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BMW X5

Green · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LM54 VDDMOT history

LM54 VDD is a green diesel BMW X5 first used on 26 Jan 2005. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 129,004 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Dec 2025.

LM54 VDD green BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
129,004 mi
At MOT on 15 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM54 VDD
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
26 Jan 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM54 VDD was last recorded at 129,004 miles on 15 Dec 2025, 3,942 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 14 May 2013: 72,043 miles, lower than 72,785 miles on 29 Apr 2013.

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
125,062 miles · 18 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,942 miles
Average per year
5,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 129,004 miles
  • 2024 – 125,062 miles
  • 2023 – 121,314 miles
  • 2022 – 118,219 miles
  • 2021 – 114,252 miles
  • 2020 – 111,599 miles
  • 2019 – 107,033 miles
  • 2018 – 104,248 miles
  • 2017 – 101,034 miles
  • 2016 – 97,258 miles
  • 2015 – 90,052 miles
  • 2014 – 82,219 miles
  • 2013 – 72,043 miles
  • 2012 – 60,246 miles
  • 2011 – 54,445 miles
  • 2010 – 47,195 miles
  • 2009 – 40,650 miles
  • 2008 – 33,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,004 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

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.

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

21 tests since 10 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,004 miles (+3,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    129,004 miles
    Test number
    596441081891
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
  2. Pass125,062 miles (+3,748)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    125,062 miles
    Test number
    843521203088
    • MinorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) lens defective which has no effect on emitted light lens cracked taped (4.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing offside and nearside front and rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  3. Pass121,314 miles (+3,095)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    121,314 miles
    Test number
    652611597396
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass118,219 miles (+3,967)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    118,219 miles
    Test number
    980705421039
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  5. Pass114,252 miles (+2,653)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    114,252 miles
    Test number
    895309269621
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  6. Pass111,599 miles (+4,566)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    111,599 miles
    Test number
    811644461119
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted
  7. Pass107,033 miles (+2,785)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    107,033 miles
    Test number
    698001438641

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass104,248 miles (+3,214)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2019
    Odometer
    104,248 miles
    Test number
    202091209687

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,034 miles (+3,776)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2018
    Odometer
    101,034 miles
    Test number
    419407200058
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass97,258 miles (+7,206)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2017
    Odometer
    97,258 miles
    Test number
    273253869337

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,052 miles (+1,616)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2016
    Odometer
    90,052 miles
    Test number
    518619135166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail88,436 miles (+6,217)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,436 miles
    Test number
    946107455003
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
  13. Pass82,219 miles (+10,176)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2015
    Odometer
    82,219 miles
    Test number
    535977034113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
  14. Pass72,043 miles (-742)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    72,043 miles
    Test number
    267264933479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail72,785 miles (+12,539)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,785 miles
    Test number
    409999913199
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a tie bar joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass60,246 miles6 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    60,246 miles
    Test number
    715404202186
    • NoteAdvise cut in n/s/f tyre outer wall not to plies
    • NoteAdvise cut in o/s/f tyre outer wall not to plies
    • NoteAdvise nail in o/s/f tyre tread
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r lower side light dim
    • NoteAdvise rear tyre treads getting low
    • NoteAdvise slight play in o/s steering arm inner joint
  17. Fail60,246 miles (+5,801)2 failures1 advisory6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,246 miles
    Test number
    517903602128
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (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)
    • NoteAdvise cut in n/s/f tyre outer wall not to plies
    • NoteAdvise cut in o/s/f tyre outer wall not to plies
    • NoteAdvise nail in o/s/f tyre tread
    • NoteAdvise o/s/r lower side light dim
    • NoteAdvise rear tyre treads getting low
    • NoteAdvise slight play in o/s steering arm inner joint
  18. Pass54,445 miles (+7,250)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    54,445 miles
    Test number
    928271201121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass47,195 miles (+6,545)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,195 miles
    Test number
    664823900167

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass40,650 miles (+6,812)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    40,650 miles
    Test number
    703995209178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass33,838 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,838 miles
    Test number
    884881308198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LM54 VDD

Does LM54 VDD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LM54 VDD is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LM54 VDD?
The MOT on LM54 VDD is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LM54 VDD done?
LM54 VDD was recorded at 129,004 miles at its MOT on 15 Dec 2025, an average of 5,382 miles a year.
Has LM54 VDD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM54 VDD has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Feb 2015.
Has the mileage on LM54 VDD ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 14 May 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LM54 VDD find?
LM54 VDD passed its latest MOT on 15 Dec 2025 with 2 advisories: front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement offside and nearside; power steering component has slight seepage from a component.

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