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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2005 · 2,979 cc

F7 MVEMOT history

F7 MVE is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 16 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 18 MOT tests, with 106,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

F7 MVE grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
106,001 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
18
16 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
F7 MVE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

F7 MVE was last recorded at 106,001 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 1,431 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,570 miles · 15 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
1,431 miles
Average per year
4,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,001 miles
  • 2025 – 104,570 miles
  • 2024 – 104,530 miles
  • 2023 – 104,271 miles
  • 2022 – 99,295 miles
  • 2019 – 94,832 miles
  • 2018 – 90,356 miles
  • 2017 – 89,197 miles
  • 2016 – 83,979 miles
  • 2015 – 78,691 miles
  • 2014 – 71,963 miles
  • 2013 – 64,146 miles
  • 2012 – 57,045 miles
  • 2011 – 48,999 miles
  • 2010 – 41,610 miles
  • 2008 – 24,861 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,001 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 2x sidelight bulbs (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ref decelerometer and gradient test (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 11 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,001 miles (+1,431)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    106,001 miles
    Test number
    465042008201
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 2x sidelight bulbs (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. ref decelerometer and gradient test (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass104,570 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    104,570 miles
    Test number
    129897671262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass104,530 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    104,530 miles
    Test number
    770211734936

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,271 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    104,271 miles
    Test number
    377553680808
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail104,269 miles (+4,974)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,269 miles
    Test number
    463840346673
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass99,295 miles (+4,463)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    99,295 miles
    Test number
    224531923403
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass94,832 miles (+4,476)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    94,832 miles
    Test number
    660949418308
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement All (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covers fitted and sill covers fitted General under body slightly corroded

  8. Pass90,356 miles (+1,159)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    90,356 miles
    Test number
    317429727796

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass89,197 miles (+5,218)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    89,197 miles
    Test number
    291450475553
    • AdvisoryFront/rear pads appear to be wearing low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  10. Pass83,979 miles (+5,288)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    83,979 miles
    Test number
    713708907145
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front brake pipes corrosion

  11. Pass78,691 miles (+6,728)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    78,691 miles
    Test number
    600433637130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass71,963 miles (+7,817)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    71,963 miles
    Test number
    756869634273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass64,146 miles (+7,101)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    64,146 miles
    Test number
    809179923208

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass57,045 miles (+8,046)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    57,045 miles
    Test number
    339834032216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail48,999 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    406214231232
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass48,999 miles (+7,389)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    48,999 miles
    Test number
    866154431279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass41,610 miles (+16,749)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    41,610 miles
    Test number
    651841830251

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass24,861 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    24,861 miles
    Test number
    770346918317
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing from inner edge

Questions about F7 MVE

Does F7 MVE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on F7 MVE is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on F7 MVE?
The MOT on F7 MVE is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has F7 MVE done?
F7 MVE was recorded at 106,001 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,591 miles a year.
Has F7 MVE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. F7 MVE has failed 2 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on F7 MVE 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 F7 MVE find?
F7 MVE passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced 2x sidelight bulbs; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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