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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LS55 ZKMMOT history

LS55 ZKM is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 9 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 5 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 232,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Feb 2026.

LS55 ZKM black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Feb 2027
Mileage
232,734 mi
At MOT on 3 Feb 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
11,168 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS55 ZKM
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
9 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS55 ZKM was last recorded at 232,734 miles on 3 Feb 2026, 4,919 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
227,815 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,919 miles
Average per year
11,168 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 232,734 miles
  • 2025 – 227,815 miles
  • 2024 – 220,908 miles
  • 2023 – 212,340 miles
  • 2021 – 202,701 miles
  • 2020 – 195,195 miles
  • 2019 – 182,501 miles
  • 2018 – 177,607 miles
  • 2017 – 171,456 miles
  • 2015 – 164,613 miles
  • 2014 – 147,564 miles
  • 2013 – 119,863 miles
  • 2012 – 102,597 miles
  • 2011 – 82,571 miles
  • 2010 – 67,114 miles
  • 2009 – 51,989 miles
  • 2008 – 32,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass232,734 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))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.

  • 4x4 warning on dash

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • All suspension bushes squeak when bounced

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 13 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass232,734 miles (+4,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    232,734 miles
    Test number
    916255505068
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
  2. Pass227,815 miles (+35)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    227,815 miles
    Test number
    161529152538
    • Advisory4x4 warning on dash
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes squeak when bounced
  3. Fail227,780 miles (+6,872)2 dangerous6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    227,780 miles
    Test number
    146227459480
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorDirection indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp both fronts with side lights (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • Advisory4x4 warning on dash
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryAll suspension bushes squeak when bounced
  4. Pass220,908 miles (+8,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    220,908 miles
    Test number
    807475105618
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords inner side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance low
  5. Pass212,340 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    212,340 miles
    Test number
    999102045067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail212,336 miles (+9,635)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    212,336 miles
    Test number
    937031422672
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake inoperative on one side both (1.4.1 (a))
  7. Pass202,701 miles (+7,506)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    202,701 miles
    Test number
    180807800402
    • AdvisoryRear tyres starting to wear out of shape
  8. Pass195,195 miles (+12,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    195,195 miles
    Test number
    850744561994
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  9. Pass182,501 miles (+4,894)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    182,501 miles
    Test number
    166327016325
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  10. Pass177,607 miles (+6,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    177,607 miles
    Test number
    633814845884
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. Pass171,456 miles (+6,843)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    171,456 miles
    Test number
    871371200025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass164,613 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    164,613 miles
    Test number
    237693585103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail164,613 miles (+17,049)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,613 miles
    Test number
    556422185176
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  14. Pass147,564 miles (+27,701)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    147,564 miles
    Test number
    219505984418

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass119,863 miles (+17,266)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    119,863 miles
    Test number
    379519333072
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass102,597 miles (+663)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    102,597 miles
    Test number
    257508962028
    • NoteEmission trigger point not met
    • NoteOffside front tyres worn low
    • NoteRoad test carried out for brakes
    • NoteSlight play in offside front lower ball joint
    • NoteTrims fitted to outersills
  17. Fail101,934 miles (+19,363)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,934 miles
    Test number
    666253152057
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  18. Pass82,571 miles (+15,457)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    82,571 miles
    Test number
    666253651064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass67,114 miles (+15,125)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    67,114 miles
    Test number
    374610450059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass51,989 miles (+19,094)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    51,989 miles
    Test number
    280542779080
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteWipers are starting to smear
  21. Pass32,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,895 miles
    Test number
    684073478056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS55 ZKM

Does LS55 ZKM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS55 ZKM is valid until 5 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS55 ZKM?
The MOT on LS55 ZKM is valid until 5 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS55 ZKM done?
LS55 ZKM was recorded at 232,734 miles at its MOT on 3 Feb 2026, an average of 11,168 miles a year.
Has LS55 ZKM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS55 ZKM has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on LS55 ZKM 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 ZKM find?
LS55 ZKM passed its latest MOT on 3 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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