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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

A14 VCFMOT history

A14 VCF is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Feb 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 131,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Feb 2026.

A14 VCF black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 28 Feb 2027
Mileage
131,935 mi
At MOT on 21 Feb 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,215 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
A14 VCF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

A14 VCF was last recorded at 131,935 miles on 21 Feb 2026, 5,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,072 miles · 1 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,863 miles
Average per year
6,215 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,935 miles
  • 2025 – 126,072 miles
  • 2022 – 125,821 miles
  • 2021 – 125,084 miles
  • 2020 – 124,048 miles
  • 2019 – 122,704 miles
  • 2018 – 118,355 miles
  • 2017 – 114,099 miles
  • 2016 – 106,658 miles
  • 2015 – 97,597 miles
  • 2014 – 80,904 miles
  • 2013 – 71,178 miles
  • 2012 – 64,116 miles
  • 2011 – 56,649 miles
  • 2010 – 45,948 miles
  • 2009 – 33,246 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,935 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 May 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,935 miles (+5,863)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    131,935 miles
    Test number
    496989707023
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  2. Pass126,072 miles (+251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    126,072 miles
    Test number
    130369216247
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened various arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass125,821 miles (+737)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,821 miles
    Test number
    704551282998
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened slightly pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass125,084 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    125,084 miles
    Test number
    188990967645
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail125,084 miles (+1,036)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,084 miles
    Test number
    788916271304
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material brake pipe corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass124,048 miles (+3)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    124,048 miles
    Test number
    992925575454
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Fail124,045 miles (+1,341)2 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,045 miles
    Test number
    296321795259
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip on windscreen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight cracking between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass122,704 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    122,704 miles
    Test number
    239362484906

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail122,691 miles (+4,336)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,691 miles
    Test number
    736795873407
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass118,355 miles (+17)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    118,355 miles
    Test number
    950251647621
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail118,338 miles (+4,239)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,338 miles
    Test number
    175121329942
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass114,099 miles (+7,441)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    114,099 miles
    Test number
    349427192087
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass106,658 miles (+9,061)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    106,658 miles
    Test number
    925688526229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass97,597 miles (+16,693)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    97,597 miles
    Test number
    711974577244
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner brake pad getting thin
    • AdvisoryRear Inner brake pads getting thin

  15. Pass80,904 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    80,904 miles
    Test number
    445041704386
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail80,901 miles (+9,723)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,901 miles
    Test number
    826531204399
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass71,178 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    226313723344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail71,178 miles (+7,062)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,178 miles
    Test number
    158063423309
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass64,116 miles (+7,467)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    64,116 miles
    Test number
    139243332310
    • NoteBoth front tyres edges wearing

  20. Pass56,649 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    56,649 miles
    Test number
    458684531349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail56,649 miles (+10,701)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,649 miles
    Test number
    169753331374
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Fail45,948 miles2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    253743830315
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  23. Pass45,948 miles (+12,702)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    45,948 miles
    Test number
    611733030307
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass33,246 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    351666639333

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail33,246 miles (+5,576)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,246 miles
    Test number
    712436039306
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  26. Pass27,670 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2010
    Odometer
    27,670 miles
    Test number
    291763339182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about A14 VCF

Does A14 VCF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on A14 VCF is valid until 28 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on A14 VCF?
The MOT on A14 VCF is valid until 28 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has A14 VCF done?
A14 VCF was recorded at 131,935 miles at its MOT on 21 Feb 2026, an average of 6,215 miles a year.
Has A14 VCF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. A14 VCF has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on A14 VCF 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 A14 VCF find?
A14 VCF passed its latest MOT on 21 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; prop shaft bearing has slight play.

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