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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

T16 PLRMOT history

T16 PLR is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 178,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Feb 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Feb 2026
Mileage
178,193 mi
At MOT on 7 Feb 2025
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,874 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T16 PLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Feb 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Feb 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T16 PLR was last recorded at 178,193 miles on 7 Feb 2025, 9,762 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,431 miles · 31 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
9,762 miles
Average per year
6,874 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 178,193 miles
  • 2024 – 168,431 miles
  • 2023 – 154,840 miles
  • 2022 – 146,033 miles
  • 2021 – 136,353 miles
  • 2020 – 133,463 miles
  • 2019 – 130,419 miles
  • 2018 – 127,732 miles
  • 2017 – 125,365 miles
  • 2016 – 123,195 miles
  • 2015 – 116,420 miles
  • 2014 – 111,158 miles
  • 2013 – 107,185 miles
  • 2012 – 99,404 miles
  • 2011 – 90,552 miles
  • 2010 – 83,176 miles
  • 2009 – 75,941 miles
  • 2008 – 62,658 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass178,193 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023

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

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018

Full MOT history

26 tests since 18 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass178,193 miles (+9,762)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    178,193 miles
    Test number
    577505353268
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass168,431 miles (+246)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    168,431 miles
    Test number
    945557135345
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  3. Fail168,185 miles (+13,345)7 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,185 miles
    Test number
    964645345394
    • MajorFront Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear heat shield insecure

  4. Pass154,840 miles (+43)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    154,840 miles
    Test number
    704633923469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe from tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail154,797 miles (+41)1 major10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,797 miles
    Test number
    650569981881
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe from tank (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear sub frame all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail154,756 miles (+8,723)6 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,756 miles
    Test number
    274987156539
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn front and rear axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear suspension arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush excessively worn front and rear axle bush (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play REAR SUSPENSION ARM BALL JOINT (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material NSR+OSR (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass146,033 miles (+124)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    146,033 miles
    Test number
    360590432143
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail145,909 miles (+9,556)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,909 miles
    Test number
    975939336123
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass136,353 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    136,353 miles
    Test number
    301901429731
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes corroded

  10. Fail136,353 miles (+2,890)2 dangerous5 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,353 miles
    Test number
    834398370247
    • DangerousBrake valve leaking such that brake functionality is affected brake pedal creeping under pressure (1.1.7 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective wrong cap (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated steel section excessively corroded (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated lever pawl defective (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (1.1.10 (d) (i))
    • AdvisorySteel brake pipes corroded

  11. Pass133,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    133,463 miles
    Test number
    811843342550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail133,463 miles (+3,044)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,463 miles
    Test number
    128685563798
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass130,419 miles (+2,687)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    130,419 miles
    Test number
    195319311933
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass127,732 miles (+20)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    127,732 miles
    Test number
    487159851077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  15. Fail127,712 miles (+2,347)2 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,712 miles
    Test number
    364294265944
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing on inner edges

  16. Pass125,365 miles (+2,170)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,365 miles
    Test number
    676180773544
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded part of brake hose (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

  17. Pass123,195 miles (+6,775)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,195 miles
    Test number
    530782120103
    • AdvisoryFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both cracking (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass116,420 miles (+5,262)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    116,420 miles
    Test number
    178299175067

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass111,158 miles (+3,973)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    111,158 miles
    Test number
    986501324194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass107,185 miles (+7,781)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    107,185 miles
    Test number
    536350913102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass99,404 miles (+8,852)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    99,404 miles
    Test number
    815617912114
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass90,552 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    90,552 miles
    Test number
    978536991087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail90,551 miles (+7,375)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,551 miles
    Test number
    278937381053
    • FailureCentre Front Upper Windscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Pass83,176 miles (+7,235)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    83,176 miles
    Test number
    251729700197
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass75,941 miles (+13,283)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    75,941 miles
    Test number
    261642219115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass62,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    62,658 miles
    Test number
    603199608163

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T16 PLR

Does T16 PLR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T16 PLR expired on 9 Feb 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T16 PLR?
The MOT on T16 PLR expired on 9 Feb 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T16 PLR done?
T16 PLR was recorded at 178,193 miles at its MOT on 7 Feb 2025, an average of 6,874 miles a year.
Has T16 PLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T16 PLR has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on T16 PLR 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 T16 PLR find?
T16 PLR passed its latest MOT on 7 Feb 2025 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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