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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

LX53 TFYMOT history

LX53 TFY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 10 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 14 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 221,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

LX53 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 14 Aug 2027
Mileage
221,054 mi
At MOT on 9 Aug 2021
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX53 TFY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX53 TFY was last recorded at 221,054 miles on 9 Aug 2021, 18,331 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,723 miles · 24 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
18,331 miles
Average per year
11,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 221,054 miles
  • 2019 – 202,723 miles
  • 2018 – 197,390 miles
  • 2017 – 186,626 miles
  • 2016 – 181,815 miles
  • 2015 – 172,501 miles
  • 2014 – 159,228 miles
  • 2013 – 141,826 miles
  • 2012 – 125,885 miles
  • 2011 – 113,460 miles
  • 2010 – 103,554 miles
  • 2009 – 91,583 miles
  • 2008 – 74,714 miles
  • 2007 – 58,633 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryFront Mirror Glass slightly deteriorated (Both Front Wing Mirrors)

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Headlight patterns poor

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2015

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

29 tests since 3 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    190636459214
    • AdvisoryFront Mirror Glass slightly deteriorated (Both Front Wing Mirrors)
  2. PassMileage not read1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    760613632497
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly damaged both mirrors deteriorated (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    533035150748
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  4. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    347312531966
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. FailMileage not read2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    364097317015
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass221,054 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    221,054 miles
    Test number
    756872091195
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  7. FailMileage not read1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    985190858517
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  8. PassMileage not read4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    274961051603
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth inner (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  9. Pass202,723 miles (+3)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    202,723 miles
    Test number
    426874887620
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  10. Fail202,720 miles (+5,330)2 major1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,720 miles
    Test number
    816465009180
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake warning lamp on
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LEGAL LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge bald (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  11. Pass197,390 miles (+104)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    197,390 miles
    Test number
    860144560017
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre rubbing on artch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Fail197,286 miles (+10,660)7 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    197,286 miles
    Test number
    450933045818
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended Seat belt has a knob (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated CV boot leaking grease (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre rubbing on artch
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass186,626 miles (+123)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    186,626 miles
    Test number
    976308825738
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHand brake performance just in limit 16%
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
  14. Fail186,503 miles (+4,688)1 dangerous2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    186,503 miles
    Test number
    786100521617
    • DangerousNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint rear arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryHand brake performance just in limit 16%
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
  15. Pass181,815 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    181,815 miles
    Test number
    122759756361
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance poor
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
  16. Fail181,795 miles (+9,294)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,795 miles
    Test number
    883124296425
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit advise replacement (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance poor
    • AdvisoryHeadlight patterns poor
  17. Pass172,501 miles (+13,273)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    172,501 miles
    Test number
    666415338512
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  18. Pass159,228 miles (+17,402)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    159,228 miles
    Test number
    327260874214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  19. Pass141,826 miles (+15,941)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    141,826 miles
    Test number
    489105243248
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteScreen chipped
  20. Pass125,885 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    125,885 miles
    Test number
    895537602294
    • NoteOil leaks from rear axle
    • NoteParking brake just meets requirements
    • NoteSteering rack inner joints worn
  21. Fail125,885 miles (+12,425)2 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,885 miles
    Test number
    507257602206
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteOil leaks from rear axle
    • NoteParking brake just meets requirements
    • NoteSteering rack inner joints worn
  22. Pass113,460 miles (+9,906)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    113,460 miles
    Test number
    147219141235
    • NoteRear Tyres unevenly worn on inner edge
  23. Pass103,554 miles (+11,971)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    103,554 miles
    Test number
    393631250439
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn bold on edge
    • NoteLower front supension arm bushes to front chassis perishing
  24. Pass91,583 miles (+188)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    91,583 miles
    Test number
    264692139280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail91,395 miles (+16,681)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,395 miles
    Test number
    452036629227
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  26. Pass74,714 miles (+16,081)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    74,714 miles
    Test number
    961969228262
    • NoteBoth front cv boots slightly perished.
  27. Pass58,633 miles (+8,829)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    58,633 miles
    Test number
    603727657221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass49,804 miles (+113)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    49,804 miles
    Test number
    462014667099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail49,691 miles4 dangerous1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,691 miles
    Test number
    423922267036
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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
    • NoteOFFSIDE HANDBRAKE EFFORT LOW

Questions about LX53 TFY

Does LX53 TFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX53 TFY is valid until 14 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX53 TFY?
The MOT on LX53 TFY is valid until 14 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX53 TFY done?
LX53 TFY was recorded at 221,054 miles at its MOT on 9 Aug 2021, an average of 11,870 miles a year.
Has LX53 TFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX53 TFY has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Aug 2022.
Has the mileage on LX53 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 LX53 TFY find?
LX53 TFY passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: front mirror glass slightly deteriorated (both front wing mirrors).

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