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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S16 LFYMOT history

S16 LFY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 18 Nov 2008. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 12 of 15 MOT tests, with 170,585 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Nov 2025.

S16 LFY black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
170,585 mi
At MOT on 24 Nov 2025
MOT tests
15
12 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,622 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 LFY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
18 Nov 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 LFY was last recorded at 170,585 miles on 24 Nov 2025, 4,743 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,842 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
4,743 miles
Average per year
8,622 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 170,585 miles
  • 2024 – 165,842 miles
  • 2023 – 163,765 miles
  • 2022 – 148,229 miles
  • 2020 – 136,286 miles
  • 2019 – 127,895 miles
  • 2018 – 109,041 miles
  • 2017 – 99,021 miles
  • 2016 – 90,899 miles
  • 2014 – 81,927 miles
  • 2013 – 68,777 miles
  • 2011 – 47,363 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,585 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 10 Aug 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,585 miles (+4,743)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    170,585 miles
    Test number
    153994499191
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  2. Pass165,842 miles (+2,077)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    165,842 miles
    Test number
    917949907755

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass163,765 miles (+15,536)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    163,765 miles
    Test number
    329315990782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,229 miles (+845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    148,229 miles
    Test number
    877825003451
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both fronts (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  5. Fail147,384 miles (+11,098)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    211088695008
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source which changes emitted colour to other than white or yellow (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  6. Pass136,286 miles (+8,391)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    136,286 miles
    Test number
    733075756454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass127,895 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,895 miles
    Test number
    261114981180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  8. Fail127,891 miles (+18,850)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,891 miles
    Test number
    367624209212
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  9. Pass109,041 miles (+10,020)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,041 miles
    Test number
    710207929568
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  10. Pass99,021 miles (+8,122)
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    99,021 miles
    Test number
    591645850696

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass90,899 miles (+8,972)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,899 miles
    Test number
    266720908477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass81,927 miles (+13,150)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    81,927 miles
    Test number
    378460564401
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  13. Pass68,777 miles (+21,414)
    MOT expiry
    27 May 2014
    Odometer
    68,777 miles
    Test number
    475708843109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail47,363 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    749392721239
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  15. Pass47,363 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    47,363 miles
    Test number
    828072521225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 LFY

Does S16 LFY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 LFY is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S16 LFY?
The MOT on S16 LFY is valid until 1 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 LFY done?
S16 LFY was recorded at 170,585 miles at its MOT on 24 Nov 2025, an average of 8,622 miles a year.
Has S16 LFY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 LFY has failed 3 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Mar 2022.
Has the mileage on S16 LFY 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 S16 LFY find?
S16 LFY passed its latest MOT on 24 Nov 2025 with 1 advisory: rear child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt.

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