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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

T20 UNCMOT history

T20 UNC is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 17 Dec 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 155,294 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2026
Mileage
155,294 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2025
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
7,715 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T20 UNC
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
17 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T20 UNC was last recorded at 155,294 miles on 10 Jan 2025, 190 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 13 Sept 2013: 76,961 miles, lower than 96,119 miles on 3 Oct 2012.

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
155,104 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
190 miles
Average per year
7,715 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 155,294 miles
  • 2024 – 144,383 miles
  • 2023 – 144,278 miles
  • 2022 – 133,881 miles
  • 2021 – 128,720 miles
  • 2020 – 126,211 miles
  • 2019 – 122,585 miles
  • 2018 – 116,390 miles
  • 2017 – 110,632 miles
  • 2016 – 103,274 miles
  • 2015 – 96,568 miles
  • 2014 – 87,104 miles
  • 2013 – 76,961 miles
  • 2012 – 96,119 miles
  • 2011 – 63,222 miles
  • 2010 – 54,040 miles
  • 2009 – 43,558 miles
  • 2008 – 31,310 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass155,294 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL=275/40/20

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

22 tests since 15 Dec 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass155,294 miles (+190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    155,294 miles
    Test number
    562033968796
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  2. Fail155,104 miles (+10,721)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,104 miles
    Test number
    127416765472
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  3. Pass144,383 miles (+105)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    144,383 miles
    Test number
    793586250081
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  4. Fail144,278 miles (+10,397)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,278 miles
    Test number
    522049047052
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  5. Pass133,881 miles (+13)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    133,881 miles
    Test number
    511142766434
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL=275/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH=INNER=315/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail133,868 miles (+5,148)1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,868 miles
    Test number
    133316942550
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords SIDEWALL=275/40/20 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge BOTH=INNER=315/35/20 (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass128,720 miles (+2,509)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,720 miles
    Test number
    143126985515

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass126,211 miles (+3,626)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,211 miles
    Test number
    929050945010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass122,585 miles (+6,195)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    122,585 miles
    Test number
    471402496076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,390 miles (+5,758)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    116,390 miles
    Test number
    251375911435
    • MinorDrive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  11. Pass110,632 miles (+7,358)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    110,632 miles
    Test number
    235002618188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass103,274 miles (+6,706)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    103,274 miles
    Test number
    525875011611
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
  13. Pass96,568 miles (+9,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    96,568 miles
    Test number
    826774306074
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisorySteering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tires very badly worn on inside edges
  14. Pass87,104 miles (+10,143)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    87,104 miles
    Test number
    265203254256
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass76,961 miles (-19,158)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    76,961 miles
    Test number
    988096053255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,119 miles (+32,897)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,119 miles
    Test number
    116257872292
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  17. Pass63,222 miles (+71)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    63,222 miles
    Test number
    905208211312
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  18. Fail63,151 miles (+9,111)4 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,151 miles
    Test number
    818724411338
    • FailureNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (3.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass54,040 miles (+10,482)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    54,040 miles
    Test number
    670052560346
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
  20. Pass43,558 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    43,558 miles
    Test number
    754174339300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,556 miles (+12,246)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,556 miles
    Test number
    420734739472
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass31,310 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    31,310 miles
    Test number
    243780458391
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteRear brake pads wearing low

Questions about T20 UNC

Does T20 UNC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T20 UNC expired on 9 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T20 UNC?
The MOT on T20 UNC expired on 9 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T20 UNC done?
T20 UNC was recorded at 155,294 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2025, an average of 7,715 miles a year.
Has T20 UNC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T20 UNC has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on T20 UNC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 13 Sept 2013. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T20 UNC find?
T20 UNC passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2025 with 2 advisories: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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