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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LD53 YZUMOT history

LD53 YZU is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 110,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Mar 2024.

LD53 YZU black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Mar 2025
Mileage
110,464 mi
At MOT on 5 Mar 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,577 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LD53 YZU
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
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LD53 YZU was last recorded at 110,464 miles on 5 Mar 2024, 1,857 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,607 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
1,857 miles
Average per year
4,577 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 110,464 miles
  • 2023 – 108,607 miles
  • 2022 – 107,097 miles
  • 2021 – 104,549 miles
  • 2020 – 102,595 miles
  • 2019 – 99,262 miles
  • 2018 – 98,478 miles
  • 2017 – 95,291 miles
  • 2016 – 92,167 miles
  • 2015 – 88,003 miles
  • 2014 – 84,891 miles
  • 2013 – 78,792 miles
  • 2012 – 72,797 miles
  • 2011 – 62,701 miles
  • 2010 – 54,470 miles
  • 2009 – 47,921 miles
  • 2008 – 41,735 miles
  • 2006 – 31,725 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,464 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2018

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 27 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,464 miles (+1,857)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    110,464 miles
    Test number
    306784447225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass108,607 miles (+1,510)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    108,607 miles
    Test number
    708480805004
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  3. Pass107,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    107,097 miles
    Test number
    778484656506

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail107,097 miles (+2,548)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,097 miles
    Test number
    863347360259
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass104,549 miles (+1,954)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    104,549 miles
    Test number
    126661203166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass102,595 miles (+3,333)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    102,595 miles
    Test number
    222780878855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass99,262 miles (+784)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    99,262 miles
    Test number
    638969585900
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass98,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    98,478 miles
    Test number
    816064190254
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Fail98,478 miles (+3,187)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,478 miles
    Test number
    678002758229
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass95,291 miles (+3,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,291 miles
    Test number
    849817962851
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass92,167 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    92,167 miles
    Test number
    843109885718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail92,165 miles (+4,162)7 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,165 miles
    Test number
    884104506673
    • FailureFront registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed 285 45 19 (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake efficiency below requirements (3.7.E.1)
    • FailureRear registration plate displaying a honeycomb or similar effect background (6.3.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Pass88,003 miles (+3,112)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,003 miles
    Test number
    589796005199
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • 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.C.1b)
    • NoteNear side rear tyre sidewall damage (poss run flat)

  14. Pass84,891 miles (+8)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    84,891 miles
    Test number
    297107704474
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has light sidewall damage

  15. Fail84,883 miles (+6,091)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,883 miles
    Test number
    427326904111
    • FailureNearside Front brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has light sidewall damage

  16. Pass78,792 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    78,792 miles
    Test number
    247275403185
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre treads 3mm center tread.
    • NoteTyre size 225/50/r19

  17. Fail78,792 miles (+5,995)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,792 miles
    Test number
    606685903102
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteN/s front tyre treads 3mm center tread.
    • NoteTyre size 225/50/r19

  18. Pass72,797 miles (+10,096)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    72,797 miles
    Test number
    388845912101
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass62,701 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,701 miles
    Test number
    658103401130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,656 miles (+8,186)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,656 miles
    Test number
    708762101130
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass54,470 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    54,470 miles
    Test number
    853597190010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,470 miles (+6,549)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,470 miles
    Test number
    901516890085
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass47,921 miles (+6,186)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,921 miles
    Test number
    631482889021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass41,735 miles (+10,010)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    41,735 miles
    Test number
    320811498071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass31,725 miles (+3,369)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    31,725 miles
    Test number
    990355666214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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. Pass28,356 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    28,356 miles
    Test number
    583046086000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LD53 YZU

Does LD53 YZU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LD53 YZU expired on 17 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LD53 YZU?
The MOT on LD53 YZU expired on 17 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LD53 YZU done?
LD53 YZU was recorded at 110,464 miles at its MOT on 5 Mar 2024, an average of 4,577 miles a year.
Has LD53 YZU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LD53 YZU has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on LD53 YZU 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 YZU find?
LD53 YZU passed its latest MOT on 5 Mar 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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