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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,619 cc

LE03 VBUMOT history

LE03 VBU is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 4 May 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 117,681 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Apr 2025.

LE03 VBU 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 May 2026
Mileage
117,681 mi
At MOT on 25 Apr 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VBU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,619 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 4 May 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VBU was last recorded at 117,681 miles on 25 Apr 2025, 2,954 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,727 miles · 24 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
2,954 miles
Average per year
5,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,681 miles
  • 2024 – 114,727 miles
  • 2023 – 112,584 miles
  • 2022 – 110,544 miles
  • 2021 – 106,127 miles
  • 2020 – 102,653 miles
  • 2019 – 98,750 miles
  • 2017 – 92,810 miles
  • 2016 – 86,890 miles
  • 2015 – 80,303 miles
  • 2014 – 73,197 miles
  • 2013 – 69,256 miles
  • 2012 – 66,188 miles
  • 2010 – 61,138 miles
  • 2009 – 56,218 miles
  • 2008 – 43,186 miles
  • 2007 – 31,463 miles
  • 2006 – 20,856 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,681 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Seat belt slightly damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Under tray covering several testable components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass117,681 miles (+2,954)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2026
    Odometer
    117,681 miles
    Test number
    287195049766
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass114,727 miles (+59)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2025
    Odometer
    114,727 miles
    Test number
    140387023127
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covering several testable components

  3. Fail114,668 miles (+2,084)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,668 miles
    Test number
    404051362809
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge x2 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray covering several testable components

  4. Pass112,584 miles (+36)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2024
    Odometer
    112,584 miles
    Test number
    497241203013
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail112,548 miles (+2,004)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    511707416048
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass110,544 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2023
    Odometer
    110,544 miles
    Test number
    930981685005
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  7. Fail110,544 miles (+167)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,544 miles
    Test number
    766553654205
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  8. Fail110,377 miles (+4,250)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,377 miles
    Test number
    744487762036
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.1.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass106,127 miles (+3,474)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    106,127 miles
    Test number
    327286922595
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass102,653 miles (+3,903)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    102,653 miles
    Test number
    590627133165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass98,750 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    98,750 miles
    Test number
    519033876116
    • AdvisorySmall chip in the windscreen

  12. Fail98,748 miles (+5,938)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,748 miles
    Test number
    894669132066
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  13. Pass92,810 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    92,810 miles
    Test number
    655286479778
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre is worn on the inner edge

  14. Fail92,775 miles (+5,885)5 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,775 miles
    Test number
    831536510723
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass86,890 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    86,890 miles
    Test number
    737640197981
    • AdvisoryHandbrake only just met minimum mot standards

  16. Fail86,889 miles (+6,586)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,889 miles
    Test number
    305500892479
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear brake recording little or no effort handbrake (3.7.B.5a)

  17. Pass80,303 miles (+7,106)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    80,303 miles
    Test number
    478492495736
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail73,197 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,197 miles
    Test number
    129386484258
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass73,197 miles (+3,941)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    73,197 miles
    Test number
    185506284203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass69,256 miles (+3)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    69,256 miles
    Test number
    656271363289
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  21. Fail69,253 miles (+3,065)11 failures6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,253 miles
    Test number
    555216653273
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp damaged but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  22. Pass66,188 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    289498932211
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNocking noise on front suspension?

  23. Fail66,188 miles (+5,050)1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,188 miles
    Test number
    655358132295
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNocking noise on front suspension?

  24. Pass61,138 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    61,138 miles
    Test number
    334422920397

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail61,138 miles (+4,920)3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,138 miles
    Test number
    960516310384
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteFront and rear brake disc's worn.
    • NoteNoise on off side front suspension.

  26. Pass56,218 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    56,218 miles
    Test number
    660054619346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail56,218 miles (+13,032)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,218 miles
    Test number
    102894219329
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass43,186 miles (+11,723)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    43,186 miles
    Test number
    240296178465
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  29. Pass31,463 miles (+10,607)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    31,463 miles
    Test number
    282322577400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass20,856 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    20,856 miles
    Test number
    612240986187
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge. nearside front tyre low on tread

Questions about LE03 VBU

Does LE03 VBU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VBU expired on 4 May 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VBU?
The MOT on LE03 VBU expired on 4 May 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VBU done?
LE03 VBU was recorded at 117,681 miles at its MOT on 25 Apr 2025, an average of 5,144 miles a year.
Has LE03 VBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VBU has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2024.
Has the mileage on LE03 VBU 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 VBU find?
LE03 VBU passed its latest MOT on 25 Apr 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases, and 1 more.

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