BMW logo

BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc

C8 SFCMOT history

C8 SFC is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 12 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jul 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 123,054 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jul 2026.

C8 SFC grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Jul 2027
Mileage
123,054 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2022
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,781 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for C8 SFC in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
C8 SFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
12 Jul 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C8 SFC was last recorded at 123,054 miles on 22 May 2022, 10,847 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Jul 2019.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,207 miles · 9 Jul 2019
Between the last two tests
10,847 miles
Average per year
5,781 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 123,054 miles
  • 2019 – 112,207 miles
  • 2017 – 105,455 miles
  • 2016 – 101,285 miles
  • 2015 – 94,732 miles
  • 2014 – 91,007 miles
  • 2013 – 84,409 miles
  • 2012 – 77,314 miles
  • 2011 – 70,890 miles
  • 2010 – 64,622 miles
  • 2009 – 56,109 miles
  • 2008 – 46,315 miles
  • 2007 – 36,253 miles
  • 2006 – 31,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Fluid leak, but not excessive from area of engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • REAR TYRES TREAD IS CRACKED DUE TO AGE ( 2011 )

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    5734097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    4557880

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. FailMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    4554728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    3338374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    1866370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass123,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2023
    Odometer
    123,054 miles
    Test number
    746556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    22861051

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. FailMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    22831603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass112,207 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,207 miles
    Test number
    390828350529
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive from area of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  10. Fail112,207 miles3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,207 miles
    Test number
    583040369242
    • 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 Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt small end retaining clip (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive from area of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. PassMileage not read1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    954801701951
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inside edge of tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryAdvise unable to check under vehicle properly because of covers

  12. Pass105,455 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    105,455 miles
    Test number
    560938231713
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES TREAD IS CRACKED DUE TO AGE ( 2011 )

  13. Fail105,455 miles (+4,170)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,455 miles
    Test number
    727397986473
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 255/50R219 (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid NO SCREENWASH (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryREAR TYRES TREAD IS CRACKED DUE TO AGE ( 2011 )

  14. Pass101,285 miles (+103)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    101,285 miles
    Test number
    369588792175
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  15. Fail101,182 miles (+6,450)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,182 miles
    Test number
    764760135304
    • FailureNearside Front Radius arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass94,732 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    616686575127
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  17. Fail94,732 miles (+3,725)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,732 miles
    Test number
    726526575148
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  18. Pass91,007 miles (+6,598)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,007 miles
    Test number
    946488374188
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass84,409 miles (+7,095)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    84,409 miles
    Test number
    245055403196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass77,314 miles (+6,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    77,314 miles
    Test number
    209511612180
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass70,890 miles (+6,268)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    70,890 miles
    Test number
    119013171004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass64,622 miles (+8,513)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    64,622 miles
    Test number
    602531680076
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass56,109 miles (+9,794)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    56,109 miles
    Test number
    634641549064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass46,315 miles (+10,062)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    46,315 miles
    Test number
    543573738092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass36,253 miles (+4,800)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,253 miles
    Test number
    722044037054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass31,453 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    31,453 miles
    Test number
    523299196143
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about C8 SFC

Does C8 SFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C8 SFC is valid until 23 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on C8 SFC?
The MOT on C8 SFC is valid until 23 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C8 SFC done?
C8 SFC was recorded at 123,054 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2022, an average of 5,781 miles a year.
Has C8 SFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C8 SFC has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on C8 SFC 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 C8 SFC find?
C8 SFC passed its latest MOT on 17 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

Related registrations

Browse all C8S registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.