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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X55 LMCMOT history

X55 LMC is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 10 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 166,664 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Apr 2023.

X55 LMC silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 11 Apr 2024
Mileage
166,664 mi
At MOT on 12 Apr 2023
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
9,356 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X55 LMC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Apr 2024
Latest MOT test
12 Apr 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X55 LMC was last recorded at 166,664 miles on 12 Apr 2023, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
166,651 miles · 11 Apr 2023
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
9,356 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 166,664 miles
  • 2021 – 152,394 miles
  • 2020 – 144,522 miles
  • 2019 – 140,782 miles
  • 2018 – 133,933 miles
  • 2017 – 120,308 miles
  • 2015 – 102,375 miles
  • 2014 – 74,532 miles
  • 2013 – 74,532 miles
  • 2012 – 71,642 miles
  • 2011 – 68,876 miles
  • 2010 – 63,354 miles
  • 2009 – 52,405 miles
  • 2008 – 29,781 miles
  • 2007 – 15,794 miles
  • 2006 – 13,485 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,664 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2010–2015

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

30 tests since 27 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass166,664 miles (+13)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    166,664 miles
    Test number
    504932508576
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail166,651 miles1 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,651 miles
    Test number
    958957187061
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    887132474138
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Straight arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. FailMileage not read6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    521463960381
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn straight steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt bent alloy arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement straight steel arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass152,394 miles (+7,872)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    152,394 miles
    Test number
    280217338017

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass144,522 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    144,522 miles
    Test number
    769735055087
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail144,522 miles (+3,740)1 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,522 miles
    Test number
    229693792087
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass140,782 miles (+6,849)4 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    140,782 miles
    Test number
    813706105825
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged drivers (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass133,933 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    133,933 miles
    Test number
    492957918408
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  10. Fail133,933 miles (+13,625)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,933 miles
    Test number
    681123361528
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint also dust cover split (2.4.G.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

  11. Pass120,308 miles (+17,933)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    120,308 miles
    Test number
    987682705440
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint Rear ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass102,375 miles (+10)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    102,375 miles
    Test number
    400940027055
    • 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. Fail102,365 miles (+16,902)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,365 miles
    Test number
    197858882608
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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)

  14. Pass85,463 miles (+103)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,463 miles
    Test number
    158160715028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail85,360 miles (+10,828)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,360 miles
    Test number
    787013105037
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  16. Pass74,532 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    74,532 miles
    Test number
    235137404003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail74,532 miles (+2,890)2 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,532 miles
    Test number
    297017453347
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  18. Fail71,642 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    736247142370
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)

  19. Pass71,642 miles (+2,766)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    71,642 miles
    Test number
    805237742305
    • 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)

  20. Fail68,876 miles1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    129386941368
    • Repaired at testWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer wall condition poor

  21. Pass68,876 miles (+5,522)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    68,876 miles
    Test number
    558156641399
    • NoteBoth rear tyre outer wall condition poor

  22. Pass63,354 miles (+154)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    63,354 miles
    Test number
    634902040345
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Fail63,200 miles (+10,795)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,200 miles
    Test number
    640333030352
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  24. Pass52,405 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,405 miles
    Test number
    753644429354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Fail52,391 miles (+5,232)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,391 miles
    Test number
    350181229324
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  26. Fail47,159 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    113933989127
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Pass47,159 miles (+17,378)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    47,159 miles
    Test number
    583963289126
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass29,781 miles (+13,987)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,781 miles
    Test number
    530373388112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass15,794 miles (+2,309)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    15,794 miles
    Test number
    862336907219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass13,485 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    13,485 miles
    Test number
    540871436312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X55 LMC

Does X55 LMC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X55 LMC expired on 11 Apr 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X55 LMC?
The MOT on X55 LMC expired on 11 Apr 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X55 LMC done?
X55 LMC was recorded at 166,664 miles at its MOT on 12 Apr 2023, an average of 9,356 miles a year.
Has X55 LMC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X55 LMC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2023.
Has the mileage on X55 LMC 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 X55 LMC find?
X55 LMC passed its latest MOT on 12 Apr 2023 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; oil leak, but not excessive.

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