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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 2,979 cc

S22 VAMMOT history

S22 VAM is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 31 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 1 May 2024 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 167,297 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 May 2023.

S22 VAM black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 May 2024
Mileage
167,297 mi
At MOT on 2 May 2023
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,604 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S22 VAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 May 2024
Latest MOT test
2 May 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S22 VAM was last recorded at 167,297 miles on 2 May 2023, 2,210 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,087 miles · 21 Dec 2021
Between the last two tests
2,210 miles
Average per year
7,604 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 167,297 miles
  • 2021 – 165,087 miles
  • 2020 – 160,557 miles
  • 2019 – 147,219 miles
  • 2018 – 139,847 miles
  • 2017 – 135,574 miles
  • 2016 – 129,519 miles
  • 2015 – 121,084 miles
  • 2014 – 115,009 miles
  • 2013 – 109,381 miles
  • 2012 – 103,427 miles
  • 2011 – 90,865 miles
  • 2010 – 75,832 miles
  • 2009 – 65,082 miles
  • 2008 – 57,604 miles
  • 2007 – 47,548 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,297 miles
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 2 Aug 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass167,297 miles (+2,210)1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2024
    Odometer
    167,297 miles
    Test number
    218309259418
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated N/s and o/s (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear (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))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement N/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass165,087 miles (+4,404)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    165,087 miles
    Test number
    804464335229
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s and o/s front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass160,683 miles (+126)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    160,683 miles
    Test number
    490397228332
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryHandbrake effort just passes mot

  4. Fail160,557 miles (+13,338)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,557 miles
    Test number
    266630339073
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorDirection indicator incorrect colour both have red bulbs fitted (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear most joint (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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  5. Pass147,219 miles (+7,372)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    147,219 miles
    Test number
    786056929811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass139,847 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    139,847 miles
    Test number
    378332577517
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail139,847 miles (+4,273)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,847 miles
    Test number
    423501530878
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass135,574 miles (+6,055)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    135,574 miles
    Test number
    986212819538

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass129,519 miles (+8,435)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    129,519 miles
    Test number
    114042642972
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass121,084 miles (+6,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    121,084 miles
    Test number
    789964885167
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  11. Pass115,009 miles (+5,628)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    115,009 miles
    Test number
    987155304271
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass109,381 miles (+8)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    109,381 miles
    Test number
    606998313252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  13. Fail109,373 miles (+5,946)1 dangerous2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,373 miles
    Test number
    449943213227
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine management light on

  14. Pass103,427 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    103,427 miles
    Test number
    266534812285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail103,401 miles (+12,536)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,401 miles
    Test number
    368628002254
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine managment light on

  16. Pass90,865 miles (+15,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    90,865 miles
    Test number
    559995311258
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass75,832 miles (+10,750)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    75,832 miles
    Test number
    190582410255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass65,082 miles (+7,478)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,082 miles
    Test number
    780836409247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass57,604 miles (+10,056)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,604 miles
    Test number
    412094018296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass47,548 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    47,548 miles
    Test number
    570144017290
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing slightly on inner edges.

Questions about S22 VAM

Does S22 VAM currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S22 VAM expired on 1 May 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S22 VAM?
The MOT on S22 VAM expired on 1 May 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S22 VAM done?
S22 VAM was recorded at 167,297 miles at its MOT on 2 May 2023, an average of 7,604 miles a year.
Has S22 VAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S22 VAM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on S22 VAM 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 S22 VAM find?
S22 VAM passed its latest MOT on 2 May 2023 with 1 minor defect and 10 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated n/s and o/s; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear; offside front brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 8 more.

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