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Black · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LR55 FVCMOT history

LR55 FVC is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 10 Oct 2005. Its MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 152,106 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

LR55 FVC black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 26 Mar 2025
Mileage
152,106 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
8,372 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR55 FVC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
10 Oct 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 26 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR55 FVC was last recorded at 152,106 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 20 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,086 miles · 26 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
20 miles
Average per year
8,372 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 152,106 miles
  • 2023 – 143,590 miles
  • 2022 – 138,462 miles
  • 2021 – 131,884 miles
  • 2020 – 126,342 miles
  • 2019 – 118,772 miles
  • 2018 – 110,977 miles
  • 2017 – 106,869 miles
  • 2015 – 98,487 miles
  • 2014 – 92,571 miles
  • 2013 – 85,227 miles
  • 2012 – 76,267 miles
  • 2011 – 68,190 miles
  • 2010 – 55,661 miles
  • 2009 – 43,600 miles
  • 2008 – 22,332 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,106 miles
  • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyreRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp taped.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Parking brake is low

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Both front tyres getting low on tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower front (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 25 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass152,106 miles (+20)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    152,106 miles
    Test number
    256760529941
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp taped.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose.

  2. Fail152,086 miles (+8,496)3 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,086 miles
    Test number
    981327491455
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorOffside Rear Other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear lamp taped.
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust shield loose.

  3. Pass143,590 miles (+5,128)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    143,590 miles
    Test number
    417568683662
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass138,462 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    758206817552
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Fail138,462 miles (+6,578)2 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,462 miles
    Test number
    779751741437
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass131,884 miles (+5,542)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    131,884 miles
    Test number
    426285923245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass126,342 miles (+7,570)
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    126,342 miles
    Test number
    378858252004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass118,772 miles (+29)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    118,772 miles
    Test number
    921498989469
    • AdvisoryParking brake is low

  9. Fail118,743 miles (+7,766)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,743 miles
    Test number
    137447505787
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake is low

  10. Pass110,977 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    110,977 miles
    Test number
    614685196088
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low on tread
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower front (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail110,976 miles (+4,107)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,976 miles
    Test number
    680232255562
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres getting low on tread
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Both rear lower front (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass106,869 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    106,869 miles
    Test number
    252137771494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail106,869 miles (+8,382)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,869 miles
    Test number
    131696467339
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass98,487 miles (+5,916)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    98,487 miles
    Test number
    132839127912

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass92,571 miles (+7,344)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    92,571 miles
    Test number
    629708004370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail85,227 miles2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    245945873221
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteFront tyres bold on edges
    • NoteN/s rear tyre bold on inner edge
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  17. Pass85,227 miles (+8,960)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    85,227 miles
    Test number
    347105573467
    • NoteFront tyres bold on edges
    • NoteN/s rear tyre bold on inner edge
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  18. Pass76,267 miles (+8,077)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    76,267 miles
    Test number
    897845472279
    • NotePower steering pipe damp

  19. Pass68,190 miles (+12,529)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    68,190 miles
    Test number
    289817481200
    • NoteBOTH FRONT TYRES WORN ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES ACCEPTABLE AT TIME OF MOT TEST
    • NoteNSR SEAT BELT NOT FULLY CHECKED AS BABY SEAT FITTED AT TIME OF MOT TEST
    • NoteNSR TOP SIDELIGHT SLIGHTLY DIM ACCEPTABLE AT TIME OF MOT TEST

  20. Pass55,661 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    55,661 miles
    Test number
    752028070218
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Fail55,660 miles (+12,060)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,660 miles
    Test number
    813898170292
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass43,600 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    43,600 miles
    Test number
    743176389248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Fail43,600 miles (+21,268)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,600 miles
    Test number
    964072289267
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  24. Pass22,332 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    22,332 miles
    Test number
    644379268261
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  25. Fail22,332 miles1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,332 miles
    Test number
    524609168287
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about LR55 FVC

Does LR55 FVC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LR55 FVC expired on 26 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LR55 FVC?
The MOT on LR55 FVC expired on 26 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LR55 FVC done?
LR55 FVC was recorded at 152,106 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 8,372 miles a year.
Has LR55 FVC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR55 FVC has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on LR55 FVC 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 LR55 FVC find?
LR55 FVC passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 2 minor defects and 7 advisories: brake fluid warning lamp illuminated; offside rear other passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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