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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LE03 VDRMOT history

LE03 VDR is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Mar 2003. Its MOT expired on 2 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,906 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2023.

LE03 VDR black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 2 Aug 2024
Mileage
170,906 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2023
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,094 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE03 VDR
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 2 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE03 VDR was last recorded at 170,906 miles on 21 Jul 2023, 28,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Apr 2018.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,542 miles · 17 Apr 2018
Between the last two tests
28,364 miles
Average per year
7,094 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 170,906 miles
  • 2018 – 142,542 miles
  • 2017 – 131,404 miles
  • 2016 – 123,234 miles
  • 2015 – 120,741 miles
  • 2014 – 109,399 miles
  • 2013 – 100,840 miles
  • 2012 – 95,221 miles
  • 2011 – 88,614 miles
  • 2010 – 83,173 miles
  • 2009 – 72,718 miles
  • 2008 – 65,350 miles
  • 2007 – 56,667 miles
  • 2006 – 47,447 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,906 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (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.

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass170,906 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    170,906 miles
    Test number
    392232621367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail170,882 miles3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,882 miles
    Test number
    705744203877
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    828359055164
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tie Rod - Slight Play

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    534405601448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. FailMileage not read12 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    420831443104
    • MajorNearside Body component insecure side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Obligatory mirror does not provide a view to the rear (3.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Body component insecure side step (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn front joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering system fouling steering column shaft fouling on chassis leg (2.1.4 (a))

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    522750823653
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  7. FailMileage not read2 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    118657718048
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake fluid significantly below minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  8. Pass142,542 miles (+11,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    142,542 miles
    Test number
    796645401981
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit nearside and offside front (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass131,404 miles (+3)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    131,404 miles
    Test number
    928966738415
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Fail131,401 miles (+8,167)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,401 miles
    Test number
    807261297943
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass123,234 miles (+2,493)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,234 miles
    Test number
    982143876451
    • 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)

  12. Pass120,741 miles (+617)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    120,741 miles
    Test number
    920355452193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on top of upper suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on top of upper suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets the standard

  13. Fail120,124 miles (+10,725)2 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,124 miles
    Test number
    713663676111
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt lower rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on top of upper suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded on top of upper suspension arm (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake just meets the standard

  14. Pass109,399 miles (+8,559)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    109,399 miles
    Test number
    525020264260
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  15. Pass100,840 miles (+1,363)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    100,840 miles
    Test number
    785086163297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,477 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,477 miles
    Test number
    417650373136

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass95,221 miles (+6,607)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    95,221 miles
    Test number
    277061602212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,614 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,614 miles
    Test number
    377093731105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail88,614 miles (+5,441)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,614 miles
    Test number
    499942831191
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass83,173 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    420819550125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail83,173 miles (+10,455)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,173 miles
    Test number
    213478750111
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass72,718 miles (+7,368)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    72,718 miles
    Test number
    810044669059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass65,350 miles (+8,683)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    65,350 miles
    Test number
    463772058020
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass56,667 miles (+9,220)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,667 miles
    Test number
    332442657040
    • NoteOffside rear tyre under inflated and wearing badly on inner edge
    • NoteRear brake pads low

  25. Pass47,447 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,447 miles
    Test number
    370754556035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE03 VDR

Does LE03 VDR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LE03 VDR expired on 2 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LE03 VDR?
The MOT on LE03 VDR expired on 2 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LE03 VDR done?
LE03 VDR was recorded at 170,906 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2023, an average of 7,094 miles a year.
Has LE03 VDR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE03 VDR has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on LE03 VDR 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 VDR find?
LE03 VDR passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2023 with 5 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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