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Land Rover Defender

Green · Diesel · 2000 · 2,495 cc

X5 LAWMOT history

X5 LAW is a green diesel Land Rover Defender first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 1 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 176,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2025.

X5 LAW green Land Rover Defender – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Dec 2026
Mileage
176,752 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,477 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 LAW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Land Rover
Model
Defender
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,495 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 LAW was last recorded at 176,752 miles on 25 Nov 2025, 3,385 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
173,367 miles · 2 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,385 miles
Average per year
5,477 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 176,752 miles
  • 2024 – 173,367 miles
  • 2023 – 169,501 miles
  • 2022 – 164,696 miles
  • 2021 – 162,892 miles
  • 2020 – 160,454 miles
  • 2019 – 156,407 miles
  • 2018 – 151,147 miles
  • 2017 – 147,735 miles
  • 2016 – 144,136 miles
  • 2015 – 140,735 miles
  • 2014 – 135,553 miles
  • 2013 – 129,037 miles
  • 2012 – 123,532 miles
  • 2011 – 115,877 miles
  • 2010 – 107,461 miles
  • 2009 – 96,828 miles
  • 2008 – 87,946 miles
  • 2007 – 78,427 miles
  • 2006 – 71,151 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass176,752 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Boot perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorSteering box leaking oil Advise repair required in near future (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear 'A' frame ball joint boot perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth wiper spindles slight wear
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front caliper metal brake pipes very slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryExhaust down pipe touching engine sump
  • AdvisoryFront Both swivels leaking
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm rear mounting area corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Front prop rear U/J very slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S tubular outrigger corroded and weakened in area of NSF seat belt mounting area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear seat belt back stays corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers and passenger belts (7.1.2 (b))
  • AdvisorySide steps corroded and weakened
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR radius arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVarious areas of body accident damage
  • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Steering box leaking oil

