BMW X5
Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc
8 RBSMOT history
8 RBS is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2004. Its MOT is valid until 13 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 31 MOT tests, with 164,903 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 13 Aug 2027
- Mileage
- 164,903 mi
- At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
- MOT tests
- 31
- 19 passed · 12 failed
- Per year
- 6,490 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- 8 RBS
- Registration format
- Dateless
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X5
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,993 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2004
- First used
- 1 Sept 2004
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 13 Aug 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 14 Aug 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
8 RBS was last recorded at 164,903 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 1,410 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 May 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 163,493 miles · 23 May 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 1,410 miles
- Average per year
- 6,490 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 164,903 miles
- 2025 – 163,493 miles
- 2024 – 160,147 miles
- 2023 – 157,760 miles
- 2022 – 155,803 miles
- 2021 – 151,394 miles
- 2020 – 148,015 miles
- 2018 – 141,203 miles
- 2017 – 135,120 miles
- 2016 – 127,706 miles
- 2015 – 117,530 miles
- 2014 – 109,285 miles
- 2013 – 99,066 miles
- 2012 – 90,096 miles
- 2011 – 82,295 miles
- 2010 – 78,919 miles
- 2009 – 68,132 miles
- 2008 – 60,142 miles
- 2007 – 41,511 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass164,903 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated
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.
Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2015
Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread
Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024
Under trays fitted
Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024
Engine trims fitted
Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023
Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2022
Full MOT history
31 tests since 10 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass164,903 miles1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 13 Aug 2027
- Odometer
- 164,903 miles
- Test number
- 318893071826
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated
Fail164,903 miles (+1,410)1 dangerous2 major1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,903 miles
- Test number
- 564972974966
- DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryTPMS light illuminated
Pass163,493 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 22 May 2026
- Odometer
- 163,493 miles
- Test number
- 617123918776
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll underside corroded
Fail163,493 miles (+3,346)1 major4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 163,493 miles
- Test number
- 707932693433
- MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded both rear (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6 mm (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryAll underside corroded
Pass160,147 miles (+2,387)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 20 May 2025
- Odometer
- 160,147 miles
- Test number
- 111413509841
- MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine trims
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass157,760 miles (+1,957)1 dangerous8 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 May 2024
- Odometer
- 157,760 miles
- Test number
- 576300881503
- DangerousNearside Rear Nail in tyre
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arms (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced all under side corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass155,803 miles (+4,409)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 155,803 miles
- Test number
- 496390865141
- MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- 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))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Pass151,394 miles7 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 11 Apr 2022
- Odometer
- 151,394 miles
- Test number
- 822637348887
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail151,394 miles (+24)2 major6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,394 miles
- Test number
- 927982940509
- MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all rear arm bushes perished and split (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryEngine trims fitted
- AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
Fail151,370 miles (+3,355)1 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,370 miles
- Test number
- 247207952587
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre valve stem deteriorated
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass148,015 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jul 2021
- Odometer
- 148,015 miles
- Test number
- 726695922974
- MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Fail148,013 miles (+6,810)4 major2 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 148,013 miles
- Test number
- 990328794711
- MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
- MajorOffside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
- MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
- MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
- AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
- AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
Pass141,203 miles1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 2 Sept 2019
- Odometer
- 141,203 miles
- Test number
- 419375015290
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror glass deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Fail141,203 miles (+6,083)1 major1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,203 miles
- Test number
- 848753967830
- MajorOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency only just met
- AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
- AdvisoryOffside Front wing mirror glass deteriorated
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Pass135,120 miles (+10)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2018
- Odometer
- 135,120 miles
- Test number
- 890393892841
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn bald on outer edge
- AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Fail135,110 miles (+7,404)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 135,110 miles
- Test number
- 755118852716
- FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryFront tyres worn bald on outer edge
- AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
Pass127,706 miles (+10,176)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2017
- Odometer
- 127,706 miles
- Test number
- 779308287298
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
- AdvisoryPark brake only just passed efficiency test
- AdvisoryWindscreen chipped offside
Pass117,530 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2016
- Odometer
- 117,530 miles
- Test number
- 171140791494
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Fail117,530 miles (+8,245)6 failures2 repaired3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 117,530 miles
- Test number
- 854663633925
- FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
- FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.8mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass109,285 miles (+10,219)1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2015
- Odometer
- 109,285 miles
- Test number
- 618680844289
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteNsr tyre worn on inner edge and starting to perish
- NoteRear exhaust heat shield loose
Pass99,066 miles
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2014
- Odometer
- 99,066 miles
- Test number
- 308090443436
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail99,066 miles (+8,970)2 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 99,066 miles
- Test number
- 557330543285
- Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Pass90,096 miles1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2013
- Odometer
- 90,096 miles
- Test number
- 476614142283
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge and perished
- NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
Fail90,096 miles (+7,801)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,096 miles
- Test number
- 328694442233
- FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge and perished
- NoteOffside rear tyre worn bald on inner edge
Pass82,295 miles1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2012
- Odometer
- 82,295 miles
- Test number
- 169078821255
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBoth offside tyres worn on inner edge
- NoteCorrosion on front discs
- NoteNearside washer poor
Fail82,295 miles (+3,376)1 repaired1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 82,295 miles
- Test number
- 368918921496
- Repaired at testBonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- NoteBoth offside tyres worn on inner edge
- NoteCorrosion on front discs
- NoteNearside washer poor
Fail78,919 miles1 repaired2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,919 miles
- Test number
- 110039630290
- Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteFront bumper insecure oat both ends
- NoteFront discs in poor condition
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
Pass78,919 miles (+10,787)2 advisories3 notes
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2011
- Odometer
- 78,919 miles
- Test number
- 510739630200
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- NoteFront bumper insecure oat both ends
- NoteFront discs in poor condition
- NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner edge
Pass68,132 miles (+7,990)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2010
- Odometer
- 68,132 miles
- Test number
- 961379819250
- 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)
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
Pass60,142 miles (+18,631)1 advisory1 note
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2009
- Odometer
- 60,142 miles
- Test number
- 464407928293
- AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
- NoteNearside mirror damaged to excess
Pass41,511 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Sept 2008
- Odometer
- 41,511 miles
- Test number
- 291932027245
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Questions about 8 RBS
- What vehicle is registration 8 RBS currently assigned to?
- DVSA MOT records show 8 RBS on a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2004. 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 8 RBS currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 8 RBS is valid until 13 Aug 2027.
- When is the MOT due on 8 RBS?
- The MOT on 8 RBS is valid until 13 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has 8 RBS done?
- 8 RBS was recorded at 164,903 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 6,490 miles a year.
- Has 8 RBS ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. 8 RBS has failed 12 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Aug 2026.
- Has the mileage on 8 RBS 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 8 RBS find?
- 8 RBS passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip; nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge starting to wear on outer edge, and 4 more.
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