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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

LX55 VPVMOT history

LX55 VPV is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 117,876 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2025.

LX55 VPV black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2026
Mileage
117,876 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,866 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LX55 VPV
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
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

LX55 VPV was last recorded at 117,876 miles on 13 Jan 2025, 8,615 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,261 miles · 24 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
8,615 miles
Average per year
5,866 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 117,876 miles
  • 2024 – 109,261 miles
  • 2023 – 101,659 miles
  • 2021 – 94,111 miles
  • 2019 – 81,108 miles
  • 2018 – 73,032 miles
  • 2017 – 67,744 miles
  • 2016 – 61,608 miles
  • 2015 – 54,257 miles
  • 2014 – 45,968 miles
  • 2013 – 43,523 miles
  • 2012 – 38,890 miles
  • 2011 – 33,638 miles
  • 2010 – 30,797 miles
  • 2009 – 27,357 miles
  • 2008 – 21,638 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,876 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

23 tests since 18 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,876 miles (+8,615)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    117,876 miles
    Test number
    856379026680
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass109,261 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    109,261 miles
    Test number
    734821431777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail109,259 miles (+7,600)3 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,259 miles
    Test number
    208738903176
    • DangerousNearside Rear 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))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass101,659 miles (+7,548)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    101,659 miles
    Test number
    246769548434
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass94,111 miles (+5,049)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    94,111 miles
    Test number
    746503540048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre misshaped

  6. Pass89,062 miles (+7,954)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    89,062 miles
    Test number
    773001818144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass81,108 miles (+8,076)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    81,108 miles
    Test number
    512192308038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass73,032 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    73,032 miles
    Test number
    300427666484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail73,025 miles (+5,281)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,025 miles
    Test number
    752514583321
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear pipe above rear suspension (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe above rear suspension (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass67,744 miles (+6,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    67,744 miles
    Test number
    675438728712
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Deteriorated on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Also deteriorated on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass61,608 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    61,608 miles
    Test number
    282563237741
    • 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)

  12. Fail61,608 miles (+7,351)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,608 miles
    Test number
    640004428677
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • 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)

  13. Pass54,257 miles (+8,289)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    54,257 miles
    Test number
    207417265475
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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

  14. Pass45,968 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    45,968 miles
    Test number
    465291784178
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Fail45,964 miles (+2,441)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,964 miles
    Test number
    176561184100
    • 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)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass43,523 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    697508393246
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Fail43,523 miles (+4,633)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,523 miles
    Test number
    126106793221
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Pass38,890 miles (+5,252)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    38,890 miles
    Test number
    825991002398
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  19. Pass33,638 miles (+2,841)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,638 miles
    Test number
    306642441224
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass30,797 miles (+12)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    30,797 miles
    Test number
    602777640209
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Fail30,785 miles (+3,428)1 dangerous1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,785 miles
    Test number
    571033940295
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass27,357 miles (+5,719)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    27,357 miles
    Test number
    182619439249
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  23. Pass21,638 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    21,638 miles
    Test number
    261251038291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about LX55 VPV

Does LX55 VPV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LX55 VPV expired on 23 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LX55 VPV?
The MOT on LX55 VPV expired on 23 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LX55 VPV done?
LX55 VPV was recorded at 117,876 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2025, an average of 5,866 miles a year.
Has LX55 VPV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LX55 VPV has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on LX55 VPV 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 VPV find?
LX55 VPV passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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