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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

C25 VRSMOT history

C25 VRS is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Dec 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 247,949 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jan 2026.

C25 VRS blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Jan 2027
Mileage
247,949 mi
At MOT on 9 Jan 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
12,903 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C25 VRS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C25 VRS was last recorded at 247,949 miles on 9 Jan 2026, 5,852 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
242,097 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,852 miles
Average per year
12,903 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 247,949 miles
  • 2025 – 242,097 miles
  • 2024 – 236,709 miles
  • 2023 – 232,401 miles
  • 2022 – 227,784 miles
  • 2021 – 223,890 miles
  • 2019 – 216,847 miles
  • 2018 – 207,041 miles
  • 2016 – 197,771 miles
  • 2015 – 192,724 miles
  • 2014 – 158,496 miles
  • 2013 – 142,884 miles
  • 2012 – 129,349 miles
  • 2011 – 102,722 miles
  • 2010 – 72,856 miles
  • 2009 – 38,468 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass247,949 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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 Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Oct 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass247,949 miles (+5,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    247,949 miles
    Test number
    182864900956
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass242,097 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    242,097 miles
    Test number
    509645525799

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail242,097 miles (+5,388)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    242,097 miles
    Test number
    396647139305
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass236,709 miles (+4,308)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    236,709 miles
    Test number
    141516362805
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass232,401 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    232,401 miles
    Test number
    875467688922

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail232,387 miles (+4,603)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,387 miles
    Test number
    204149484446
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Marked in white (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt NS and OS

  7. Pass227,784 miles (+3,894)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    227,784 miles
    Test number
    101268478355
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Position lamp slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass223,890 miles (+7,043)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    223,890 miles
    Test number
    465483911492
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass216,847 miles (+9,806)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    216,847 miles
    Test number
    295598140698
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass207,041 miles (+9,270)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    207,041 miles
    Test number
    983402165101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass197,771 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    197,771 miles
    Test number
    931207805038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass192,724 miles (+34,228)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    192,724 miles
    Test number
    259378605384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass158,496 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    158,496 miles
    Test number
    888356284248
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  14. Fail158,496 miles (+15,612)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,496 miles
    Test number
    838996684274
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

  15. Pass142,884 miles (+13,535)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    142,884 miles
    Test number
    719635573200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass129,349 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    129,349 miles
    Test number
    635806182250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail129,349 miles (+26,627)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,349 miles
    Test number
    765026182256
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass102,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    102,722 miles
    Test number
    347258471476
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Fail102,722 miles (+29,866)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,722 miles
    Test number
    959278071235
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass72,856 miles (+595)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    72,856 miles
    Test number
    774975390292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail72,261 miles (+33,793)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,261 miles
    Test number
    203552890251
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass38,468 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    38,468 miles
    Test number
    432408189212

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C25 VRS

Does C25 VRS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C25 VRS is valid until 29 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on C25 VRS?
The MOT on C25 VRS is valid until 29 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C25 VRS done?
C25 VRS was recorded at 247,949 miles at its MOT on 9 Jan 2026, an average of 12,903 miles a year.
Has C25 VRS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C25 VRS has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on C25 VRS 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 C25 VRS find?
C25 VRS passed its latest MOT on 9 Jan 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge.

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