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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

T18 KEFMOT history

T18 KEF is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 10 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 172,570 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Nov 2026
Mileage
172,570 mi
At MOT on 8 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,640 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T18 KEF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
8 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T18 KEF was last recorded at 172,570 miles on 8 Nov 2025, 5,111 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,459 miles · 2 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,111 miles
Average per year
6,640 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 172,570 miles
  • 2024 – 167,459 miles
  • 2023 – 162,461 miles
  • 2022 – 161,032 miles
  • 2021 – 158,933 miles
  • 2020 – 156,530 miles
  • 2019 – 154,665 miles
  • 2017 – 147,115 miles
  • 2016 – 145,339 miles
  • 2015 – 143,485 miles
  • 2013 – 141,406 miles
  • 2012 – 137,481 miles
  • 2011 – 128,359 miles
  • 2010 – 121,318 miles
  • 2009 – 117,188 miles
  • 2008 – 110,592 miles
  • 2007 – 71,077 miles
  • 2006 – 43,588 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass172,570 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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major4 MOTs, 2018–2023

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass172,570 miles (+5,111)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    172,570 miles
    Test number
    870089299473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass167,459 miles (+4,998)
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    167,459 miles
    Test number
    784686246827

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass162,461 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    162,461 miles
    Test number
    116523098232
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded.

  4. Fail162,461 miles (+1,429)5 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    162,461 miles
    Test number
    453376031406
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe corroded.
    • 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe corroded.

  5. Pass161,032 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    161,032 miles
    Test number
    408443923982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail161,032 miles (+2,099)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,032 miles
    Test number
    736360413098
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass158,933 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    158,933 miles
    Test number
    854208481240
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear arm. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic engine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted.

  8. Fail158,933 miles (+2,403)5 major1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,933 miles
    Test number
    869992661521
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to flexi brake hose. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front arm. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Rear arm. (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Worn on inner edge. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic engine covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic sill covers fitted.
    • AdvisoryPlastic under trays fitted.

  9. Pass156,530 miles (+1,865)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    156,530 miles
    Test number
    386912162961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe rusty

  10. Pass154,665 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,665 miles
    Test number
    785387223078
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  11. Fail154,665 miles1 dangerous1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,665 miles
    Test number
    669792967106
    • DangerousNearside Front passenger door likely to open inadvertently or not remain closed (6.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCover sills and under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  12. PassMileage not read2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    122639460979
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp images poor
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear pads deteriorated due to heat from brake bind

  13. FailMileage not read4 major4 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    698808951143
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low adjusted (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (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))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryProp shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp images poor
    • AdvisoryPark brake lever has limit reserve travel
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear pads deteriorated due to heat from brake bind

  14. Pass147,115 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    147,115 miles
    Test number
    205639886960
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  15. Fail147,108 miles (+1,769)1 dangerous2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,108 miles
    Test number
    705557333668
    • DangerousNearside Rear Braking system leaking steel section of flexible brake pipe (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  16. Pass145,339 miles (+1,854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    145,339 miles
    Test number
    747693787211
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Fail143,485 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,485 miles
    Test number
    646274355071
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  18. Pass143,485 miles (+2,079)
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    143,485 miles
    Test number
    996144755082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass141,406 miles (+3,925)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    141,406 miles
    Test number
    149603933354
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass137,481 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    137,481 miles
    Test number
    539580202341
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  21. Fail137,481 miles (+9,122)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,481 miles
    Test number
    335868592441
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  22. Pass128,359 miles (+7,041)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    128,359 miles
    Test number
    398744761274
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass121,318 miles (+4,130)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    121,318 miles
    Test number
    273639160155
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  24. Pass117,188 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    117,188 miles
    Test number
    664691959399
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  25. Fail117,188 miles (+6,596)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,188 miles
    Test number
    174610359387
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  26. Pass110,592 miles (+709)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    110,592 miles
    Test number
    801707548370
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  27. Fail109,883 miles (+38,806)2 dangerous1 failure6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,883 miles
    Test number
    584357738329
    • DangerousNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  28. Pass71,077 miles (+27,489)
    MOT expiry
    5 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    71,077 miles
    Test number
    340567787171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,588 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    43,588 miles
    Test number
    902597256177
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T18 KEF

Does T18 KEF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T18 KEF is valid until 13 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T18 KEF?
The MOT on T18 KEF is valid until 13 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T18 KEF done?
T18 KEF was recorded at 172,570 miles at its MOT on 8 Nov 2025, an average of 6,640 miles a year.
Has T18 KEF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T18 KEF has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on T18 KEF 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 T18 KEF find?
T18 KEF passed its latest MOT on 8 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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