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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

526 FWWMOT history

526 FWW is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 2 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 21 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 164,758 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Sept 2026.

526 FWW silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Sept 2027
Mileage
164,758 mi
At MOT on 21 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,192 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
526 FWW
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

526 FWW was last recorded at 164,758 miles on 21 Sept 2026, 3,146 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,612 miles · 22 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
3,146 miles
Average per year
9,192 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 164,758 miles
  • 2025 – 161,612 miles
  • 2024 – 158,357 miles
  • 2023 – 151,867 miles
  • 2022 – 145,230 miles
  • 2021 – 141,621 miles
  • 2020 – 139,323 miles
  • 2019 – 135,768 miles
  • 2018 – 135,696 miles
  • 2017 – 120,161 miles
  • 2016 – 102,583 miles
  • 2015 – 83,386 miles
  • 2014 – 68,436 miles
  • 2013 – 51,200 miles
  • 2012 – 33,742 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,758 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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.

  • Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres are worn on the inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,758 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    164,758 miles
    Test number
    721774608981
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  2. Fail164,758 miles (+3,146)1 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,758 miles
    Test number
    320982204626
    • DangerousRoad wheel more than one fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  3. Pass161,612 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    161,612 miles
    Test number
    157410630872

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail161,606 miles (+3,249)2 dangerous3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,606 miles
    Test number
    592634825217
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass158,357 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    158,357 miles
    Test number
    853243493241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail158,355 miles (+6,488)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,355 miles
    Test number
    838222014543
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension bellows leaking (5.3.5 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass151,867 miles (+6,637)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    151,867 miles
    Test number
    939200609712
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass145,230 miles (+3,609)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    145,230 miles
    Test number
    539576043583

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass141,621 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    141,621 miles
    Test number
    127209162774
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  10. Fail141,621 miles (+2,298)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,621 miles
    Test number
    851025712658
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  11. Pass139,323 miles (+3,555)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    139,323 miles
    Test number
    920733099301
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass135,768 miles (+72)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    135,768 miles
    Test number
    182797842835
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass135,696 miles (+19)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    135,696 miles
    Test number
    294448683611
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres are worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Fail135,677 miles (+15,516)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,677 miles
    Test number
    172982692208
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres are worn on the inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass120,161 miles (+17,578)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    120,161 miles
    Test number
    996515725786

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass102,583 miles (+19,197)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,583 miles
    Test number
    531609657570
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn smooth on the inside edge, no ply or cords seen.

  17. Pass83,386 miles (+14,950)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,386 miles
    Test number
    857426605212
    • NoteNearside front tyre has light sidewall damage.
    • NoteRear number plate delaminating.

  18. Pass68,436 miles (+17,236)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    68,436 miles
    Test number
    907581414225
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear light lens cracked

  19. Pass51,200 miles (+17,458)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    51,200 miles
    Test number
    179321313277
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass33,742 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    33,742 miles
    Test number
    936152672104
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about 526 FWW

What vehicle is registration 526 FWW currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 526 FWW on a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 2 Jun 2009. 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 526 FWW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 526 FWW is valid until 21 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on 526 FWW?
The MOT on 526 FWW is valid until 21 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 526 FWW done?
526 FWW was recorded at 164,758 miles at its MOT on 21 Sept 2026, an average of 9,192 miles a year.
Has 526 FWW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 526 FWW has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on 526 FWW 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 526 FWW find?
526 FWW passed its latest MOT on 21 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output.

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