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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

B20 TBAMOT history

B20 TBA is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 159,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Oct 2026.

B20 TBA black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
159,652 mi
At MOT on 26 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,962 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
B20 TBA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

B20 TBA was last recorded at 159,652 miles on 26 Oct 2026, 93 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
159,559 miles · 14 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
93 miles
Average per year
6,962 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,652 miles
  • 2025 – 153,709 miles
  • 2024 – 148,872 miles
  • 2023 – 143,885 miles
  • 2022 – 139,998 miles
  • 2021 – 137,416 miles
  • 2020 – 136,363 miles
  • 2019 – 132,894 miles
  • 2018 – 123,977 miles
  • 2017 – 119,254 miles
  • 2016 – 111,781 miles
  • 2015 – 104,565 miles
  • 2014 – 93,987 miles
  • 2013 – 83,861 miles
  • 2012 – 71,978 miles
  • 2011 – 54,855 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,652 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

22 tests since 7 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,652 miles (+93)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    159,652 miles
    Test number
    712350292337
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail159,559 miles (+5,850)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,559 miles
    Test number
    585608482028
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass153,709 miles (+4,837)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,709 miles
    Test number
    597283239608
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Pass148,872 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,872 miles
    Test number
    565662436780
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail148,868 miles (+4,983)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,868 miles
    Test number
    607705344088
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass143,885 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    143,885 miles
    Test number
    646228821102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail143,883 miles (+3,885)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,883 miles
    Test number
    274132684166
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass139,998 miles (+2,582)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    139,998 miles
    Test number
    846233718952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,416 miles (+1,053)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    137,416 miles
    Test number
    415592065803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass136,363 miles (+3,469)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    136,363 miles
    Test number
    832102876537

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass132,894 miles (+8,917)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    132,894 miles
    Test number
    568907210837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass123,977 miles (+4,723)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    123,977 miles
    Test number
    246575701900
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass119,254 miles (+7,473)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    119,254 miles
    Test number
    197280422481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass111,781 miles (+7,216)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    111,781 miles
    Test number
    408521050748

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass104,565 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    104,565 miles
    Test number
    703012520659
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail104,565 miles (+10,578)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,565 miles
    Test number
    798434662137
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass93,987 miles (+10,126)
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    93,987 miles
    Test number
    335449864251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail83,861 miles2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,861 miles
    Test number
    855951963290
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • NoteN/S front tyre wearing on outer edge

  19. Pass83,861 miles (+11,883)1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    83,861 miles
    Test number
    878551463212
    • NoteN/S front tyre wearing on outer edge

  20. Pass71,978 miles (+17,123)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    71,978 miles
    Test number
    656753472247
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass54,855 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    579721181294
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Fail54,855 miles3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,855 miles
    Test number
    899890081217
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about B20 TBA

Does B20 TBA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on B20 TBA is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on B20 TBA?
The MOT on B20 TBA is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has B20 TBA done?
B20 TBA was recorded at 159,652 miles at its MOT on 26 Oct 2026, an average of 6,962 miles a year.
Has B20 TBA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. B20 TBA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on B20 TBA 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 B20 TBA find?
B20 TBA passed its latest MOT on 26 Oct 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside rear direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside rear anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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