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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

LF52 YXJMOT history

LF52 YXJ is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 132,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jul 2023.

LF52 YXJ black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 28 Jul 2024
Mileage
132,949 mi
At MOT on 29 Jul 2023
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,609 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LF52 YXJ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Jul 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Jul 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

LF52 YXJ was last recorded at 132,949 miles on 29 Jul 2023, 7,237 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2022.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 1 Dec 2015: 97,609 miles, lower than 97,667 miles on 31 Jul 2015.

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
125,712 miles · 26 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
7,237 miles
Average per year
5,609 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,949 miles
  • 2022 – 125,712 miles
  • 2021 – 121,714 miles
  • 2020 – 113,526 miles
  • 2019 – 103,565 miles
  • 2018 – 100,427 miles
  • 2016 – 100,092 miles
  • 2015 – 97,609 miles
  • 2014 – 90,698 miles
  • 2013 – 84,240 miles
  • 2012 – 77,744 miles
  • 2011 – 77,558 miles
  • 2009 – 71,606 miles
  • 2007 – 56,115 miles
  • 2006 – 46,093 miles
  • 2005 – 33,072 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,949 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,949 miles (+7,237)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    132,949 miles
    Test number
    505245034626
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass125,712 miles (+3,998)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    125,712 miles
    Test number
    272974913749
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp unit slightly loose.
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySmall stone chips in windscreen.

  3. Pass121,714 miles (+101)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    121,714 miles
    Test number
    370218931732
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral small stone chip in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamp washers not working.
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp levelling motor plastic arm cracked/ worn.

  4. Fail121,613 miles (+8,087)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,613 miles
    Test number
    356882585031
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust system leaking. (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking dripping beneath engine . (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer wall. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components.

  5. Pass113,526 miles (+22)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    113,526 miles
    Test number
    446613485102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail113,504 miles (+9,939)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,504 miles
    Test number
    691297774297
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) all not working both sides (4.3.1 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass103,565 miles (+3,138)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    103,565 miles
    Test number
    913079453245
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass100,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    100,427 miles
    Test number
    495293236502

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail100,427 miles (+335)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,427 miles
    Test number
    732639628356
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  10. Pass100,092 miles (+2,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    100,092 miles
    Test number
    961308922789
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass97,609 miles (-58)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    97,609 miles
    Test number
    751653127083
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail97,667 miles (+6,969)6 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,667 miles
    Test number
    766012815293
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre x3

  13. Pass90,698 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2015
    Odometer
    90,698 miles
    Test number
    619516834162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail90,688 miles (+6,448)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,688 miles
    Test number
    969395234149
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  15. Pass84,240 miles (+86)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,240 miles
    Test number
    946629113182
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail84,154 miles (+6,410)4 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,154 miles
    Test number
    219887813157
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre outer edge worn

  17. Pass77,744 miles (+186)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,744 miles
    Test number
    556952202167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass77,558 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    77,558 miles
    Test number
    129495381095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass71,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    71,606 miles
    Test number
    140376019025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail71,606 miles (+15,491)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,606 miles
    Test number
    113733619040
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)
    • NoteWasher bottle cap missing

  21. Pass56,115 miles (+10,022)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    56,115 miles
    Test number
    543640147372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass46,093 miles (+13,021)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    46,093 miles
    Test number
    182292816315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass33,072 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2006
    Odometer
    33,072 miles
    Test number
    780360485261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LF52 YXJ

Does LF52 YXJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LF52 YXJ expired on 28 Jul 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LF52 YXJ?
The MOT on LF52 YXJ expired on 28 Jul 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LF52 YXJ done?
LF52 YXJ was recorded at 132,949 miles at its MOT on 29 Jul 2023, an average of 5,609 miles a year.
Has LF52 YXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LF52 YXJ has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Feb 2021.
Has the mileage on LF52 YXJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 1 Dec 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LF52 YXJ find?
LF52 YXJ passed its latest MOT on 29 Jul 2023 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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