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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 SZYMOT history

LS55 SZY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 6 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 136,829 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2024.

LS55 SZY black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2025
Mileage
136,829 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,265 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 SZY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
6 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 SZY was last recorded at 136,829 miles on 11 Jan 2024, 13,794 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 Aug 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
123,035 miles · 19 Aug 2021
Between the last two tests
13,794 miles
Average per year
7,265 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 136,829 miles
  • 2021 – 123,035 miles
  • 2020 – 114,276 miles
  • 2019 – 103,597 miles
  • 2018 – 95,089 miles
  • 2017 – 87,469 miles
  • 2016 – 78,554 miles
  • 2015 – 73,743 miles
  • 2014 – 67,109 miles
  • 2013 – 63,484 miles
  • 2012 – 58,070 miles
  • 2010 – 43,105 miles
  • 2009 – 34,827 miles
  • 2008 – 27,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,829 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2018

Full MOT history

23 tests since 3 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    136,829 miles
    Test number
    890689894449
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail136,826 miles1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,826 miles
    Test number
    471470990359
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    803507728943
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. FailMileage not read2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    900248896725
    • MajorEmissions not tested Excessive Smoke (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass123,035 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    123,035 miles
    Test number
    429960301110
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  6. Fail123,033 miles (+8,757)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,033 miles
    Test number
    598692080106
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached on rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt on hub (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
  7. Pass114,276 miles (+10,679)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,276 miles
    Test number
    119180382904
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  8. Pass103,597 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    103,597 miles
    Test number
    629459969634
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Fail103,597 miles (+8,508)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,597 miles
    Test number
    359757095950
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass95,089 miles (+7,620)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    95,089 miles
    Test number
    398830256165
    • 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)
  11. Pass87,469 miles (+8,915)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    87,469 miles
    Test number
    475927847986

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass78,554 miles (+4,811)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    78,554 miles
    Test number
    942673676404

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass73,743 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,743 miles
    Test number
    718258895157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail73,742 miles (+6,633)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,742 miles
    Test number
    957147495182
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  15. Pass67,109 miles (+3,625)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    67,109 miles
    Test number
    159979504265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass63,484 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    63,484 miles
    Test number
    695681813210
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  17. Fail63,484 miles (+5,414)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,484 miles
    Test number
    527600113252
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  18. Pass58,070 miles (+1,810)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    58,070 miles
    Test number
    536759412200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass56,260 miles (+19)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    56,260 miles
    Test number
    278390992058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres different size to rear tyres
  20. Fail56,241 miles (+13,136)1 dangerous4 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,241 miles
    Test number
    308496682095
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres different size to rear tyres
  21. Pass43,105 miles (+8,278)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,105 miles
    Test number
    492841840486
    • 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)
  22. Pass34,827 miles (+7,728)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    34,827 miles
    Test number
    412967539431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass27,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    27,099 miles
    Test number
    243378538331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 SZY

Does LS55 SZY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LS55 SZY expired on 10 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LS55 SZY?
The MOT on LS55 SZY expired on 10 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LS55 SZY done?
LS55 SZY was recorded at 136,829 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2024, an average of 7,265 miles a year.
Has LS55 SZY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 SZY has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LS55 SZY 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 LS55 SZY find?
LS55 SZY passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2024 with 2 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides; rear suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides.

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