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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

LS09 ELUMOT history

LS09 ELU is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 11 Apr 2009. Its MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 148,618 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jul 2025.

LS09 ELU blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 15 Jul 2026
Mileage
148,618 mi
At MOT on 10 Jul 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS09 ELU
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
11 Apr 2009
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS09 ELU was last recorded at 148,618 miles on 10 Jul 2025, 4,050 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Jul 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
144,568 miles · 16 Jul 2024
Between the last two tests
4,050 miles
Average per year
9,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 148,618 miles
  • 2024 – 144,568 miles
  • 2022 – 137,533 miles
  • 2021 – 127,232 miles
  • 2020 – 119,614 miles
  • 2019 – 105,225 miles
  • 2018 – 94,684 miles
  • 2017 – 83,049 miles
  • 2016 – 70,040 miles
  • 2015 – 56,929 miles
  • 2014 – 43,697 miles
  • 2013 – 34,655 miles
  • 2012 – 26,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,618 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine covers and under-trays are fitted which obscures some components

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Inner side light not working

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

24 tests since 11 Apr 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,618 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    148,618 miles
    Test number
    548239708011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass144,568 miles (+7,035)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    144,568 miles
    Test number
    180657066184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass137,533 miles (+10,301)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    137,533 miles
    Test number
    565878296185
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass127,232 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    127,232 miles
    Test number
    601245761831
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down at time of test not allowing inspection of seat belts

  5. Fail127,228 miles (+7,614)1 dangerous1 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,228 miles
    Test number
    125777768130
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad waring light illuminated
    • AdvisoryRear seats folded down at time of test not allowing inspection of seat belts

  6. Pass119,614 miles (+161)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    119,614 miles
    Test number
    168487784346
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

  7. Fail119,453 miles (+14,228)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,453 miles
    Test number
    398568474460
    • MajorNearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged glass cracked (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner side light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre wearing inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre wearing inner edge

  8. Pass105,225 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,225 miles
    Test number
    943928545768
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which obscures some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Fail105,211 miles (+10,527)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,211 miles
    Test number
    754616353073
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryEmissions too clean to test
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which obscures some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre

  10. Pass94,684 miles (+20)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2019
    Odometer
    94,684 miles
    Test number
    656855486098
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are bald on outer edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which obscures some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre is bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is bald on outer edge

  11. Fail94,664 miles (+11,615)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,664 miles
    Test number
    255910195401
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres are bald on outer edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays are fitted which obscures some components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre is bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre is bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre is bald on outer edge

  12. Pass83,049 miles (+179)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2018
    Odometer
    83,049 miles
    Test number
    127317723605

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail82,870 miles (+12,830)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,870 miles
    Test number
    315507676729
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  14. Pass70,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    70,040 miles
    Test number
    567193367120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail70,040 miles (+13,111)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,040 miles
    Test number
    953297055168
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass56,929 miles (+13,232)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    56,929 miles
    Test number
    226726625107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass43,697 miles (+53)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    43,697 miles
    Test number
    439441314267
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass43,644 miles (+8,989)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    43,644 miles
    Test number
    638194374142
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass34,655 miles (+130)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    34,655 miles
    Test number
    785207153101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNo reading for emission

  20. Fail34,525 miles (+8,379)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,525 miles
    Test number
    267692253455
    • FailureSteering lock fails to engage (2.1.4b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNo reading for emission

  21. Pass26,146 miles (+71)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,146 miles
    Test number
    926748572196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,075 miles (+300)
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2013
    Odometer
    26,075 miles
    Test number
    995023022138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,775 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    25,775 miles
    Test number
    656282502123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail25,774 miles1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,774 miles
    Test number
    496782502168
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Questions about LS09 ELU

Does LS09 ELU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS09 ELU expired on 15 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS09 ELU?
The MOT on LS09 ELU expired on 15 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS09 ELU done?
LS09 ELU was recorded at 148,618 miles at its MOT on 10 Jul 2025, an average of 9,274 miles a year.
Has LS09 ELU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS09 ELU has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2021.
Has the mileage on LS09 ELU 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 LS09 ELU find?
LS09 ELU passed its latest MOT on 10 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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