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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2002 · 4,398 cc

LS52 FEXMOT history

LS52 FEX is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Oct 2002. Its MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 117,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2024.

LS52 FEX silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Jan 2025
Mileage
117,123 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS52 FEX
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
30 Oct 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS52 FEX was last recorded at 117,123 miles on 12 Jan 2024, 4,257 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,866 miles · 22 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
4,257 miles
Average per year
5,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 117,123 miles
  • 2022 – 112,866 miles
  • 2019 – 93,151 miles
  • 2018 – 83,142 miles
  • 2017 – 73,899 miles
  • 2016 – 69,665 miles
  • 2015 – 63,185 miles
  • 2014 – 58,570 miles
  • 2013 – 54,238 miles
  • 2012 – 48,408 miles
  • 2011 – 43,440 miles
  • 2010 – 38,265 miles
  • 2008 – 28,047 miles
  • 2007 – 19,211 miles
  • 2005 – 14,004 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,123 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material t o rear (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 worn on inner edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2022

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

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 4 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,123 miles (+4,257)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    117,123 miles
    Test number
    386738677988
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material t o rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,866 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    112,866 miles
    Test number
    746702829773
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. FailMileage not read6 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    968540518242
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Upper Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear both exhaus clamps dont secure backboxes properly, loose fixings.

  4. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    246378937649
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. FailMileage not read1 major2 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    413316735247
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    544435040274
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  7. FailMileage not read8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    907088696289
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  8. Pass93,151 miles (+10,009)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    93,151 miles
    Test number
    698223516888
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  9. Pass83,142 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    83,142 miles
    Test number
    549499008426
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  10. Fail83,142 miles (+9,243)2 repaired2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,142 miles
    Test number
    310137164851
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Lower Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  11. Pass73,899 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,899 miles
    Test number
    984042348411
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view

  12. Fail73,899 miles (+4,234)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,899 miles
    Test number
    695660644352
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • FailurePower steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted obscuring view
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring view

  13. Pass69,665 miles (+6,480)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,665 miles
    Test number
    169998711902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,185 miles (+4,615)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    63,185 miles
    Test number
    953509719327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front drive shaft coupling flexible rubber or fabric coupling unit slightly cracked (2.5.C.1d)

  15. Pass58,570 miles (+4,332)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    58,570 miles
    Test number
    238410094281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail54,238 miles3 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,238 miles
    Test number
    349084403399
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass54,238 miles (+5,830)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    54,238 miles
    Test number
    616914403387
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass48,408 miles (+4,968)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    48,408 miles
    Test number
    337482992401
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass43,440 miles (+5,175)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    43,440 miles
    Test number
    197949491247
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  20. Pass38,265 miles (+10,218)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    38,265 miles
    Test number
    442501990215
    • AdvisoryFront suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass28,047 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    28,047 miles
    Test number
    454758608326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail28,047 miles (+8,836)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,047 miles
    Test number
    794578408301
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • 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)
    • NoteCoolant leak from top hose.
    • NoteCould not fully inspect o/s/r and n/s/r seat belts and buckles as child seats fitted.

  23. Pass19,211 miles (+5,207)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    19,211 miles
    Test number
    484020917050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass14,004 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    14,004 miles
    Test number
    794408105341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS52 FEX

Does LS52 FEX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS52 FEX expired on 11 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS52 FEX?
The MOT on LS52 FEX expired on 11 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS52 FEX done?
LS52 FEX was recorded at 117,123 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2024, an average of 5,670 miles a year.
Has LS52 FEX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS52 FEX has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Dec 2022.
Has the mileage on LS52 FEX 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 LS52 FEX find?
LS52 FEX passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2024 with 8 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material flexi; nearside rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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