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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LX55 KYWMOT history

LX55 KYW is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 12 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 137,696 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jun 2026.

LX55 KYW grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
137,696 mi
At MOT on 23 Jun 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,409 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 KYW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
12 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 KYW was last recorded at 137,696 miles on 23 Jun 2026, 3,777 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
133,919 miles · 30 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,777 miles
Average per year
6,409 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,696 miles
  • 2025 – 133,919 miles
  • 2024 – 126,833 miles
  • 2023 – 122,568 miles
  • 2022 – 112,548 miles
  • 2021 – 112,497 miles
  • 2020 – 108,006 miles
  • 2019 – 102,583 miles
  • 2018 – 98,293 miles
  • 2017 – 93,226 miles
  • 2016 – 87,236 miles
  • 2015 – 80,306 miles
  • 2014 – 70,769 miles
  • 2013 – 60,826 miles
  • 2012 – 49,522 miles
  • 2011 – 40,325 miles
  • 2010 – 35,124 miles
  • 2009 – 29,619 miles
  • 2008 – 20,404 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,696 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 4 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,696 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    137,696 miles
    Test number
    893372310464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail137,696 miles (+3,777)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,696 miles
    Test number
    170355421671
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass133,919 miles (+7,086)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2026
    Odometer
    133,919 miles
    Test number
    578719618536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass126,833 miles (+48)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2025
    Odometer
    126,833 miles
    Test number
    624142332698
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  5. Fail126,785 miles (+4,217)3 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,785 miles
    Test number
    927694294888
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))

  6. Pass122,568 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2024
    Odometer
    122,568 miles
    Test number
    911200225408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail122,562 miles (+10,014)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,562 miles
    Test number
    920945073764
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,548 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    594315813331
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  9. Fail112,548 miles (+51)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    471703098674
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail112,497 miles (+4,491)1 dangerous7 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,497 miles
    Test number
    584448962464
    • DangerousBrake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both rear nearside metal to metal (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake disc significantly and obviously worn both rear (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn both front lower rear ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both front (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt both rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  11. Pass108,006 miles (+5,423)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    108,006 miles
    Test number
    372396836883
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass102,583 miles (+4,290)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    102,583 miles
    Test number
    744321478981
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  13. Pass98,293 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2019
    Odometer
    98,293 miles
    Test number
    166567820434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail98,291 miles (+5,065)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,291 miles
    Test number
    324139832214
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort both (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre worn on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass93,226 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2018
    Odometer
    93,226 miles
    Test number
    878501389863
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail93,225 miles (+5,989)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,225 miles
    Test number
    556921454162
    • FailureNearside Outer 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 position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • 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)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp indicates a fault (4.1.D.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass87,236 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    87,236 miles
    Test number
    231680474382

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail87,235 miles (+6,929)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,235 miles
    Test number
    844649852141
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass80,306 miles (+9,537)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    80,306 miles
    Test number
    297637715430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass70,769 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    70,769 miles
    Test number
    399698164139
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  21. Fail70,769 miles (+9,943)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,769 miles
    Test number
    905708264137
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteSlight oil leak

  22. Pass60,826 miles (+11,304)
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    60,826 miles
    Test number
    996768233036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass49,522 miles (+9,197)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    49,522 miles
    Test number
    255243832084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,325 miles (+5,201)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    40,325 miles
    Test number
    488861541074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  25. Pass35,124 miles (+5,505)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    35,124 miles
    Test number
    360949740059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass29,619 miles (+9,215)
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    29,619 miles
    Test number
    961795159091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass20,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    20,404 miles
    Test number
    641004668007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LX55 KYW

Does LX55 KYW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LX55 KYW is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LX55 KYW?
The MOT on LX55 KYW is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LX55 KYW done?
LX55 KYW was recorded at 137,696 miles at its MOT on 23 Jun 2026, an average of 6,409 miles a year.
Has LX55 KYW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 KYW has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on LX55 KYW 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 LX55 KYW find?
LX55 KYW passed its latest MOT on 23 Jun 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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