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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

LM52 LHAMOT history

LM52 LHA is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 9 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 113,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Aug 2026.

LM52 LHA silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Aug 2027
Mileage
113,904 mi
At MOT on 3 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,260 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 LHA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 LHA was last recorded at 113,904 miles on 3 Aug 2026, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 28 May 2026: 113,884 miles, lower than 113,932 miles on 27 May 2025.

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
113,884 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
3,260 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,904 miles
  • 2025 – 113,932 miles
  • 2024 – 111,646 miles
  • 2022 – 110,326 miles
  • 2021 – 103,526 miles
  • 2020 – 102,096 miles
  • 2019 – 92,718 miles
  • 2018 – 84,089 miles
  • 2017 – 77,267 miles
  • 2015 – 66,701 miles
  • 2013 – 60,181 miles
  • 2011 – 56,267 miles
  • 2009 – 54,591 miles
  • 2008 – 50,015 miles
  • 2007 – 49,550 miles
  • 2006 – 47,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,904 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 2 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,904 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    113,904 miles
    Test number
    191183783339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail113,884 miles (-48)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,884 miles
    Test number
    128020960659
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass113,932 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2026
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    305853267197
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail113,932 miles (+2,286)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,932 miles
    Test number
    726631044702
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass111,646 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    111,646 miles
    Test number
    315387655586
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail111,646 miles (+1,320)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,646 miles
    Test number
    568496762432
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass110,326 miles (+6,800)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,326 miles
    Test number
    846718624220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass103,526 miles (+1,430)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    103,526 miles
    Test number
    104628110904
    • 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryEngine bay covers and under body trays
    • AdvisoryHand brake only just passed test advise hand brake operation checked soon

  9. Pass102,096 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    102,096 miles
    Test number
    815451293624
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Small chip in windscreen.

  10. Fail102,096 miles (+9,378)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,096 miles
    Test number
    807013682577
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Small chip in windscreen.
    • AdvisoryNearside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass92,718 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    92,718 miles
    Test number
    619161305343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail92,711 miles (+8,622)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,711 miles
    Test number
    494840946248
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryN/S/R TYRE WEARING ON INNER EDGE

  13. Pass84,089 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2019
    Odometer
    84,089 miles
    Test number
    899085498066
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES WEARING ON INNEWR EDGE

  14. Fail84,089 miles (+6,822)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,089 miles
    Test number
    748427358529
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES WEARING ON INNEWR EDGE

  15. Pass77,267 miles (+10,566)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    77,267 miles
    Test number
    757496678311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass66,701 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    66,701 miles
    Test number
    838096673491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass63,172 miles (+2,991)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    63,172 miles
    Test number
    646590515050
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass60,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    60,181 miles
    Test number
    186514813454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail60,181 miles (+3,914)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,181 miles
    Test number
    897114313085
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass56,267 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,267 miles
    Test number
    358212001020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass54,591 miles (+4,576)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    54,591 miles
    Test number
    241170889457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass50,015 miles (+465)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,015 miles
    Test number
    904246168109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,550 miles (+2,229)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,550 miles
    Test number
    773287467124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass47,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    47,321 miles
    Test number
    690681466095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 LHA

Does LM52 LHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 LHA is valid until 2 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 LHA?
The MOT on LM52 LHA is valid until 2 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 LHA done?
LM52 LHA was recorded at 113,904 miles at its MOT on 3 Aug 2026, an average of 3,260 miles a year.
Has LM52 LHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 LHA has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 LHA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 28 May 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 LHA find?
LM52 LHA passed its latest MOT on 3 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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