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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

R50 DTWMOT history

R50 DTW is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025 and it has passed 17 of 30 MOT tests, with 160,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Nov 2024.

R50 DTW grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 13 Nov 2025
Mileage
160,218 mi
At MOT on 14 Nov 2024
MOT tests
30
17 passed · 13 failed
Per year
7,232 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
R50 DTW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 13 Nov 2025
Latest MOT test
14 Nov 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

R50 DTW was last recorded at 160,218 miles on 14 Nov 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,216 miles · 7 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
7,232 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 160,218 miles
  • 2023 – 159,346 miles
  • 2022 – 156,482 miles
  • 2021 – 153,415 miles
  • 2020 – 150,434 miles
  • 2019 – 144,614 miles
  • 2018 – 136,805 miles
  • 2017 – 130,024 miles
  • 2016 – 123,902 miles
  • 2015 – 115,280 miles
  • 2014 – 103,160 miles
  • 2013 – 93,666 miles
  • 2012 – 83,567 miles
  • 2011 – 73,000 miles
  • 2010 – 58,456 miles
  • 2008 – 46,112 miles
  • 2007 – 35,133 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,218 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront suspicion fault on dashRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear both rear brake flexible pipes held by clueRecorded at 2 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2016

  • Offside Rear Bumper insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

30 tests since 30 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,218 miles (+2)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    160,218 miles
    Test number
    207381844744
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspicion fault on dash
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake flexible pipes held by clue

  2. Fail160,216 miles (+12)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,216 miles
    Test number
    943734181239
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspicion fault on dash
    • AdvisoryRear both rear brake flexible pipes held by clue

  3. Fail160,204 miles (+858)8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,204 miles
    Test number
    485998004058
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended will not pull out to use (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated insecure to front to rear metal pipe (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt holed and leaking at metal bracket to cv joint (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated both rear flexible pipes very lose might hit wheel (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side very poor holding did not lock when testing on rolling road (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view wiper has caused damage (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts starting to fray (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust rubber hanger worn
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread fitted on a slope (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear drive shafts losing grease at diff side
    • AdvisoryRear tow bar ball bolts very short but holding

  4. Pass159,346 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    159,346 miles
    Test number
    509519179222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail159,344 miles (+90)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,344 miles
    Test number
    987271791412
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe clips or supports missing, pipe adequately supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

  6. Fail159,254 miles (+2,772)2 dangerous4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,254 miles
    Test number
    761171819601
    • DangerousOffside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Upper Sub-frame has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass156,482 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    156,482 miles
    Test number
    578983520698
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail156,482 miles (+3,067)1 dangerous1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,482 miles
    Test number
    529044486626
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass153,415 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    153,415 miles
    Test number
    796881689840
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass discoloured
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  10. Fail153,415 miles (+2,981)1 dangerous4 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,415 miles
    Test number
    779908398301
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion build up on suspension components of vehicle
    • AdvisoryOffside door mirror glass discoloured
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays fitted not allowing inspection of some components

  11. Pass150,434 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    150,434 miles
    Test number
    465920354978
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Fail150,434 miles (+5,820)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,434 miles
    Test number
    282429234761
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  13. Pass144,614 miles (+7,809)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    144,614 miles
    Test number
    844853559928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass136,805 miles (+6,781)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2019
    Odometer
    136,805 miles
    Test number
    121400318396
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  15. Pass130,024 miles (+125)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2018
    Odometer
    130,024 miles
    Test number
    845298868752
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  16. Fail129,899 miles (+5,997)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,899 miles
    Test number
    497687999943
    • FailureCentral Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  17. Pass123,902 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 May 2017
    Odometer
    123,902 miles
    Test number
    370112509950
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Fail123,902 miles (+8,622)13 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,902 miles
    Test number
    282217353735
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass115,280 miles (+12,120)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    115,280 miles
    Test number
    175491595129
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass103,160 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    103,160 miles
    Test number
    425607954181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteO/s/f steering arm

  21. Fail103,160 miles (+9,494)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,160 miles
    Test number
    977806454165
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering arm has relative movement at its fixings (2.2.B.1h)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass93,666 miles (+10,099)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,666 miles
    Test number
    176602923149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteSlight play osf track rod

  23. Pass83,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,567 miles
    Test number
    978283492181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail83,567 miles (+10,567)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,567 miles
    Test number
    936519782152
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

  25. Pass73,000 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    747738881199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail73,000 miles (+14,544)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,000 miles
    Test number
    516053781158
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  27. Pass58,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    940057990010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail58,456 miles (+12,344)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    362366690034
    • DangerousOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass46,112 miles (+10,979)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    46,112 miles
    Test number
    200821318245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass35,133 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    35,133 miles
    Test number
    202271117290

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about R50 DTW

Does R50 DTW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on R50 DTW expired on 13 Nov 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on R50 DTW?
The MOT on R50 DTW expired on 13 Nov 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has R50 DTW done?
R50 DTW was recorded at 160,218 miles at its MOT on 14 Nov 2024, an average of 7,232 miles a year.
Has R50 DTW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. R50 DTW has failed 13 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on R50 DTW 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 R50 DTW find?
R50 DTW passed its latest MOT on 14 Nov 2024 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed both front seat belts starting to fray; front suspicion fault on dash, and 1 more.

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