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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

LX54 VAHMOT history

LX54 VAH is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 20 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 125,775 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Nov 2024.

LX54 VAH silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 8 Nov 2025
Mileage
125,775 mi
At MOT on 9 Nov 2024
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,589 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX54 VAH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
20 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX54 VAH was last recorded at 125,775 miles on 9 Nov 2024, 5,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,390 miles · 22 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
5,385 miles
Average per year
4,589 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,775 miles
  • 2021 – 120,390 miles
  • 2019 – 115,124 miles
  • 2018 – 111,783 miles
  • 2017 – 107,651 miles
  • 2016 – 102,935 miles
  • 2015 – 98,856 miles
  • 2014 – 95,142 miles
  • 2012 – 89,507 miles
  • 2011 – 85,356 miles
  • 2010 – 76,134 miles
  • 2008 – 61,071 miles
  • 2007 – 47,580 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,775 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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.

  • Manufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

17 tests since 25 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,775 miles (+5,385)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    125,775 miles
    Test number
    199080405172
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  2. Pass120,390 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    120,390 miles
    Test number
    991172743533
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
  3. Fail120,390 miles (+5,266)5 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,390 miles
    Test number
    120537274285
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • 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 Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryManufacturer’s engine and body covers fitted restricting inspection of components
  4. Pass115,124 miles (+3,341)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    115,124 miles
    Test number
    432186299068
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre tread wearing badly on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass111,783 miles (+4,132)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    111,783 miles
    Test number
    472491802148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass107,651 miles (+573)
    MOT expiry
    31 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    107,651 miles
    Test number
    645391260729

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass107,078 miles (+4,143)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    107,078 miles
    Test number
    558737865608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre sidewall deteriorated.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass102,935 miles (+4,079)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    102,935 miles
    Test number
    973446778319
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  9. Pass98,856 miles (+3,714)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    98,856 miles
    Test number
    516033995072
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass95,142 miles (+5,635)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    95,142 miles
    Test number
    767235324016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass89,507 miles (+4,151)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    89,507 miles
    Test number
    378290292143
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass85,356 miles (+9,222)
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,356 miles
    Test number
    609688221158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,134 miles (+15,063)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,134 miles
    Test number
    574378810106
    • NoteNail in o/s/r tyre.
  14. Pass61,071 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,071 miles
    Test number
    461337448400
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  15. Fail61,071 miles (+13,491)4 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,071 miles
    Test number
    513277448357
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  16. Pass47,580 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,580 miles
    Test number
    732673807368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass47,561 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    47,561 miles
    Test number
    310208097479

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX54 VAH

Does LX54 VAH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX54 VAH expired on 8 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX54 VAH?
The MOT on LX54 VAH expired on 8 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX54 VAH done?
LX54 VAH was recorded at 125,775 miles at its MOT on 9 Nov 2024, an average of 4,589 miles a year.
Has LX54 VAH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX54 VAH has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Apr 2021.
Has the mileage on LX54 VAH 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 LX54 VAH find?
LX54 VAH passed its latest MOT on 9 Nov 2024 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule; offside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule.

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