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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,619 cc

LS53 YYLMOT history

LS53 YYL is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 18 Nov 2003. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 121,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

LS53 YYL black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
121,326 mi
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,072 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS53 YYL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,619 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Nov 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS53 YYL was last recorded at 121,326 miles on 3 Dec 2025, 23 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,303 miles · 19 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
23 miles
Average per year
5,072 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 121,326 miles
  • 2024 – 116,175 miles
  • 2023 – 111,933 miles
  • 2022 – 106,530 miles
  • 2021 – 102,663 miles
  • 2020 – 98,710 miles
  • 2019 – 95,486 miles
  • 2018 – 89,420 miles
  • 2016 – 83,337 miles
  • 2015 – 75,845 miles
  • 2014 – 66,461 miles
  • 2013 – 64,055 miles
  • 2012 – 60,458 miles
  • 2011 – 56,558 miles
  • 2010 – 52,516 miles
  • 2009 – 46,118 miles
  • 2008 – 40,569 miles
  • 2007 – 32,530 miles
  • 2006 – 24,448 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass121,326 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass121,326 miles (+23)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    121,326 miles
    Test number
    388295302417
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  2. Fail121,303 miles (+5,128)2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,303 miles
    Test number
    650007521877
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

  3. Pass116,175 miles (+4,242)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    116,175 miles
    Test number
    665833540266
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front inner rack joint has slight play
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle leaking

  4. Pass111,933 miles (+5,403)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    111,933 miles
    Test number
    176539000357
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  5. Pass106,530 miles (+3,867)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    106,530 miles
    Test number
    324674571876
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass102,663 miles (+3,953)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    102,663 miles
    Test number
    296754606120
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass98,710 miles (+3,224)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    98,710 miles
    Test number
    219090296198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass95,486 miles (+6,066)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    95,486 miles
    Test number
    983842060086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,420 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    659758037817
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lamps dim
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts in sidewalls not through to cords

  10. Fail89,420 miles (+6,083)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,420 miles
    Test number
    315636609412
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNumber plate lamps dim
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have cuts in sidewalls not through to cords

  11. Pass83,337 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    287239352740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail83,337 miles (+7,492)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,337 miles
    Test number
    334736557847
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  13. Pass75,845 miles (+9,384)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    75,845 miles
    Test number
    703816167838
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  14. Pass66,461 miles (+2,406)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    66,461 miles
    Test number
    797149034376
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are deteriorating
    • NoteNearside wiper blade smearing slightly
    • NoteRear diff leaking slightly

  15. Pass64,055 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    64,055 miles
    Test number
    177668813351
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  16. Fail64,055 miles (+3,597)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,055 miles
    Test number
    247280613371
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Fail60,458 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    955765222308
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass60,458 miles (+3,900)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    60,458 miles
    Test number
    957635222320
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass56,558 miles (+4,042)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    56,558 miles
    Test number
    379019001321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass52,516 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,516 miles
    Test number
    790172010300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass46,118 miles (+5,549)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    46,118 miles
    Test number
    534200929327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,569 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    40,569 miles
    Test number
    174354208363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail40,559 miles (+8,029)2 dangerous3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,559 miles
    Test number
    552503808305
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  24. Pass32,530 miles (+8,082)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    32,530 miles
    Test number
    623688797244
    • NoteNote phone line down

  25. Pass24,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    24,448 miles
    Test number
    693260206305

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS53 YYL

Does LS53 YYL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS53 YYL is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on LS53 YYL?
The MOT on LS53 YYL is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS53 YYL done?
LS53 YYL was recorded at 121,326 miles at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 5,072 miles a year.
Has LS53 YYL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS53 YYL has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on LS53 YYL 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 LS53 YYL find?
LS53 YYL passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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