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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LR53 GZXMOT history

LR53 GZX is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 205,394 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

LR53 GZX grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
205,394 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
8,036 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR53 GZX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR53 GZX was last recorded at 205,394 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 5,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
199,833 miles · 11 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
5,561 miles
Average per year
8,036 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,394 miles
  • 2025 – 199,833 miles
  • 2024 – 194,035 miles
  • 2023 – 189,639 miles
  • 2022 – 185,321 miles
  • 2021 – 179,685 miles
  • 2020 – 173,466 miles
  • 2019 – 166,821 miles
  • 2018 – 158,925 miles
  • 2017 – 152,374 miles
  • 2016 – 143,836 miles
  • 2015 – 136,452 miles
  • 2014 – 127,796 miles
  • 2013 – 120,676 miles
  • 2012 – 111,732 miles
  • 2011 – 102,907 miles
  • 2010 – 87,496 miles
  • 2009 – 75,192 miles
  • 2007 – 61,104 miles
  • 2006 – 46,385 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,394 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

22 tests since 30 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass205,394 miles (+5,561)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    205,394 miles
    Test number
    508579172811
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass199,833 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    199,833 miles
    Test number
    292313991490
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail199,823 miles (+5,788)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    199,823 miles
    Test number
    740222249015
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass194,035 miles (+4,396)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    194,035 miles
    Test number
    411488870812
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass189,639 miles (+4,318)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    189,639 miles
    Test number
    339198637032
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass185,321 miles (+5,636)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    185,321 miles
    Test number
    203375353476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass179,685 miles (+6,219)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    179,685 miles
    Test number
    818508768368
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both, slightly discoloured. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass173,466 miles (+6,645)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    173,466 miles
    Test number
    952768577976
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass166,821 miles (+7,896)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    166,821 miles
    Test number
    949705486385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass158,925 miles (+6,551)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    158,925 miles
    Test number
    936088946115
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Pass152,374 miles (+8,538)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    152,374 miles
    Test number
    892063237372
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion subframe. (6.1.B.2)

  12. Pass143,836 miles (+7,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    143,836 miles
    Test number
    497747586973
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion Subframe (6.1.A.1)

  13. Pass136,452 miles (+8,656)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    136,452 miles
    Test number
    785934465186
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteVehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  14. Pass127,796 miles (+7,120)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    127,796 miles
    Test number
    395613344147
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass120,676 miles (+8,944)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    120,676 miles
    Test number
    927040873189
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass111,732 miles (+8,825)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    111,732 miles
    Test number
    187948862162
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass102,907 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    102,907 miles
    Test number
    546895061181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail102,907 miles (+15,411)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,907 miles
    Test number
    525505461168
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  19. Pass87,496 miles (+12,304)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    87,496 miles
    Test number
    443563250189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass75,192 miles (+14,088)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    75,192 miles
    Test number
    974955189043
    • NoteFront wiper blades worn
    • NoteRear brake discs worn

  21. Pass61,104 miles (+14,719)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    61,104 miles
    Test number
    863426797217
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteBrake pad warning light on

  22. Pass46,385 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,385 miles
    Test number
    670553576273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR53 GZX

Does LR53 GZX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR53 GZX is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR53 GZX?
The MOT on LR53 GZX is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR53 GZX done?
LR53 GZX was recorded at 205,394 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 8,036 miles a year.
Has LR53 GZX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR53 GZX has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on LR53 GZX 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 LR53 GZX find?
LR53 GZX passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; rear exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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