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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

S33 BYVMOT history

S33 BYV is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 11 Jul 2007. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 250,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2025.

S33 BYV grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2026
Mileage
250,218 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2025
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,702 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 BYV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
11 Jul 2007
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 BYV was last recorded at 250,218 miles on 24 Feb 2025, 26,902 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Dec 2023.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 26 Nov 2022: 211,044 miles, lower than 303,565 miles on 12 Oct 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
223,316 miles · 2 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
26,902 miles
Average per year
13,702 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 250,218 miles
  • 2023 – 223,316 miles
  • 2022 – 211,044 miles
  • 2021 – 303,565 miles
  • 2020 – 175,345 miles
  • 2019 – 168,267 miles
  • 2017 – 143,165 miles
  • 2016 – 129,134 miles
  • 2015 – 111,737 miles
  • 2014 – 94,377 miles
  • 2013 – 78,874 miles
  • 2012 – 68,875 miles
  • 2011 – 56,968 miles
  • 2010 – 50,049 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass250,218 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jul 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass250,218 miles (+26,902)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    250,218 miles
    Test number
    105957841657
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle rusty

  2. Pass223,316 miles (+12,272)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    223,316 miles
    Test number
    599659280876
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axle very rusty

  3. Pass211,044 miles (-92,521)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    211,044 miles
    Test number
    424900489132
    • MinorOffside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass303,565 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    303,565 miles
    Test number
    288265499807
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Fail303,565 miles (+128,220)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    303,565 miles
    Test number
    283664475511
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass175,345 miles (+7,078)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    175,345 miles
    Test number
    364082342613
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass168,267 miles (+25,102)
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    168,267 miles
    Test number
    784394286573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass143,165 miles (+20)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    143,165 miles
    Test number
    135599655215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail143,145 miles (+14,011)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,145 miles
    Test number
    949707147893
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush front (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  10. Pass129,134 miles (+17,397)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    129,134 miles
    Test number
    482610619298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre low on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre low on edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre low on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Pass111,737 miles (+17,360)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    111,737 miles
    Test number
    198752987530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,377 miles (+10,699)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    94,377 miles
    Test number
    179735544218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

  13. Pass83,678 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    83,678 miles
    Test number
    206367974088
    • NoteN/side front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass83,674 miles (+3)1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    83,674 miles
    Test number
    977114444025
    • NoteN/side front tyre worn on inner edge

  15. Fail83,671 miles (+4,797)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,671 miles
    Test number
    539181024034
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteN/side front tyre worn on inner edge.

  16. Pass78,874 miles (+9,999)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    78,874 miles
    Test number
    216288243231
    • DangerousOffside rear tyre bald on inner edge
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn unevenly on inner edge

  17. Pass68,875 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    367144362495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  18. Fail68,875 miles (+11,907)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,875 miles
    Test number
    776893362278
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside rear tyre worn on inner edge

  19. Pass56,968 miles (+6,919)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    56,968 miles
    Test number
    389809101256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Pass50,049 miles (+74)
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    50,049 miles
    Test number
    323959420386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,975 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    49,975 miles
    Test number
    234266590159
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about S33 BYV

Does S33 BYV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S33 BYV expired on 23 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S33 BYV?
The MOT on S33 BYV expired on 23 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S33 BYV done?
S33 BYV was recorded at 250,218 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2025, an average of 13,702 miles a year.
Has S33 BYV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 BYV has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on S33 BYV ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Nov 2022. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S33 BYV find?
S33 BYV passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; rear axle rusty.

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