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BMW X5

Green · Petrol · 2003 · 4,398 cc

LM52 XKZMOT history

LM52 XKZ is a green petrol BMW X5 first used on 24 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 10 May 2027 and it has passed 21 of 29 MOT tests, with 77,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 May 2026.

LM52 XKZ green BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 10 May 2027
Mileage
77,285 mi
At MOT on 11 May 2026
MOT tests
29
21 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,422 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XKZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
24 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 May 2027
Latest MOT test
11 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XKZ was last recorded at 77,285 miles on 11 May 2026, 713 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Apr 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 5 Dec 2019: 62,445 miles, lower than 62,446 miles on 13 Nov 2019.
  • 9 Apr 2024: 75,540 miles, lower than 75,741 miles on 17 Apr 2023.

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
76,572 miles · 25 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
713 miles
Average per year
3,422 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 77,285 miles
  • 2025 – 76,572 miles
  • 2024 – 75,540 miles
  • 2023 – 75,741 miles
  • 2022 – 69,099 miles
  • 2021 – 65,527 miles
  • 2019 – 62,445 miles
  • 2018 – 59,140 miles
  • 2017 – 53,720 miles
  • 2016 – 50,086 miles
  • 2015 – 47,251 miles
  • 2014 – 44,730 miles
  • 2013 – 41,552 miles
  • 2012 – 38,763 miles
  • 2011 – 35,582 miles
  • 2010 – 32,024 miles
  • 2009 – 24,853 miles
  • 2008 – 15,592 miles
  • 2007 – 11,633 miles
  • 2006 – 8,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass77,285 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damagedRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2022

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 Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass77,285 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2027
    Odometer
    77,285 miles
    Test number
    381468432210
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail77,285 miles (+713)2 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,285 miles
    Test number
    941244350446
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass76,572 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    76,572 miles
    Test number
    545008834003
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail76,572 miles (+1,032)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,572 miles
    Test number
    997276957094
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass75,540 miles (-201)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    75,540 miles
    Test number
    838586251989
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass75,741 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    75,741 miles
    Test number
    610240740226
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail75,741 miles (+6,642)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,741 miles
    Test number
    126203294209
    • MajorOffside Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass69,099 miles3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    253167643584
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail69,099 miles (+3,572)2 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,099 miles
    Test number
    284009956106
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass65,527 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    65,527 miles
    Test number
    705377359329
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged

  11. Fail65,527 miles (+3,082)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,527 miles
    Test number
    926749334919
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror glass damaged

  12. Pass62,445 miles (-1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    62,445 miles
    Test number
    191607451963
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail62,446 miles (+3,306)1 dangerous3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,446 miles
    Test number
    839599698284
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass59,140 miles (+5,420)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    59,140 miles
    Test number
    289988186469
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  15. Pass53,720 miles (+3,634)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    53,720 miles
    Test number
    906003578149
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has slight corrosion to the casing (2.7.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass50,086 miles (+753)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    50,086 miles
    Test number
    852595218627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass49,333 miles (+2,082)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    49,333 miles
    Test number
    938995330779
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  18. Pass47,251 miles (+2,521)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    47,251 miles
    Test number
    328310745063
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass44,730 miles (+3,178)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    44,730 miles
    Test number
    227967734049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,552 miles (+2,789)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    41,552 miles
    Test number
    468599833090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass38,763 miles (+3,181)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    38,763 miles
    Test number
    876020032000
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  22. Pass35,582 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    35,582 miles
    Test number
    416960341099
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack

  23. Fail35,381 miles (+3,357)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,381 miles
    Test number
    297150541011
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are starting to crack

  24. Pass32,024 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    32,024 miles
    Test number
    163455820095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail31,986 miles (+7,133)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,986 miles
    Test number
    103517100497
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Air suspension unit totally deflated (2.4.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass24,853 miles (+9,261)
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    24,853 miles
    Test number
    720332649013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass15,592 miles (+3,959)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    15,592 miles
    Test number
    213857718040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass11,633 miles (+3,499)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    11,633 miles
    Test number
    913306627027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass8,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    8,134 miles
    Test number
    694835756003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM52 XKZ

Does LM52 XKZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM52 XKZ is valid until 10 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XKZ?
The MOT on LM52 XKZ is valid until 10 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM52 XKZ done?
LM52 XKZ was recorded at 77,285 miles at its MOT on 11 May 2026, an average of 3,422 miles a year.
Has LM52 XKZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XKZ has failed 8 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LM52 XKZ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 2 times, first on 5 Dec 2019. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM52 XKZ find?
LM52 XKZ passed its latest MOT on 11 May 2026 with 9 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively, and 6 more.

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