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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

S5 WSWMOT history

S5 WSW is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 22 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Sept 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Oct 2026.

S5 WSW black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Sept 2027
Mileage
180,845 mi
At MOT on 28 Sept 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,929 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 WSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 WSW was last recorded at 180,845 miles on 28 Sept 2026, 54 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
180,791 miles · 22 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
54 miles
Average per year
7,929 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,845 miles
  • 2025 – 178,168 miles
  • 2024 – 175,612 miles
  • 2023 – 172,939 miles
  • 2022 – 169,788 miles
  • 2021 – 167,042 miles
  • 2020 – 164,268 miles
  • 2019 – 160,937 miles
  • 2018 – 155,954 miles
  • 2017 – 150,268 miles
  • 2016 – 144,689 miles
  • 2015 – 138,252 miles
  • 2014 – 123,452 miles
  • 2013 – 106,892 miles
  • 2012 – 89,812 miles
  • 2011 – 74,634 miles
  • 2010 – 64,328 miles
  • 2009 – 54,141 miles
  • 2008 – 45,806 miles
  • 2007 – 30,059 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,845 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 headlamp leveling device not attached

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

27 tests since 22 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,845 miles (+54)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    180,845 miles
    Test number
    891425345393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail180,791 miles (+2,623)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,791 miles
    Test number
    346715892665
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass178,168 miles (+2,556)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    178,168 miles
    Test number
    352116117050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass175,612 miles (+2,673)
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    175,612 miles
    Test number
    298259377288

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass172,939 miles (+3,151)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    172,939 miles
    Test number
    146982600819

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass169,788 miles (+2,746)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    169,788 miles
    Test number
    850460694868

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass167,042 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    167,042 miles
    Test number
    143879610874
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes worn slightly
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion

  8. Fail167,042 miles (+2,774)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,042 miles
    Test number
    917999285229
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension arm bushes worn slightly
    • AdvisoryFront and rear suspension corroded slightly
    • AdvisoryVehicle has slight corrosion

  9. Pass164,268 miles (+3,331)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    164,268 miles
    Test number
    227518589212
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPark brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass160,937 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    160,937 miles
    Test number
    999204885116
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp leveling device not attached
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail160,937 miles (+4,983)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,937 miles
    Test number
    222400021153
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating both (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront headlamp leveling device not attached
    • AdvisoryParking brake performance poor
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBonnet cable defective

  12. Pass155,954 miles (+5,686)
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    155,954 miles
    Test number
    663256967246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass150,268 miles (+5,579)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    150,268 miles
    Test number
    805575297156
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both front suspension arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both rear suspension arms (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit all four tyres low (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass144,689 miles (+6,437)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    144,689 miles
    Test number
    860023907010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass138,252 miles (+14,800)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    138,252 miles
    Test number
    381506565232
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass123,452 miles (+288)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    123,452 miles
    Test number
    239558044239
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail123,164 miles (+16,272)1 dangerous1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,164 miles
    Test number
    345322644487
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEngine oil level low

  18. Pass106,892 miles (+76)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    106,892 miles
    Test number
    316986953428
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • NoteBoth main brake pipes slightly corroded

  19. Fail106,816 miles (+17,004)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,816 miles
    Test number
    469884853265
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on outer edges
    • NoteBoth main brake pipes slightly corroded

  20. Pass89,812 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    468385852243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,812 miles (+15,178)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,812 miles
    Test number
    798594452296
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  22. Pass74,634 miles (+10,306)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    74,634 miles
    Test number
    856630671235
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass64,328 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    64,328 miles
    Test number
    864758050254
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Fail64,328 miles (+10,187)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,328 miles
    Test number
    893758850229
    • Repaired at testFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass54,141 miles (+8,335)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    54,141 miles
    Test number
    592699559221

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass45,806 miles (+15,747)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,806 miles
    Test number
    631104958274
    • AdvisoryNearside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  27. Pass30,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    30,059 miles
    Test number
    590585867243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 WSW

Does S5 WSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 WSW is valid until 29 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 WSW?
The MOT on S5 WSW is valid until 29 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 WSW done?
S5 WSW was recorded at 180,845 miles at its MOT on 28 Sept 2026, an average of 7,929 miles a year.
Has S5 WSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 WSW has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 WSW 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 S5 WSW find?
S5 WSW passed its latest MOT on 28 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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