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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

DS 8691MOT history

DS 8691 is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Sept 2006. Its MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026 and it has passed 16 of 27 MOT tests, with 182,404 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

DS 8691 grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 3 Feb 2026
Mileage
182,404 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
16 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,373 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
DS 8691
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
19 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

DS 8691 was last recorded at 182,404 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 1,007 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,397 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
1,007 miles
Average per year
6,373 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 182,404 miles
  • 2025 – 181,397 miles
  • 2024 – 179,325 miles
  • 2023 – 177,344 miles
  • 2022 – 174,030 miles
  • 2020 – 173,428 miles
  • 2019 – 169,381 miles
  • 2018 – 161,487 miles
  • 2017 – 157,362 miles
  • 2016 – 154,065 miles
  • 2015 – 150,203 miles
  • 2014 – 143,432 miles
  • 2012 – 129,048 miles
  • 2011 – 118,022 miles
  • 2010 – 108,455 miles
  • 2009 – 79,068 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail182,404 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside headlight derteriorated
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Prop shaft bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail182,404 miles (+1,007)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,404 miles
    Test number
    342926662569
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight derteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass181,397 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    181,397 miles
    Test number
    965265716474
    • AdvisoryCentral propshaft bearing worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  3. Fail181,397 miles (+2,072)1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,397 miles
    Test number
    226701310059
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCentral propshaft bearing worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside 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))

  4. Pass179,325 miles (+6)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    179,325 miles
    Test number
    165330222417
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight reduced intensity
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail179,319 miles (+1,975)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,319 miles
    Test number
    425999366010
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight reduced intensity
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass177,344 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    177,344 miles
    Test number
    865961368934
    • AdvisoryCentral propshaft centre bearing worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Fail177,343 miles (+3,313)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    177,343 miles
    Test number
    361107414197
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral propshaft centre bearing worn
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass174,030 miles (+602)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    174,030 miles
    Test number
    683427264000
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

  9. Pass173,428 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    173,428 miles
    Test number
    618091752629
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort down

  10. Fail173,428 miles (+4,047)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,428 miles
    Test number
    986534353266
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake lining(s) missing (1.1.13 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside parking brake effort down
    • AdvisoryTpms light on

  11. Pass169,381 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    169,381 miles
    Test number
    453418472327
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper side light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail169,381 miles (+7,894)1 dangerous1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,381 miles
    Test number
    517073444968
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper side light dim
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass161,487 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    161,487 miles
    Test number
    876741461705
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail161,487 miles (+4,125)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,487 miles
    Test number
    837440070654
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material part of flexi (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass157,362 miles (+3,297)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    157,362 miles
    Test number
    763093910644
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryPropshaft centre mount rubber splitting

  16. Pass154,065 miles (+3,862)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    154,065 miles
    Test number
    572169099109
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort
    • AdvisoryProp shaft mounting splitting

  17. Pass150,203 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    150,203 miles
    Test number
    514679511719
    • 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)

  18. Fail150,203 miles (+6,771)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,203 miles
    Test number
    602048968683
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  19. Fail143,432 miles1 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,432 miles
    Test number
    685672544395
    • Repaired at testParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake disks slightly corroded

  20. Pass143,432 miles (+8,470)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    143,432 miles
    Test number
    707182544385
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteRear brake disks slightly corroded

  21. Pass134,962 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    134,962 miles
    Test number
    949913504057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail134,959 miles (+5,911)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,959 miles
    Test number
    197233904088
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass129,048 miles (+11,026)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    129,048 miles
    Test number
    435454952436
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass118,022 miles (+9,567)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    118,022 miles
    Test number
    307318041304
    • AdvisoryNearside Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass108,455 miles (+543)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    108,455 miles
    Test number
    791061640385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail107,912 miles (+28,844)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,912 miles
    Test number
    594404330325
    • FailureFront registration plate letter/figure incomplete (6.3.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass79,068 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,068 miles
    Test number
    360666119376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about DS 8691

What vehicle is registration DS 8691 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show DS 8691 on a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Sept 2006. 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 DS 8691 currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on DS 8691 expired on 3 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on DS 8691?
The MOT on DS 8691 expired on 3 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has DS 8691 done?
DS 8691 was recorded at 182,404 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 6,373 miles a year.
Has DS 8691 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. DS 8691 has failed 11 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on DS 8691 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 DS 8691 find?
DS 8691 failed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 4 major defects, 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn; nearside front shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak, and 9 more.

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