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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LS03 BVBMOT history

LS03 BVB is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 9 Apr 2003. Its MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 165,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2022.

LS03 BVB black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 22 Dec 2021
Mileage
165,232 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
7,997 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 BVB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
9 Apr 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 22 Dec 2021
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2022 (Fail)

Mileage history

LS03 BVB was last recorded at 165,232 miles on 8 Nov 2022, 23,115 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,117 miles · 16 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
23,115 miles
Average per year
7,997 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 165,232 miles
  • 2020 – 142,117 miles
  • 2019 – 128,672 miles
  • 2018 – 120,199 miles
  • 2017 – 112,354 miles
  • 2016 – 103,323 miles
  • 2015 – 95,896 miles
  • 2013 – 84,273 miles
  • 2012 – 77,097 miles
  • 2011 – 70,891 miles
  • 2010 – 60,961 miles
  • 2009 – 51,446 miles
  • 2008 – 46,475 miles
  • 2007 – 40,860 miles
  • 2006 – 32,044 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail165,232 miles
  • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
  • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure outer door handle (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
  • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rear brackets loose and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 14 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail165,232 miles (+23,115)4 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,232 miles
    Test number
    504298575809
    • DangerousNearside Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door catch insecure outer door handle (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure rear brackets loose and insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))

  2. Pass142,117 miles (+13,445)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    142,117 miles
    Test number
    290596100262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,672 miles
    Test number
    425967143731
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail128,672 miles (+8,473)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,672 miles
    Test number
    863206586080
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass120,199 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    120,199 miles
    Test number
    931751618720
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail120,199 miles (+7,845)6 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,199 miles
    Test number
    386976008692
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass112,354 miles (+9,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    112,354 miles
    Test number
    194067501650
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  8. Pass103,323 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    103,323 miles
    Test number
    403559186111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail103,323 miles2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,323 miles
    Test number
    775393669397
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high both (1.8)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    966064175112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail95,896 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,896 miles
    Test number
    447188465117
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  12. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    537291644195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. FailMileage not read2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    688645834138
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • 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)

  14. Pass84,273 miles (+7,176)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    84,273 miles
    Test number
    227776733415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,097 miles (+6,206)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,097 miles
    Test number
    727257812164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass70,891 miles (+9,930)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    70,891 miles
    Test number
    298863501183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass60,961 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    60,961 miles
    Test number
    931364600121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail60,947 miles (+9,501)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,947 miles
    Test number
    240713000124
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass51,446 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    114052099418
    • 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)

  20. Fail51,446 miles (+4,971)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,446 miles
    Test number
    924732599088
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • 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)

  21. Pass46,475 miles (+5,615)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    46,475 miles
    Test number
    841198088061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,860 miles (+8,816)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    40,860 miles
    Test number
    253364397068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass32,044 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    32,044 miles
    Test number
    711273176018
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS03 BVB

Does LS03 BVB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS03 BVB expired on 22 Dec 2021, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS03 BVB?
The MOT on LS03 BVB expired on 22 Dec 2021. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS03 BVB done?
LS03 BVB was recorded at 165,232 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2022, an average of 7,997 miles a year.
Has LS03 BVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 BVB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on LS03 BVB 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 LS03 BVB find?
LS03 BVB failed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2022 with 4 dangerous defects, 11 major defects and 3 advisories: nearside track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel, and 15 more.

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