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

26 tests since 15 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass176,752 miles3 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    176,752 miles
    Test number
    821374329009
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Boot perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil Advise repair required in near future (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear 'A' frame ball joint boot perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper spindles slight wear
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front caliper metal brake pipes very slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust down pipe touching engine sump
    • AdvisoryFront Both swivels leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm rear mounting area corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Front prop rear U/J very slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S tubular outrigger corroded and weakened in area of NSF seat belt mounting area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear seat belt back stays corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers and passenger belts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded and weakened
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR radius arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of body accident damage
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail176,752 miles (+3,385)2 repaired3 minor18 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,752 miles
    Test number
    116952719218
    • Repaired at testNearside Drag link end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front passenger door does not latch securely closed (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Boot perished (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil Advise repair required in near future (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • MinorSuspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear 'A' frame ball joint boot perished (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth wiper spindles slight wear
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both front caliper metal brake pipes very slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust down pipe touching engine sump
    • AdvisoryFront Both swivels leaking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm rear mounting area corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Slight wear (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play Front prop rear U/J very slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S tubular outrigger corroded and weakened in area of NSF seat belt mounting area (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear seat belt back stays corroded (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySeat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Drivers and passenger belts (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySide steps corroded and weakened
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement OSR radius arm front bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious areas of body accident damage
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General underside corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass173,367 miles (+61)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    173,367 miles
    Test number
    659100741449
    • MinorNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF and both front caliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive Both swivel seals (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both sides (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front prop - rear U/J (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper spindle slight play
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear seat belt back stays (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Tail door (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  4. Fail173,306 miles (+3,805)2 major4 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,306 miles
    Test number
    250519357168
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Chassis holed near anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
    • MinorFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Osf - ABS modulator to flexi and front calliper pipes on both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Fluid leak, but not excessive Both swivels (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front propshaft - Rear Universal joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt slightly damaged Both sides (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wiper spindle loose - not likely to come off - clears screen fine
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both sides - back stays to cross member (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryUpper Other passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed Taildoor (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  5. Pass169,501 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    169,501 miles
    Test number
    164133390602
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF from ABS module and both front brake calliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both outers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm mount - chassis end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  6. Fail169,501 miles (+4,805)1 repaired2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,501 miles
    Test number
    705205643295
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended Rear of 2 (7.1.2 (d))
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material OSF from ABS module and both front brake calliper pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed Both outers (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Radius arm mount - chassis end (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure slightly corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Rear cross member (6.1.6 (i) (i))
  7. Pass164,696 miles (+1,804)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    164,696 miles
    Test number
    124804184268
    • MinorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door catch deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))
  8. Pass162,892 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    162,892 miles
    Test number
    111888765652
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component PAS box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  9. Fail162,892 miles (+2,438)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,892 miles
    Test number
    349987758743
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering component has slight seepage from a component PAS box (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
  10. Pass160,454 miles (+4,047)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    160,454 miles
    Test number
    475731807084
    • MinorSteering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear metal brake pipe x1 corroded at flexible brake hose end, hard to fully evaluate. (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly damaged Chaffed against ABS wiring harness (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive under engine various leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective Rear chassis mounted exhaust mounting weakened (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisorySeat belt slightly damaged Drivers and NSF passengers seat belt webbing frayed but not significantly reduced in strength (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced General chassis corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  11. Pass156,407 miles (+5,260)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    156,407 miles
    Test number
    771611983360
    • AdvisoryDiff pinion seal slight leak.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder-tray fitted, restricting view of components.
  12. Pass151,147 miles (+3,412)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    151,147 miles
    Test number
    718149501529
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre perished.
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  13. Pass147,735 miles (+3,599)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    147,735 miles
    Test number
    589446728098
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre perished in tread.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre perished in tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre perished in tread.
    • AdvisoryOil leak
  14. Pass144,136 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    144,136 miles
    Test number
    342211545436
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering oil leak.
  15. Fail144,128 miles (+3,393)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,128 miles
    Test number
    514461353112
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryPower steering oil leak.
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  16. Pass140,735 miles (+5,182)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    140,735 miles
    Test number
    105225518159
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
  17. Pass135,553 miles (+6,516)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    135,553 miles
    Test number
    939614824255
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteN/s/f hub slight oil leak
    • NoteRear brake disc o/s inside edges severe corrosion
  18. Pass129,037 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    129,037 miles
    Test number
    329120523210
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front hubs slight oil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  19. Fail129,035 miles (+5,503)2 failures3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,035 miles
    Test number
    206360023231
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • AdvisorySteering box has a slight oil leak (2.2.D.2e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth front hubs slight oil leak
    • NoteRear brake discs corroded
  20. Pass123,532 miles (+7,655)7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    123,532 miles
    Test number
    637729012201
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteBoth front hubs leaking oil
    • NoteExhaust system corroded
    • NoteWiper blades split
  21. Pass115,877 miles (+8,416)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    115,877 miles
    Test number
    849567311280
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteFront brake pads worn
    • NoteOil leak
  22. Pass107,461 miles (+10,633)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    107,461 miles
    Test number
    852755930237
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisorySeat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)
  23. Pass96,828 miles (+8,882)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    96,828 miles
    Test number
    361882539238
    • NoteSlight oil leak
  24. Pass87,946 miles (+9,519)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    87,946 miles
    Test number
    391352148295
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteGearbox oil leak
    • NoteN/s/f hub slight oil leak
  25. Pass78,427 miles (+7,276)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    78,427 miles
    Test number
    253418317293
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  26. Pass71,151 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    71,151 miles
    Test number
    833077026260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 LAW

Does X5 LAW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 LAW is valid until 1 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 LAW?
The MOT on X5 LAW 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 X5 LAW done?
X5 LAW was recorded at 176,752 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2025, an average of 5,477 miles a year.
Has X5 LAW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 LAW has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 LAW 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 X5 LAW find?
X5 LAW passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2025 with 3 minor defects and 18 advisories: offside track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt boot perished; steering box leaking oil advise repair required in near future; suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear 'a' frame ball joint boot perished, and 18 more.

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