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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LE53 GUXMOT history

LE53 GUX is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 23 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 137,703 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

LE53 GUX silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
137,703 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,930 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LE53 GUX
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
23 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LE53 GUX was last recorded at 137,703 miles on 2 Apr 2024, 9,432 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Feb 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,271 miles · 14 Feb 2023
Between the last two tests
9,432 miles
Average per year
6,930 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 137,703 miles
  • 2023 – 128,271 miles
  • 2021 – 121,949 miles
  • 2020 – 112,452 miles
  • 2019 – 96,672 miles
  • 2018 – 75,895 miles
  • 2017 – 70,660 miles
  • 2016 – 66,078 miles
  • 2015 – 58,975 miles
  • 2014 – 52,106 miles
  • 2013 – 49,082 miles
  • 2012 – 46,323 miles
  • 2011 – 42,139 miles
  • 2010 – 37,313 miles
  • 2009 – 31,880 miles
  • 2008 – 26,867 miles
  • 2007 – 21,961 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear reverse light dim

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

23 tests since 21 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    423418157177
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  2. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    691409763470
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play FRONT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass137,703 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    137,703 miles
    Test number
    428190975779
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light dim
    • 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))
  4. FailMileage not read3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    957429372462
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front and rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light dim
    • 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. Pass128,271 miles (+6,322)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    128,271 miles
    Test number
    214383031812
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both headlights (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rear inners (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Pass121,949 miles (+9,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    121,949 miles
    Test number
    956030454295
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass112,452 miles (+52)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    112,452 miles
    Test number
    338356671422
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  8. Fail112,400 miles (+15,728)1 dangerous2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,400 miles
    Test number
    492861391254
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge And Outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  9. Pass96,672 miles (+80)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    96,672 miles
    Test number
    624606457512
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside side mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  10. Fail96,592 miles (+20,697)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,592 miles
    Test number
    465048750313
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside mirror housing missing
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  11. Pass75,895 miles (+5,235)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    75,895 miles
    Test number
    394179316553

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass70,660 miles (+4,582)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,660 miles
    Test number
    366110671715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass66,078 miles (+7,103)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2017
    Odometer
    66,078 miles
    Test number
    617752796198
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)
  14. Pass58,975 miles (+6,869)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2016
    Odometer
    58,975 miles
    Test number
    778687425136
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Pass52,106 miles (+3,024)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    52,106 miles
    Test number
    715847024112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,082 miles (+2,759)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    49,082 miles
    Test number
    229849593182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,323 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    46,323 miles
    Test number
    455526292118
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail46,313 miles (+4,174)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,313 miles
    Test number
    278086692428
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass42,139 miles (+4,826)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    42,139 miles
    Test number
    119641811279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass37,313 miles (+5,433)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    37,313 miles
    Test number
    741435500290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass31,880 miles (+5,013)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    31,880 miles
    Test number
    104329499153
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass26,867 miles (+4,906)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    26,867 miles
    Test number
    361121918406
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  23. Pass21,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    21,961 miles
    Test number
    380342307260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LE53 GUX

Does LE53 GUX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LE53 GUX is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LE53 GUX?
The MOT on LE53 GUX is valid until 1 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LE53 GUX done?
LE53 GUX was recorded at 137,703 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2024, an average of 6,930 miles a year.
Has LE53 GUX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LE53 GUX has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LE53 GUX 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 LE53 GUX find?
LE53 GUX passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect: nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt.

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