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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LR04 BDZMOT history

LR04 BDZ is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 5 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 33 MOT tests, with 158,325 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

LR04 BDZ black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
158,325 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
33
20 passed · 13 failed
Per year
5,999 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR04 BDZ
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
5 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR04 BDZ was last recorded at 158,325 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 4,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,666 miles · 23 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
4,659 miles
Average per year
5,999 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 158,325 miles
  • 2025 – 153,666 miles
  • 2024 – 144,939 miles
  • 2023 – 136,440 miles
  • 2022 – 130,106 miles
  • 2021 – 123,869 miles
  • 2020 – 123,143 miles
  • 2019 – 117,654 miles
  • 2018 – 114,014 miles
  • 2017 – 109,334 miles
  • 2016 – 99,763 miles
  • 2015 – 99,751 miles
  • 2014 – 96,237 miles
  • 2013 – 89,440 miles
  • 2011 – 80,839 miles
  • 2010 – 72,139 miles
  • 2009 – 63,061 miles
  • 2008 – 54,706 miles
  • 2007 – 49,563 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass158,325 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip.

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside front outer constant velocity boot leaking. small end insecure

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

33 tests since 2 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass158,325 miles (+4,659)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    158,325 miles
    Test number
    143240623498
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,666 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    153,666 miles
    Test number
    953155474160
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail153,666 miles (+8,727)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,666 miles
    Test number
    553827377445
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass144,939 miles (+21)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    144,939 miles
    Test number
    122625201379
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

  5. Fail144,918 miles (+8,478)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,918 miles
    Test number
    453344472011
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip. (3.2 (a) (i))

  6. Pass136,440 miles (+6,334)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    136,440 miles
    Test number
    337731679895
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Window damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass130,106 miles3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    130,106 miles
    Test number
    545829726859
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose Wing mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both head lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Fail130,105 miles (+6,236)1 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,105 miles
    Test number
    125289316724
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both head lamps (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,869 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    491418971677
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail123,869 miles (+726)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,869 miles
    Test number
    527089455362
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass123,143 miles (+5,489)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    123,143 miles
    Test number
    306714292372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,654 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    117,654 miles
    Test number
    843420419614
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer constant velocity boot leaking. small end insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low. 18%. decel test

  13. Fail117,647 miles (+3,633)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,647 miles
    Test number
    441374382147
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced both lamps (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside front outer constant velocity boot leaking. small end insecure
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low. 18%. decel test

  14. Pass114,014 miles (+30)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    114,014 miles
    Test number
    227461032931
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  15. Fail113,984 miles (+4,650)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,984 miles
    Test number
    919833333835
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction inoperative (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid discoloured

  16. Pass109,334 miles (+126)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    109,334 miles
    Test number
    474028353411
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components

  17. Fail109,208 miles (+9,445)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,208 miles
    Test number
    189034926798
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside 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)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed outer part of tread damaged (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt x2
    • AdvisoryCovers in engine bay and under trays fitted obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge. no cords exposed

  18. Pass99,763 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    99,763 miles
    Test number
    749434452246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail99,763 miles (+12)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,763 miles
    Test number
    965416468690
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass99,751 miles (+3,514)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    99,751 miles
    Test number
    257037105114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass96,237 miles (+6,797)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    96,237 miles
    Test number
    665917094067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass89,440 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    89,440 miles
    Test number
    938763993003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail89,440 miles (+8,601)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,440 miles
    Test number
    627259873061
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged 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)
    • FailureOffside Front 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 Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  24. Pass80,839 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    80,839 miles
    Test number
    366195211361
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  25. Fail80,839 miles (+8,700)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,839 miles
    Test number
    798794311326
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass72,139 miles (+88)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    72,139 miles
    Test number
    113344110301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail72,051 miles (+8,990)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,051 miles
    Test number
    272877600317
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass63,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    710885999239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail63,061 miles (+8,355)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,061 miles
    Test number
    974893999223
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  30. Pass54,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    54,706 miles
    Test number
    691031518365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Fail54,706 miles (+5,143)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,706 miles
    Test number
    733660818370
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  32. Pass49,563 miles (+7,568)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    49,563 miles
    Test number
    991810097224
    • NoteSlight damage n/s/f tyre wall

  33. Pass41,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,995 miles
    Test number
    844041067026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR04 BDZ

Does LR04 BDZ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR04 BDZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR04 BDZ?
The MOT on LR04 BDZ is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR04 BDZ done?
LR04 BDZ was recorded at 158,325 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 5,999 miles a year.
Has LR04 BDZ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR04 BDZ has failed 13 of its 33 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on LR04 BDZ 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 LR04 BDZ find?
LR04 BDZ passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip..

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