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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

LS55 VMAMOT history

LS55 VMA is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 18 Aug 2027 and it has passed 17 of 25 MOT tests, with 12,832 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Aug 2026.

LS55 VMA grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 18 Aug 2027
Mileage
12,832 mi
At MOT on 5 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
17 passed · 8 failed
Per year
Not enough data
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 VMA
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 VMA was last recorded at 12,832 miles on 5 Aug 2026, 62 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 31 Jul 2025: 4,995 miles, lower than 80,829 miles on 6 Aug 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
12,770 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
62 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 12,832 miles
  • 2025 – 4,995 miles
  • 2024 – 80,829 miles
  • 2023 – 74,529 miles
  • 2022 – 69,518 miles
  • 2021 – 67,767 miles
  • 2020 – 64,525 miles
  • 2019 – 60,471 miles
  • 2018 – 53,477 miles
  • 2016 – 51,252 miles
  • 2015 – 47,539 miles
  • 2014 – 43,523 miles
  • 2013 – 38,454 miles
  • 2012 – 32,271 miles
  • 2011 – 25,647 miles
  • 2010 – 20,875 miles
  • 2009 – 17,001 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass12,832 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryCoolant leakRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine covers and under trays obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • TPMS light is red indicating a fault

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 2 Dec 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass12,832 miles (+62)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    12,832 miles
    Test number
    807131098164
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail12,770 miles (+7,775)3 major1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,770 miles
    Test number
    522700266499
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass4,995 miles (-75,834)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    4,995 miles
    Test number
    217774807429
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is devoid of tread on inner edge
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leak

  4. Pass80,829 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    80,829 miles
    Test number
    110913289712
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  5. Fail80,829 miles (+6,300)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,829 miles
    Test number
    941797939826
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  6. Pass74,529 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    74,529 miles
    Test number
    886186344415
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is red indicating a fault

  7. Fail74,528 miles (+5,010)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,528 miles
    Test number
    383217862989
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both wearing on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTPMS light is red indicating a fault

  8. Pass69,518 miles (+1,751)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    69,518 miles
    Test number
    627722045566
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass67,767 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    67,767 miles
    Test number
    485771211725
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail67,765 miles (+3,240)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,765 miles
    Test number
    114911471416
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass64,525 miles (+4,054)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,525 miles
    Test number
    867404327056
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass60,471 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    60,471 miles
    Test number
    138140266335
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front door mirror unit slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  13. Fail60,471 miles (+6,994)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,471 miles
    Test number
    282418898978
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 255 / 50 r 19 103 v (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components
    • AdvisoryNearside front door mirror unit slightly loose
    • AdvisoryOffside front door mirror glass deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leaks

  14. Pass53,477 miles (+2,225)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    53,477 miles
    Test number
    535471596603
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays obscuring some components

  15. Pass51,252 miles (+3,713)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    51,252 miles
    Test number
    612629344474
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  16. Pass47,539 miles (+4,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    47,539 miles
    Test number
    795859212457
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under tray fitted

  17. Pass43,523 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    187555334337
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer tread

  18. Fail43,523 miles (+5,069)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    308705234356
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on outer tread
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner tread

  19. Pass38,454 miles (+97)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    38,454 miles
    Test number
    607696633325

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail38,357 miles (+6,086)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,357 miles
    Test number
    215672633386
    • FailureNearside 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 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.C.1b)

  21. Pass32,271 miles (+6,624)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    32,271 miles
    Test number
    509968032321
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  22. Pass25,647 miles (+4,772)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    25,647 miles
    Test number
    246396441382
    • NoteChild seat fitted to nearside and offside rear seats
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner tread

  23. Pass20,875 miles (+3,874)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    20,875 miles
    Test number
    501746520347
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteTwo child seats fitted to rear seats,not allowing full belt inspection.N/S Door mirror slightly insecure.

  24. Pass17,001 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    17,001 miles
    Test number
    642526939321
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake fluid on minimum
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum
    • NoteFront and rear brakes wearing below half way
    • NoteNearside door mirror unit faulty

  25. Fail16,994 miles1 failure5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,994 miles
    Test number
    433266439402
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBrake fluid on minimum
    • NoteEngine oil on minimum
    • NoteFront and rear brakes wearing below half way
    • NoteNearside door mirror unit faulty

Questions about LS55 VMA

Does LS55 VMA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 VMA is valid until 18 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 VMA?
The MOT on LS55 VMA is valid until 18 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 VMA done?
LS55 VMA was recorded at 12,832 miles at its MOT on 5 Aug 2026.
Has LS55 VMA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 VMA has failed 8 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LS55 VMA ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 31 Jul 2025. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LS55 VMA find?
LS55 VMA passed its latest MOT on 5 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 11 advisories: nearside front side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; coolant leak; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 9 more.

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