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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LF04 CEVMOT history

LF04 CEV is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 24 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 170,916 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

LF04 CEV black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jun 2025
Mileage
170,916 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
7,864 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF04 CEV
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
24 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF04 CEV was last recorded at 170,916 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
170,904 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
7,864 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 170,916 miles
  • 2023 – 167,748 miles
  • 2022 – 164,316 miles
  • 2021 – 159,475 miles
  • 2020 – 151,214 miles
  • 2019 – 145,072 miles
  • 2018 – 133,833 miles
  • 2017 – 122,281 miles
  • 2016 – 115,577 miles
  • 2015 – 106,655 miles
  • 2014 – 96,736 miles
  • 2013 – 88,520 miles
  • 2012 – 79,362 miles
  • 2011 – 70,391 miles
  • 2010 – 64,185 miles
  • 2008 – 55,229 miles
  • 2007 – 36,012 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,916 miles
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2011

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 11 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,916 miles (+12)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    170,916 miles
    Test number
    154293974426
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail170,904 miles (+3,156)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,904 miles
    Test number
    171290745356
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass167,748 miles (+3,432)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    167,748 miles
    Test number
    284756157694
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner and outer edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass164,316 miles (+4,841)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    164,316 miles
    Test number
    998980997491
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass159,475 miles (+480)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    159,475 miles
    Test number
    858497105269
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Center of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail158,995 miles (+7,781)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,995 miles
    Test number
    108949589441
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting missing D bush bracket missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Center of tread (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,214 miles (+6,142)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    151,214 miles
    Test number
    388275298776
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass145,072 miles (+63)
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    145,072 miles
    Test number
    261599572925

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail145,009 miles (+11,176)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,009 miles
    Test number
    193823067153
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass133,833 miles (+92)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,833 miles
    Test number
    841094053219
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have cuts in the outer walls

  11. Fail133,741 miles (+11,460)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,741 miles
    Test number
    548072257053
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres have cuts in the outer walls

  12. Pass122,281 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    122,281 miles
    Test number
    395639734847
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn/corroded/pitted
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (both sides) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension subframe corroded rear of offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both sides (2.7.2a)

  13. Fail122,263 miles (+6,686)6 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,263 miles
    Test number
    924707083330
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror insecure (8.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryAll brake discs worn/corroded/pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp lens covers deteriorated
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm front bush (both sides) (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront suspension subframe corroded rear of offside
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre inner edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing Both sides (2.7.2a)

  14. Pass115,577 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    672564922696
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres castleated and low on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre low on outer edge

  15. Fail115,577 miles (+8,922)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,577 miles
    Test number
    992704136616
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres castleated and low on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre low on outer edge

  16. Pass106,655 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    106,655 miles
    Test number
    458275845091
    • NoteNearside rear tyre castleated
    • NoteOffside rear tyre castleated

  17. Fail106,655 miles (+9,919)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,655 miles
    Test number
    765924345029
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre castleated
    • NoteOffside front tyre bald on outer edge outside testable area
    • NoteOffside front tyre splitting badly
    • NoteOffside rear tyre castleated

  18. Pass96,736 miles (+8,216)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    96,736 miles
    Test number
    839629924046
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBrake linings warning lamp on

  19. Pass88,520 miles (+107)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    88,520 miles
    Test number
    878017443037
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre at 3mm on inner edge

  20. Fail88,413 miles (+9,051)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,413 miles
    Test number
    607219533086
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteN/S/R tyre at 3mm on inner edge
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass79,362 miles4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    259557342026
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper splitting

  22. Fail79,362 miles (+8,971)3 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,362 miles
    Test number
    246906142002
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Radius arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside windscreen wiper splitting

  23. Pass70,391 miles2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    195581521496
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • NoteOffside front antiroll bar end link gaiters splt
    • NoteOffside front outer door handel loose fitting

  24. Fail70,391 miles (+6,206)1 repaired2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,391 miles
    Test number
    428731121018
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside rear
    • NoteOffside front antiroll bar end link gaiters splt
    • NoteOffside front outer door handel loose fitting

  25. Pass64,185 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    64,185 miles
    Test number
    470216340076
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  26. Fail64,185 miles (+8,956)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,185 miles
    Test number
    653671640066
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  27. Pass55,229 miles (+19,217)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    55,229 miles
    Test number
    210131998277
    • 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)

  28. Fail36,012 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,012 miles
    Test number
    112331107162
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass36,012 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    36,012 miles
    Test number
    751301307157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF04 CEV

Does LF04 CEV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF04 CEV expired on 14 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF04 CEV?
The MOT on LF04 CEV expired on 14 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF04 CEV done?
LF04 CEV was recorded at 170,916 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 7,864 miles a year.
Has LF04 CEV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF04 CEV has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LF04 CEV 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 LF04 CEV find?
LF04 CEV passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; nearside front service brake grabbing slightly; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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