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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

DH 18MOT history

DH 18 is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 28 Oct 2009. Its MOT is valid until 13 Oct 2027 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 54,429 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

DH 18 blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 13 Oct 2027
Mileage
54,429 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,047 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DH 18
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
28 Oct 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

DH 18 was last recorded at 54,429 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 2,120 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
52,309 miles · 16 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
2,120 miles
Average per year
2,047 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,429 miles
  • 2025 – 52,309 miles
  • 2024 – 50,658 miles
  • 2023 – 48,994 miles
  • 2022 – 47,391 miles
  • 2021 – 45,590 miles
  • 2020 – 43,767 miles
  • 2019 – 42,251 miles
  • 2018 – 40,197 miles
  • 2017 – 38,469 miles
  • 2016 – 35,958 miles
  • 2015 – 33,941 miles
  • 2014 – 31,596 miles
  • 2013 – 28,191 miles
  • 2012 – 25,985 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,429 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024

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 Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 24 Oct 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,429 miles (+2,120)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    54,429 miles
    Test number
    166781348424
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass52,309 miles (+1,651)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    52,309 miles
    Test number
    341484575160
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  3. Pass50,658 miles (+1)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    50,658 miles
    Test number
    542165292475
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  4. Fail50,657 miles (+1,663)1 dangerous4 major3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,657 miles
    Test number
    711585252400
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass48,994 miles (+1,603)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    48,994 miles
    Test number
    254288366040
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre in poor condition (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass47,391 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    199089631316
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail47,391 miles (+1,801)1 major2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,391 miles
    Test number
    206966544060
    • MajorHeadlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass45,590 miles (+1,823)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    45,590 miles
    Test number
    527132158149
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass43,767 miles (+1,516)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    43,767 miles
    Test number
    409734654538
    • AdvisoryBoth sides front headlamp units are misted

  10. Pass42,251 miles (+30)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    42,251 miles
    Test number
    432359300601
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge front (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail42,221 miles (+2,024)1 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,221 miles
    Test number
    672576017221
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative jet broken (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres wearing low on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre heavily worn on inner edge close to limit

  12. Pass40,197 miles (+1,728)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    40,197 miles
    Test number
    720863578631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass38,469 miles (+2,511)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    38,469 miles
    Test number
    825461709462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass35,958 miles (+2,017)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    35,958 miles
    Test number
    308957873396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass33,941 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    33,941 miles
    Test number
    297827923757

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail33,941 miles (+2,345)2 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,941 miles
    Test number
    199239641994
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (1.1.C.1a)

  17. Pass31,596 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    31,596 miles
    Test number
    507182004371
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail31,596 miles (+3,405)1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,596 miles
    Test number
    766022404359
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass28,191 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    28,191 miles
    Test number
    479221803338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,190 miles (+2,205)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,190 miles
    Test number
    349528193435
    • DangerousNearside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

  21. Pass25,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    25,985 miles
    Test number
    507248192264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DH 18

What vehicle is registration DH 18 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DH 18 on a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 28 Oct 2009. 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 DH 18 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on DH 18 is valid until 13 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on DH 18?
The MOT on DH 18 is valid until 13 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has DH 18 done?
DH 18 was recorded at 54,429 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 2,047 miles a year.
Has DH 18 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DH 18 has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on DH 18 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 DH 18 find?
DH 18 passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively.

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