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BMW X5

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 4,398 cc

K20 ELCMOT history

K20 ELC is a green petrol BMW X5 first used on 18 Jan 2002. Its MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 166,700 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2024.

K20 ELC green BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 15 Apr 2025
Mileage
166,700 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2024
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,766 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K20 ELC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
18 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 15 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

K20 ELC was last recorded at 166,700 miles on 16 Apr 2024, 11,117 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
155,583 miles · 25 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
11,117 miles
Average per year
6,766 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 166,700 miles
  • 2023 – 155,583 miles
  • 2022 – 152,735 miles
  • 2019 – 152,475 miles
  • 2018 – 150,967 miles
  • 2017 – 141,667 miles
  • 2016 – 136,995 miles
  • 2015 – 128,820 miles
  • 2013 – 120,381 miles
  • 2012 – 115,262 miles
  • 2011 – 106,461 miles
  • 2009 – 87,282 miles
  • 2008 – 79,851 miles
  • 2007 – 70,020 miles
  • 2006 – 45,088 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass166,700 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 Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Fuel cap seal perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Slight exhaust blow at centre section

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • X2 front side repeater bulbs starting to emitt white light

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • X2 front wheels slight movement suspect rack

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass166,700 miles (+11,117)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    166,700 miles
    Test number
    865187629008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass155,583 miles (+2,848)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    155,583 miles
    Test number
    135927087413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass152,735 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    152,735 miles
    Test number
    949250205093
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at centre section
    • AdvisoryX2 front side repeater bulbs starting to emitt white light
    • AdvisoryX2 front wheels slight movement suspect rack
    • AdvisoryX2 headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

  4. Fail152,735 miles (+260)6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,735 miles
    Test number
    613797772502
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisorySlight exhaust blow at centre section
    • AdvisoryX2 front side repeater bulbs starting to emitt white light
    • AdvisoryX2 front wheels slight movement suspect rack
    • AdvisoryX2 headlamp lenses slightly deteriorated

  5. Pass152,475 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    152,475 miles
    Test number
    381507240532
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail152,465 miles (+1,498)1 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,465 miles
    Test number
    769923113403
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass150,967 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    150,967 miles
    Test number
    285268525883

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail150,966 miles (+9,299)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,966 miles
    Test number
    475366736874
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  9. Pass141,667 miles (+4,672)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    141,667 miles
    Test number
    772362543382
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inside

  10. Pass136,995 miles (+7)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    136,995 miles
    Test number
    529796092429
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on outer edges

  11. Fail136,988 miles (+8,168)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,988 miles
    Test number
    695582089125
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear one (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn on outer edges

  12. Pass128,820 miles (+62)4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    128,820 miles
    Test number
    906898955032
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre badly worn on inner edge

  13. Fail128,758 miles (+8,377)10 failures4 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,758 miles
    Test number
    345440755049
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre damaged on sidewall
    • NoteOffside front tyre badly worn on inner edge

  14. Pass120,381 miles (+5,119)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    120,381 miles
    Test number
    627427753391
    • NoteBoth front indicator bulbs white-ish
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteO/s/front brake hose poor condition

  15. Pass115,262 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    115,262 miles
    Test number
    475057502414
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteHandbrake close to maximum travel during test
    • NoteOffside front cv boot twisted

  16. Fail115,262 miles (+8,801)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,262 miles
    Test number
    419596402435
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteHandbrake close to maximum travel during test
    • NoteOffside front cv boot twisted

  17. Pass106,461 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    137849621326
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Fail106,461 miles (+1,790)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,461 miles
    Test number
    318772421397
    • FailureNearside Front All position lamps not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass104,671 miles (+17,389)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    104,671 miles
    Test number
    326017821006
    • 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)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass87,282 miles (+7,431)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    87,282 miles
    Test number
    160849369123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass79,851 miles (+9,831)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,851 miles
    Test number
    264870378427

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass70,020 miles (+24,932)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    70,020 miles
    Test number
    782154587227
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  23. Pass45,088 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    45,088 miles
    Test number
    904977816171
    • NoteWindscreen stone chipped. front brake pads.

Questions about K20 ELC

Does K20 ELC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on K20 ELC expired on 15 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on K20 ELC?
The MOT on K20 ELC expired on 15 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has K20 ELC done?
K20 ELC was recorded at 166,700 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2024, an average of 6,766 miles a year.
Has K20 ELC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K20 ELC has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Apr 2022.
Has the mileage on K20 ELC 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 K20 ELC find?
K20 ELC passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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