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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 TFYMOT history

LS55 TFY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 20 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 7 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 135,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 May 2026.

LS55 TFY black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 7 May 2027
Mileage
135,123 mi
At MOT on 8 May 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,819 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 TFY
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
20 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 7 May 2027
Latest MOT test
8 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 TFY was last recorded at 135,123 miles on 8 May 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
135,122 miles · 6 May 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
6,819 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,123 miles
  • 2025 – 129,557 miles
  • 2024 – 124,695 miles
  • 2023 – 118,508 miles
  • 2022 – 110,816 miles
  • 2021 – 103,755 miles
  • 2020 – 98,439 miles
  • 2019 – 92,113 miles
  • 2018 – 83,035 miles
  • 2016 – 72,351 miles
  • 2015 – 64,106 miles
  • 2014 – 56,387 miles
  • 2013 – 50,282 miles
  • 2012 – 41,862 miles
  • 2011 – 34,241 miles
  • 2010 – 28,321 miles
  • 2009 – 21,217 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,123 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryEML warning light not workingRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Under trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Under trays fitted unable to access all testable items

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

24 tests since 24 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,123 miles (+1)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2027
    Odometer
    135,123 miles
    Test number
    166173065685
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML warning light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  2. Fail135,122 miles (+5,565)4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,122 miles
    Test number
    635463539099
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (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 Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML warning light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass129,557 miles (+4,862)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2026
    Odometer
    129,557 miles
    Test number
    930444992400
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryEngine MIL not working
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers weak

  4. Pass124,695 miles (+6,187)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2025
    Odometer
    124,695 miles
    Test number
    428650818819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  5. Pass118,508 miles (+7,692)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    118,508 miles
    Test number
    833189879891
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  6. Pass110,816 miles (+7,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    110,816 miles
    Test number
    949781257228
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and covers fitted unable to access all testable items

  7. Pass103,755 miles (+336)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    103,755 miles
    Test number
    249000646562
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Fail103,419 miles (+4,980)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,419 miles
    Test number
    409017349964
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect both sides (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass98,439 miles (+6,326)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    98,439 miles
    Test number
    363304187287
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass92,113 miles (+99)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    92,113 miles
    Test number
    942617836745
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Fail92,014 miles (+8,979)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,014 miles
    Test number
    432282681411
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides front ball joint cover (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm bush both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Pass83,035 miles (+11)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2019
    Odometer
    83,035 miles
    Test number
    429860579721
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  13. Fail83,024 miles (+10,673)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,024 miles
    Test number
    235473186137
    • FailureNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted unable to access all testable items

  14. Pass72,351 miles (+8,245)
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    72,351 miles
    Test number
    950677723178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass64,106 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    64,106 miles
    Test number
    142903280384
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail64,106 miles (+7,719)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,106 miles
    Test number
    866517101586
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass56,387 miles (+6,105)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    56,387 miles
    Test number
    829319214364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,282 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    50,282 miles
    Test number
    155429013349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail50,256 miles (+8,394)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    629467913326
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass41,862 miles (+7,621)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    41,862 miles
    Test number
    219427732214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass34,241 miles (+5,920)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    34,241 miles
    Test number
    589486031213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass28,321 miles (+7,104)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    28,321 miles
    Test number
    523126230284

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass21,217 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    21,217 miles
    Test number
    121426139287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail21,217 miles2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,217 miles
    Test number
    264846439297
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LS55 TFY

Does LS55 TFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 TFY is valid until 7 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 TFY?
The MOT on LS55 TFY is valid until 7 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 TFY done?
LS55 TFY was recorded at 135,123 miles at its MOT on 8 May 2026, an average of 6,819 miles a year.
Has LS55 TFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 TFY has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 May 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 TFY 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 TFY find?
LS55 TFY passed its latest MOT on 8 May 2026 with 1 minor defect and 9 advisories: offside rear position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front; eml warning light not working, and 7 more.

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