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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S21 RBUMOT history

S21 RBU is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 24 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 120,952 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

S21 RBU grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
120,952 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,751 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 RBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
24 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 RBU was last recorded at 120,952 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 8,098 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,854 miles · 6 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
8,098 miles
Average per year
6,751 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 120,952 miles
  • 2024 – 112,854 miles
  • 2023 – 104,087 miles
  • 2022 – 94,525 miles
  • 2021 – 86,185 miles
  • 2020 – 80,091 miles
  • 2019 – 71,408 miles
  • 2018 – 64,705 miles
  • 2017 – 56,645 miles
  • 2016 – 55,330 miles
  • 2015 – 46,126 miles
  • 2014 – 34,951 miles
  • 2013 – 34,776 miles
  • 2012 – 32,993 miles
  • 2011 – 24,623 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,952 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Sept 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,952 miles (+8,098)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    120,952 miles
    Test number
    393255982150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,854 miles (+8,767)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    112,854 miles
    Test number
    617115863105
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass104,087 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    104,087 miles
    Test number
    824536876388
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  4. Fail104,083 miles (+9,558)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,083 miles
    Test number
    672995817181
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed n/s/r tyre cords exposed 285/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge o/s/r tyre on 3 mm worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Pass94,525 miles (+8,340)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    94,525 miles
    Test number
    124994490631
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass86,185 miles (+6,094)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    86,185 miles
    Test number
    311918389751

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass80,091 miles (+8,683)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,091 miles
    Test number
    780757971430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass71,408 miles (+6,703)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    71,408 miles
    Test number
    789706852512
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  9. Pass64,705 miles (+8,060)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    64,705 miles
    Test number
    269928983099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass56,645 miles (+1,315)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2018
    Odometer
    56,645 miles
    Test number
    168681909718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass55,330 miles (+9,204)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    55,330 miles
    Test number
    719028147380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,126 miles (+11,175)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    46,126 miles
    Test number
    417894425224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass34,951 miles (+175)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    34,951 miles
    Test number
    218992534209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass34,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    34,776 miles
    Test number
    777276963248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail34,776 miles (+1,783)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,776 miles
    Test number
    968176763236
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
  16. Pass32,993 miles (+8,370)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    32,993 miles
    Test number
    309672272468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass24,623 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,623 miles
    Test number
    518238351295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S21 RBU

Does S21 RBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 RBU is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S21 RBU?
The MOT on S21 RBU is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 RBU done?
S21 RBU was recorded at 120,952 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 6,751 miles a year.
Has S21 RBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 RBU has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S21 RBU 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 S21 RBU find?
S21 RBU passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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