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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

J8 BLNMOT history

J8 BLN is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 8 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 31 Mar 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 98,243 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Apr 2026.

J8 BLN black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 31 Mar 2027
Mileage
98,243 mi
At MOT on 1 Apr 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,817 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J8 BLN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 31 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
1 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J8 BLN was last recorded at 98,243 miles on 1 Apr 2026, 7,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,514 miles · 26 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
7,729 miles
Average per year
5,817 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 98,243 miles
  • 2025 – 90,514 miles
  • 2024 – 82,817 miles
  • 2023 – 76,149 miles
  • 2022 – 69,878 miles
  • 2021 – 66,071 miles
  • 2020 – 62,081 miles
  • 2019 – 58,857 miles
  • 2018 – 54,802 miles
  • 2017 – 51,255 miles
  • 2016 – 46,537 miles
  • 2015 – 38,420 miles
  • 2014 – 29,902 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass98,243 miles

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.

  • Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both side

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass98,243 miles (+7,729)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    98,243 miles
    Test number
    261222853621

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass90,514 miles (+7,697)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    90,514 miles
    Test number
    500041017015
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass82,817 miles (+6,668)
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    82,817 miles
    Test number
    500988615813

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass76,149 miles (+14)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    76,149 miles
    Test number
    498656895325
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail76,135 miles (+6,257)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    700115474263
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both side (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass69,878 miles (+3,807)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    69,878 miles
    Test number
    171012522658
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass66,071 miles (+3,990)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    66,071 miles
    Test number
    783212374827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edge & cracking in side tread pattern (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on inside edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass62,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    399260228386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail62,081 miles (+3,224)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,081 miles
    Test number
    774504252859
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass58,857 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    58,857 miles
    Test number
    839238599220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail58,857 miles (+4,055)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,857 miles
    Test number
    570221985278
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass54,802 miles (+3,547)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    54,802 miles
    Test number
    661828094200

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass51,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    51,255 miles
    Test number
    846650377839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail51,255 miles (+4,718)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,255 miles
    Test number
    124909160299
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  15. Pass46,537 miles (+8,117)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    46,537 miles
    Test number
    760633503003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,420 miles (+8,518)1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    38,420 miles
    Test number
    405309885150
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass29,902 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    29,902 miles
    Test number
    385023184156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J8 BLN

Does J8 BLN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J8 BLN is valid until 31 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on J8 BLN?
The MOT on J8 BLN is valid until 31 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J8 BLN done?
J8 BLN was recorded at 98,243 miles at its MOT on 1 Apr 2026, an average of 5,817 miles a year.
Has J8 BLN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. J8 BLN has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on J8 BLN 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 J8 BLN find?
J8 BLN passed its latest MOT on 1 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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