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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,494 cc

LX02 AELMOT history

LX02 AEL is a blue petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 146,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2025.

LX02 AEL blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
146,359 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,308 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX02 AEL
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX02 AEL was last recorded at 146,359 miles on 13 Sept 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
146,359 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
4,308 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 146,359 miles
  • 2023 – 145,730 miles
  • 2022 – 138,195 miles
  • 2021 – 132,820 miles
  • 2020 – 125,420 miles
  • 2019 – 121,476 miles
  • 2018 – 118,513 miles
  • 2017 – 115,739 miles
  • 2016 – 104,419 miles
  • 2015 – 98,985 miles
  • 2014 – 94,632 miles
  • 2013 – 90,738 miles
  • 2012 – 87,390 miles
  • 2011 – 83,355 miles
  • 2010 – 78,982 miles
  • 2009 – 74,129 miles
  • 2008 – 69,880 miles
  • 2007 – 65,598 miles
  • 2006 – 62,341 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass146,359 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass146,359 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    146,359 miles
    Test number
    705108977020
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail146,359 miles (+629)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,359 miles
    Test number
    518720125469
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass145,730 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    145,730 miles
    Test number
    387168231210
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail145,730 miles (+7,535)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,730 miles
    Test number
    152000383145
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass138,195 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    138,195 miles
    Test number
    377617355462
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail138,195 miles (+5,375)1 repaired1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,195 miles
    Test number
    372147460194
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass132,820 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    132,820 miles
    Test number
    615076803893
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail132,820 miles (+7,400)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,820 miles
    Test number
    526523313455
    • MajorElectronic braking system warning device indicates a fault (1.7 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass125,420 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    178844292364
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail125,420 miles (+110)1 repaired3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,420 miles
    Test number
    679739714009
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Fail125,310 miles (+3,834)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,310 miles
    Test number
    588816216177
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both rear (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass121,476 miles (+2,963)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    121,476 miles
    Test number
    492204908990
    • 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))

  13. Pass118,513 miles (+2,774)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    118,513 miles
    Test number
    403672249089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass115,739 miles (+11,320)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2018
    Odometer
    115,739 miles
    Test number
    652840002362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,419 miles (+5,434)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2017
    Odometer
    104,419 miles
    Test number
    628749976369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass98,985 miles (+4,353)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    98,985 miles
    Test number
    256614535472

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,632 miles (+3,894)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    94,632 miles
    Test number
    188221774499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass90,738 miles (+3,348)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,738 miles
    Test number
    306828553026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass87,390 miles (+4,035)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    87,390 miles
    Test number
    236594272057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass83,355 miles (+4,373)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    83,355 miles
    Test number
    387083771013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass78,982 miles (+4,853)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    78,982 miles
    Test number
    592755970007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass74,129 miles (+4,249)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    74,129 miles
    Test number
    314237679097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass69,880 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    69,880 miles
    Test number
    692552088047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail69,826 miles (+4,228)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,826 miles
    Test number
    181427778454
    • FailureNearside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

  25. Pass65,598 miles (+3,257)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    65,598 miles
    Test number
    501740387041
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  26. Pass62,341 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    62,341 miles
    Test number
    434932376003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX02 AEL

Does LX02 AEL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX02 AEL expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX02 AEL?
The MOT on LX02 AEL expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX02 AEL done?
LX02 AEL was recorded at 146,359 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2025, an average of 4,308 miles a year.
Has LX02 AEL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX02 AEL has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on LX02 AEL 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 LX02 AEL find?
LX02 AEL passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive engine.

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