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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

LK04 XGHMOT history

LK04 XGH is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 19 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 May 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 113,164 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 May 2026.

LK04 XGH grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 May 2027
Mileage
113,164 mi
At MOT on 20 May 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,698 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LK04 XGH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
19 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 May 2027
Latest MOT test
20 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LK04 XGH was last recorded at 113,164 miles on 20 May 2026, 3,987 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,177 miles · 16 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,987 miles
Average per year
4,698 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,164 miles
  • 2025 – 109,177 miles
  • 2024 – 102,789 miles
  • 2023 – 96,978 miles
  • 2022 – 96,782 miles
  • 2021 – 90,884 miles
  • 2020 – 86,291 miles
  • 2019 – 80,297 miles
  • 2018 – 75,730 miles
  • 2017 – 70,513 miles
  • 2016 – 66,762 miles
  • 2015 – 61,591 miles
  • 2014 – 58,924 miles
  • 2012 – 54,666 miles
  • 2011 – 50,154 miles
  • 2010 – 46,173 miles
  • 2009 – 41,901 miles
  • 2008 – 33,020 miles
  • 2007 – 25,755 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,164 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))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.

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor4 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass113,164 miles (+3,987)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2027
    Odometer
    113,164 miles
    Test number
    429065287173
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass109,177 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2026
    Odometer
    109,177 miles
    Test number
    993197922724
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  3. Fail109,175 miles (+6,386)7 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,175 miles
    Test number
    154275438568
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Seat belt not functioning as intended will not latch (7.1.2 (c))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass102,789 miles (+104)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2025
    Odometer
    102,789 miles
    Test number
    981170495974
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside - in wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFoot brake pedal has limited reserve travel not excessive at time of test
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort low further investigation needed

  5. Fail102,685 miles (+5,707)4 dangerous6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,685 miles
    Test number
    517372994586
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pipe at imminent risk of failure or fracture (1.1.11 (a))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside - in wheel arches (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass96,978 miles (+1)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    96,978 miles
    Test number
    667518254521
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail96,977 miles (+195)1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,977 miles
    Test number
    583432458161
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass96,782 miles (+5,898)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,782 miles
    Test number
    240118679440

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass90,884 miles (+175)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    90,884 miles
    Test number
    746914948952
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Fail90,709 miles (+4,418)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,709 miles
    Test number
    938440725295
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  11. Pass86,291 miles (+847)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    86,291 miles
    Test number
    314210110122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail85,444 miles (+5,147)3 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,444 miles
    Test number
    269990474765
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass80,297 miles (+4,567)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    80,297 miles
    Test number
    470743863143
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass75,730 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    75,730 miles
    Test number
    284533252282
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Fail75,730 miles (+5,217)1 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,730 miles
    Test number
    909516099394
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass70,513 miles (+3,751)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    70,513 miles
    Test number
    983373283107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass66,762 miles (+5,171)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    66,762 miles
    Test number
    753187597930
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  18. Fail61,591 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,591 miles
    Test number
    119250585099
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  19. Pass61,591 miles (+2,667)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    61,591 miles
    Test number
    148950585423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass58,924 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    156113254486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    939325842388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail54,666 miles (+4,512)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,666 miles
    Test number
    755936332384
    • 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 constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass50,154 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,154 miles
    Test number
    307764391451
    • NoteAdvise nearside front driveshaft inner gaiter weeping grease at outer end.
    • NoteAdvise nearside front forward control arm ball joint rubber dust cover split.
    • NoteAdvise oil weep arround offside of engine.
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades starting to smear.

  24. Fail50,154 miles (+3,981)1 dangerous4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,154 miles
    Test number
    368564991212
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdvise nearside front driveshaft inner gaiter weeping grease at outer end.
    • NoteAdvise nearside front forward control arm ball joint rubber dust cover split.
    • NoteAdvise oil weep arround offside of engine.
    • NoteAdvise wiper blades starting to smear.

  25. Pass46,173 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    46,173 miles
    Test number
    220478390254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail46,139 miles (+4,238)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,139 miles
    Test number
    492054490205
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  27. Pass41,901 miles (+8,881)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    41,901 miles
    Test number
    653228189260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,020 miles (+7,265)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    33,020 miles
    Test number
    613652798263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass25,755 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    25,755 miles
    Test number
    841494887254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LK04 XGH

Does LK04 XGH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LK04 XGH is valid until 27 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LK04 XGH?
The MOT on LK04 XGH is valid until 27 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LK04 XGH done?
LK04 XGH was recorded at 113,164 miles at its MOT on 20 May 2026, an average of 4,698 miles a year.
Has LK04 XGH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LK04 XGH has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 7 May 2025.
Has the mileage on LK04 XGH 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 LK04 XGH find?
LK04 XGH passed its latest MOT on 20 May 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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