
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.

- 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
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.
- 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
- MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
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.
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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
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
Pass75,895 miles (+5,235)
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2019
- Odometer
- 75,895 miles
- Test number
- 394179316553
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass70,660 miles (+4,582)
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2018
- Odometer
- 70,660 miles
- Test number
- 366110671715
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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)
Pass52,106 miles (+3,024)
- MOT expiry
- 6 May 2015
- Odometer
- 52,106 miles
- Test number
- 715847024112
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass49,082 miles (+2,759)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2014
- Odometer
- 49,082 miles
- Test number
- 229849593182
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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)
Pass42,139 miles (+4,826)
- MOT expiry
- 29 Jul 2012
- Odometer
- 42,139 miles
- Test number
- 119641811279
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass37,313 miles (+5,433)
- MOT expiry
- 28 Jul 2011
- Odometer
- 37,313 miles
- Test number
- 741435500290
No defects or advisories recorded.
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)
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)
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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