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Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

1929 ELMOT history

1929 EL is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 96,734 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

1929 EL black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Dec 2026
Mileage
96,734 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
1929 EL
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
26 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

1929 EL was last recorded at 96,734 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 1,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
95,173 miles · 16 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
1,561 miles
Average per year
4,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 96,734 miles
  • 2024 – 95,173 miles
  • 2023 – 92,733 miles
  • 2022 – 90,083 miles
  • 2021 – 88,367 miles
  • 2020 – 82,214 miles
  • 2019 – 73,430 miles
  • 2018 – 63,385 miles
  • 2017 – 57,318 miles
  • 2016 – 54,694 miles
  • 2015 – 51,552 miles
  • 2014 – 47,947 miles
  • 2013 – 42,555 miles
  • 2012 – 36,250 miles
  • 2011 – 33,013 miles
  • 2010 – 29,855 miles
  • 2009 – 26,931 miles
  • 2008 – 23,450 miles
  • 2007 – 20,770 miles
  • 2006 – 16,890 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass96,734 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • O/s/f outer drive shaft boot perished

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Undertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Engine oil level, on MIN

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Under trays fitted, limiting view

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm, inner bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 22 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass96,734 miles (+1,561)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    96,734 miles
    Test number
    282102863194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,173 miles (+10)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    95,173 miles
    Test number
    797487082497
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  3. Fail95,163 miles (+2,430)1 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,163 miles
    Test number
    853216237399
    • DangerousFront Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement foremost arm, inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bushes x 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  4. Pass92,733 miles (+2,650)1 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    92,733 miles
    Test number
    451586875319
    • MinorParking brake lever ratchet mechanism obviously worn (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s front,, recommend check (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front lower arm bushes,, front arms of 2 (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened surface corrosion (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low, recommend check
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lenses, slightly deteriorated, light intensities slightly reduced
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer drive shaft boot perished
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 17%, mot pass mark 16%
    • AdvisoryUndertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items
  5. Pass90,083 miles (+20)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    90,083 miles
    Test number
    367722584343
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front lower arm bushes,, forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fluffing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level, on MIN
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamps, slightly reduced output and images
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer drive shaft boot perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items
  6. Fail90,063 miles (+1,696)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,063 miles
    Test number
    453131668364
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s front (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front lower arm bushes,, forward arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed slight fluffing (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever worn, but not excessively (1.1.6 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level, on MIN
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamps, slightly reduced output and images
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer drive shaft boot perished
    • AdvisoryUndertrays etc fitted, limiting view to some testable items
  7. Pass88,367 miles (+6,153)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    88,367 miles
    Test number
    335687658890
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured o/s and n/s front. and o/s/r ,, recommend attention (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front lower arm (front arms of 2) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on MIN,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp lenses, slight deterioration
    • AdvisoryO/s/f outer driveshaft boot perished
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 16%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryUnder trays etc fitted, limiting view
  8. Pass82,214 miles (+8,784)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    82,214 miles
    Test number
    556162592739
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearly devoid of tread on outer edge,, 1.9mm,, tyre 95% worn,,, recommend replace ASAP (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge 2.1mm,, tyre 93% worn,, recommend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.6mm tyre 84% worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin recommend replace ASAP (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front tie rod arms,, recommend replace (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level, on MIN
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance 17%, mot pass mark 16%,, recommend check
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view
  9. Pass73,430 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,430 miles
    Test number
    963367171320
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured recommend attention (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front tie rod/bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp dips beams,, slightly reduced intensity
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view
  10. Fail73,412 miles (+10,027)2 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,412 miles
    Test number
    127538903138
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAll direction indicators slightly discoloured recommend attention (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s and n/s front tie rod/bars (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvance travel handbrake lever
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on MIN
    • AdvisoryO/s and n/s headlamp dips beams,, slightly reduced intensity
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted, limiting view
  11. Pass63,385 miles (+6,067)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,385 miles
    Test number
    192006076566
    • AdvisoryDirection indicator slightly discoloured all indicators (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output o/s and n/s dip beam images and outputs slightly diminished (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement tie rod arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level low
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre, worn slightly on outer edge
    • AdvisoryUnder trays etc fitted,, limiting view
  12. Pass57,318 miles (+2,624)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,318 miles
    Test number
    789550915311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass54,694 miles (+42)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,694 miles
    Test number
    764365712854
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm bush perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail54,652 miles (+3,100)4 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,652 miles
    Test number
    863290696324
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device sealing washer deteriorated (7.2.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Lower rear arm bush perished (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre is 13 years old & perishing. (strong Advise)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly perished
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Pass51,552 miles (+3,605)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    51,552 miles
    Test number
    877009909096
    • AdvisoryNearside Front c v boot has slight damage but not letting ingress of dirt
  16. Pass47,947 miles (+5,392)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    47,947 miles
    Test number
    966901064210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass42,555 miles (+6,305)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    42,555 miles
    Test number
    326970263471
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  18. Pass36,250 miles (+3,237)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    36,250 miles
    Test number
    389701152477
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre cracking on side walls
    • NoteOffside front tyre cracking on side walls
  19. Pass33,013 miles (+3,158)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    33,013 miles
    Test number
    845960851242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,855 miles (+2,924)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    29,855 miles
    Test number
    424458650226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,931 miles (+3,481)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    26,931 miles
    Test number
    623204569218
    • NoteRear number plate starting to fade.
  22. Pass23,450 miles (+2,680)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    23,450 miles
    Test number
    923199758201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,770 miles (+3,880)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    20,770 miles
    Test number
    134380367221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,890 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    16,890 miles
    Test number
    233395066252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about 1929 EL

What vehicle is registration 1929 EL currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 1929 EL on a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 26 Sept 2003. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 1929 EL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 1929 EL is valid until 15 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on 1929 EL?
The MOT on 1929 EL is valid until 15 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 1929 EL done?
1929 EL was recorded at 96,734 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,158 miles a year.
Has 1929 EL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 1929 EL has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on 1929 EL 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 1929 EL find?
1929 EL passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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