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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LL53 SOAMOT history

LL53 SOA is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,580 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2024.

LL53 SOA silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Feb 2025
Mileage
184,580 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2024
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,391 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LL53 SOA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LL53 SOA was last recorded at 184,580 miles on 14 Feb 2024, 17 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
184,563 miles · 10 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
17 miles
Average per year
8,391 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 184,580 miles
  • 2022 – 170,235 miles
  • 2020 – 155,442 miles
  • 2019 – 145,338 miles
  • 2016 – 123,111 miles
  • 2014 – 117,827 miles
  • 2013 – 108,059 miles
  • 2012 – 97,802 miles
  • 2011 – 88,676 miles
  • 2010 – 78,561 miles
  • 2008 – 60,325 miles
  • 2006 – 39,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,580 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner 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 Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 8 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,580 miles (+17)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    184,580 miles
    Test number
    817395057694
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail184,563 miles (+14,328)1 dangerous5 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,563 miles
    Test number
    416181447110
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn D BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper blade missing (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass170,235 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    170,235 miles
    Test number
    551015018910
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    754822291037
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    490189455230
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  6. Pass155,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    155,442 miles
    Test number
    544959387910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail155,442 miles (+10,104)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,442 miles
    Test number
    926752069303
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass145,338 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    145,338 miles
    Test number
    183512154703
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    700269500779
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)both

  10. Pass123,111 miles (+25)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    123,111 miles
    Test number
    581697662183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail123,086 miles (+5,259)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,086 miles
    Test number
    621992025598
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside 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)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively split. (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)

  12. Pass117,827 miles (+9,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    117,827 miles
    Test number
    725672044234
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass108,059 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    108,059 miles
    Test number
    428483643237
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside & outside edge

  14. Fail108,059 miles (+10,257)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,059 miles
    Test number
    455443743241
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on inside & outside edge

  15. Pass97,802 miles (+9,126)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    97,802 miles
    Test number
    166355612232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass88,676 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    88,676 miles
    Test number
    557668281143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Fail88,676 miles (+10,115)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,676 miles
    Test number
    979218881106
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass78,561 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    78,561 miles
    Test number
    603656190183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail78,561 miles (+18,236)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,561 miles
    Test number
    843966890124
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass60,325 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    60,325 miles
    Test number
    173317848215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail60,325 miles (+20,639)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,325 miles
    Test number
    370917048238
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass39,686 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,686 miles
    Test number
    573202616307

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LL53 SOA

Does LL53 SOA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LL53 SOA expired on 13 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LL53 SOA?
The MOT on LL53 SOA expired on 13 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LL53 SOA done?
LL53 SOA was recorded at 184,580 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2024, an average of 8,391 miles a year.
Has LL53 SOA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LL53 SOA has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on LL53 SOA 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 LL53 SOA find?
LL53 SOA passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 1 more.

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