front arm]

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail114,420 miles (+2,677)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    416729476149
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both rears [above rear subframe] (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has a reduced damping effect both rears (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear upper arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belts slightly slow in retracting
    • AdvisoryUnder guards and engine covers fitted

  2. Pass111,743 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    111,743 miles
    Test number
    359392156081
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front arm] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front arm] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear [upper arms] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt slow in retracting
    • AdvisoryUnder guards and engine covers fitted

  3. Fail111,743 miles (+2,094)1 dangerous9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,743 miles
    Test number
    171390700932
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both fronts (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rears (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front arm] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement [front arm] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both rear [upper arms] (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front seat belt slow in retracting
    • AdvisoryUnder guards and engine covers fitted

  4. Pass109,649 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    109,649 miles
    Test number
    533912012198
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly slow in retracting
    • AdvisoryUnderguards fitted

  5. Fail109,649 miles (+4,635)2 dangerous12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,649 miles
    Test number
    841550504329
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed on inner tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside front seat belt slightly slow in retracting
    • AdvisoryUnderguards fitted

  6. Pass105,014 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    105,014 miles
    Test number
    837377736122
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside 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 front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail105,013 miles (+4,055)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,013 miles
    Test number
    323008393993
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/S/F tyre worn on inner edge.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass100,958 miles (+3,499)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    100,958 miles
    Test number
    574486318334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass97,459 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    118333284900
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail97,459 miles (+7,409)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,459 miles
    Test number
    533563102815
    • FailureDriver's airbag obviously defective (5.4.1)
    • FailureRegistration plate incorrect front and rear spacings incorrect (6.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass90,050 miles (+6,294)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    90,050 miles
    Test number
    335626392498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass83,756 miles (+1)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    83,756 miles
    Test number
    585604614203
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOSF tyre perished outer wall

  13. Fail83,755 miles (+4,616)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,755 miles
    Test number
    717461314211
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOSF tyre perished outer wall

  14. Pass79,139 miles (+2,721)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    79,139 miles
    Test number
    478705723290
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOff side front tyre splitting

  15. Pass76,418 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    76,418 miles
    Test number
    187973232259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass76,394 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    76,394 miles
    Test number
    396255032164
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Fail76,390 miles (+4,899)4 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,390 miles
    Test number
    177043332141
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass71,491 miles (+32)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    71,491 miles
    Test number
    766197941152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail71,459 miles (+6,354)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,459 miles
    Test number
    847634741154
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass65,105 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2011
    Odometer
    65,105 miles
    Test number
    351606040146
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Fail65,105 miles (+8,312)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,105 miles
    Test number
    544255740103
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass56,793 miles (+12,158)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    56,793 miles
    Test number
    234173419189
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/S/F tyre wearing on inner adge .
    • NoteSuspect o/s/r tyre has been run flat as there is slight wear on side walls .

  23. Fail44,635 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    353575318125
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass44,635 miles (+18,911)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,635 miles
    Test number
    980875018152

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass25,724 miles (+27)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    25,724 miles
    Test number
    600146106327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail25,697 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,697 miles
    Test number
    404398156242
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Questions about LD53 KNU

Does LD53 KNU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 KNU expired on 24 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 KNU?
The MOT on LD53 KNU expired on 24 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 KNU done?
LD53 KNU was recorded at 114,420 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2023, an average of 5,428 miles a year.
Has LD53 KNU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 KNU has failed 11 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on LD53 KNU 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 LD53 KNU find?
LD53 KNU failed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2023 with 4 major defects and 8 advisories: brake pipe excessively corroded both rears [above rear subframe]; engine mil inoperative or indicates a malfunction; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush, and 9 more.

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