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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LE03 MKDMOT history

LE03 MKD is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 Jun 2025 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 155,463 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jun 2024.

LE03 MKD black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 4 Jun 2025
Mileage
155,463 mi
At MOT on 5 Jun 2024
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,537 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 MKD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Mar 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
5 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 MKD was last recorded at 155,463 miles on 5 Jun 2024, 7,531 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Oct 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,932 miles · 17 Oct 2022
Between the last two tests
7,531 miles
Average per year
6,537 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 155,463 miles
  • 2022 – 147,932 miles
  • 2021 – 145,351 miles
  • 2020 – 143,607 miles
  • 2019 – 134,640 miles
  • 2018 – 131,646 miles
  • 2017 – 127,906 miles
  • 2016 – 118,660 miles
  • 2015 – 115,411 miles
  • 2014 – 111,997 miles
  • 2013 – 105,481 miles
  • 2012 – 97,952 miles
  • 2011 – 91,108 miles
  • 2010 – 83,175 miles
  • 2008 – 74,616 miles
  • 2007 – 48,380 miles
  • 2006 – 36,481 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,463 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Windscreen stone chip

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2018

  • Nearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,463 miles (+7,531)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    155,463 miles
    Test number
    600735254950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass147,932 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    147,932 miles
    Test number
    664190415781
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Fail147,932 miles (+2,581)2 dangerous2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,932 miles
    Test number
    858952369373
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass145,351 miles (+1,744)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    145,351 miles
    Test number
    780330349070
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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. Pass143,607 miles (+8,967)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    143,607 miles
    Test number
    201820432877
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR AREM (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass134,640 miles (+2,994)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,640 miles
    Test number
    910247236099
    • MinorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass131,646 miles (+229)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    131,646 miles
    Test number
    412253563940
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail131,417 miles (+3,511)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,417 miles
    Test number
    640323003700
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre bald on inner edge and perished
    • AdvisorySub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement all four bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip

  9. Pass127,906 miles (+12)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2018
    Odometer
    127,906 miles
    Test number
    789906061130
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight play in anti roll bar link
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip

  10. Fail127,894 miles (+9,234)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,894 miles
    Test number
    311315318547
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryWindscreen stone chip

  11. Pass118,660 miles (+3,249)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    118,660 miles
    Test number
    225042175527
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  12. Pass115,411 miles (+1)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    115,411 miles
    Test number
    635462195058
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  13. Fail115,410 miles (+3,413)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,410 miles
    Test number
    259889985067
    • 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 position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  14. Pass111,997 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,997 miles
    Test number
    576738294061
    • NoteOil leak under vehicle.

  15. Fail111,992 miles (+6,511)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,992 miles
    Test number
    675048194006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteOil leak under vehicle.

  16. Pass105,481 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    105,481 miles
    Test number
    457444673039
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  17. Fail105,481 miles (+7,529)4 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,481 miles
    Test number
    808093173050
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Pass97,952 miles (+6,844)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    97,952 miles
    Test number
    755513172039
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass91,108 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    608356691099
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Fail91,108 miles (+7,933)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,108 miles
    Test number
    727284091044
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass83,175 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    83,175 miles
    Test number
    212652770066

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail83,175 miles (+8,559)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,175 miles
    Test number
    172001160459
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  23. Pass74,616 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    872212558307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail74,616 miles (+8,513)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,616 miles
    Test number
    291771358395
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

  25. Pass66,103 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,103 miles
    Test number
    101887558443

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,103 miles (+17,723)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,103 miles
    Test number
    143306158083
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass48,380 miles (+11,899)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,380 miles
    Test number
    670822257003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass36,481 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    36,481 miles
    Test number
    422854976043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass35,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,969 miles
    Test number
    503844456025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 MKD

Does LE03 MKD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 MKD expired on 4 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 MKD?
The MOT on LE03 MKD expired on 4 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 MKD done?
LE03 MKD was recorded at 155,463 miles at its MOT on 5 Jun 2024, an average of 6,537 miles a year.
Has LE03 MKD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 MKD has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on LE03 MKD 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 LE03 MKD find?
LE03 MKD passed its latest MOT on 5 Jun 2024 with 4 advisories: nearside front track rod end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very worn on edges; nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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