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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF02 WTLMOT history

LF02 WTL is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 7 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 37 MOT tests, with 134,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

LF02 WTL silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
134,400 mi
At MOT on 6 Apr 2024
MOT tests
37
20 passed · 17 failed
Per year
5,614 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF02 WTL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
7 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF02 WTL was last recorded at 134,400 miles on 6 Apr 2024, 2,705 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Apr 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 Jul 2017: 98,062 miles, lower than 112,699 miles on 19 Jul 2016.
  • 3 Apr 2023: 131,683 miles, lower than 176,534 miles on 25 Mar 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
131,695 miles · 7 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
2,705 miles
Average per year
5,614 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 134,400 miles
  • 2023 – 131,695 miles
  • 2021 – 176,534 miles
  • 2017 – 98,062 miles
  • 2016 – 112,699 miles
  • 2015 – 108,921 miles
  • 2013 – 100,192 miles
  • 2012 – 94,075 miles
  • 2011 – 85,774 miles
  • 2010 – 77,614 miles
  • 2009 – 67,768 miles
  • 2008 – 54,685 miles
  • 2007 – 42,037 miles
  • 2005 – 31,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2008–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2005–2012

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front corroded (greased) (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

37 tests since 8 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    162535775050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    753146787077
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    573624364862
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  4. FailMileage not read4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    725307903134
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass134,400 miles (+2,705)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    134,400 miles
    Test number
    384308093086
    • AdvisoryAbs light flickering intermittently
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass131,695 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    131,695 miles
    Test number
    437342329559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail131,683 miles2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,683 miles
    Test number
    326577742401
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

  8. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    706809627805
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass176,534 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    176,534 miles
    Test number
    414551898519
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Fail176,534 miles1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,534 miles
    Test number
    297887822980
    • MajorFront Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    162284888328
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  12. FailMileage not read2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    645720761792
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  13. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    526882624746
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  14. FailMileage not read1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    424701351753
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  15. Pass98,062 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    98,062 miles
    Test number
    386041065551
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front corroded (greased) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn + noisy (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front + rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion but not seriously weaken to vehicle underbody + suspension parts in various places
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front + o/s rear tyres splitting/cracking outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre worn/misshapen inner edge
    • AdvisoryVarious engine oil leaks

  16. Fail98,062 miles (-14,637)3 failures10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,062 miles
    Test number
    467070499167
    • FailureNearside Rear Air suspension bellows leaking (2.4.D.2)
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint n/s o/s rear top outer (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively n/s o/s front excessively smearing/judder (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front corroded (greased) (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread slightly cracked (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre + worn outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn + noisy (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front + rear (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryCorrosion but not seriously weaken to vehicle underbody + suspension parts in various places
    • AdvisoryN/s o/s front + o/s rear tyres splitting/cracking outer sidewalls
    • AdvisoryO/s rear tyre worn/misshapen inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. n/s o/s + long travel (3.7.B.6b)
    • AdvisoryVarious engine oil leaks

  17. Pass112,699 miles (+10)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    112,699 miles
    Test number
    873986965809
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVarious minor cracks to front number plate
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted

  18. Fail112,689 miles (+3,768)6 failures1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,689 miles
    Test number
    473411121882
    • FailureBrake hose excessively deteriorated n/s rear metal tubing excess corroded (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc n/s o/s excess split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) excess play steering rack (2.2.A.1b)
    • FailureSuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement n/s o/s front inner stab bushes (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded n/s o/s front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryVarious minor cracks to front number plate
    • AdvisoryVehicle under trays fitted

  19. Pass108,921 miles1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    108,921 miles
    Test number
    285015295162
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded (o/s and n/s greased)
    • NoteN/S/R brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear differential has slight leak
    • NoteSteering column has slight play
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteSlight play n/s o/s front suspension lower arm inner stab-bushes

  20. Fail108,920 miles (+75)3 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,920 miles
    Test number
    449745595125
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront brake pipes corroded (o/s and n/s greased)
    • NoteN/S/R brake pipe corroded
    • NoteRear differential has slight leak
    • NoteSteering column has slight play
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail108,845 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,845 miles
    Test number
    259661785175
    • 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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside 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 Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  22. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    628401694105
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  23. FailMileage not read2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    847340494120
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  24. Pass100,192 miles (+772)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,192 miles
    Test number
    957344023247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail99,420 miles (+5,345)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,420 miles
    Test number
    197166683153
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  26. Pass94,075 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    94,075 miles
    Test number
    306742302265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail94,074 miles (+8,300)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,074 miles
    Test number
    295779892437
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)

  28. Pass85,774 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    116326191127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  29. Fail85,774 miles (+8,160)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,774 miles
    Test number
    395665091174
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  30. Pass77,614 miles (+9,846)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    77,614 miles
    Test number
    941679780179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass67,768 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    67,768 miles
    Test number
    761036099148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail67,762 miles (+13,077)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,762 miles
    Test number
    663349689165
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)

  33. Pass54,685 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    54,685 miles
    Test number
    722937788065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail54,685 miles (+12,648)1 dangerous3 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,685 miles
    Test number
    490154278091
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)

  35. Pass42,037 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    42,037 miles
    Test number
    342111177030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Fail42,037 miles (+10,980)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,037 miles
    Test number
    132271767040
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  37. Pass31,057 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    31,057 miles
    Test number
    123672115394
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LF02 WTL

Does LF02 WTL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LF02 WTL is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on LF02 WTL?
The MOT on LF02 WTL is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LF02 WTL done?
LF02 WTL was recorded at 134,400 miles at its MOT on 6 Apr 2024, an average of 5,614 miles a year.
Has LF02 WTL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF02 WTL has failed 17 of its 37 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on LF02 WTL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 14 Jul 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF02 WTL find?
LF02 WTL passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: front brake pad(s) wearing thin.

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