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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

T28 RKAMOT history

T28 RKA is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Oct 2006. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 212,112 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
212,112 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,594 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T28 RKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
31 Oct 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T28 RKA was last recorded at 212,112 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 20,878 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
191,234 miles · 20 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
20,878 miles
Average per year
9,594 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 212,112 miles
  • 2025 – 191,234 miles
  • 2024 – 180,035 miles
  • 2023 – 169,862 miles
  • 2022 – 157,624 miles
  • 2021 – 145,558 miles
  • 2020 – 143,354 miles
  • 2019 – 137,272 miles
  • 2018 – 129,576 miles
  • 2017 – 123,899 miles
  • 2016 – 120,370 miles
  • 2015 – 115,573 miles
  • 2014 – 110,849 miles
  • 2013 – 105,757 miles
  • 2012 – 95,059 miles
  • 2011 – 76,939 miles
  • 2010 – 60,033 miles
  • 2009 – 48,474 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass212,112 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective O/S/F AND N/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS INSTALLED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS

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 Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

21 tests since 25 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass212,112 miles (+20,878)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    212,112 miles
    Test number
    568551446471
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective O/S/F AND N/S/F (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorHazard warning switch faulty (4.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUNDERTRAYS INSTALLED OBSCURING SOME COMPONENTS
  2. Pass191,234 miles (+22)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    191,234 miles
    Test number
    276291838547
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  3. Fail191,212 miles (+11,177)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    191,212 miles
    Test number
    106717764748
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front passenger door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut mounting corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
  4. Pass180,035 miles (+10,173)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    180,035 miles
    Test number
    157550436200
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass169,862 miles (+12,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    169,862 miles
    Test number
    431607056345
    • 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))
  6. Pass157,624 miles (+12,066)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    157,624 miles
    Test number
    600891181125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass145,558 miles (+2,204)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    145,558 miles
    Test number
    470547169409
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFull under trays and covers fitted
  8. Pass143,354 miles (+6,082)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    143,354 miles
    Test number
    237821445293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass137,272 miles (+7,696)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    137,272 miles
    Test number
    771984265391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass129,576 miles (+5,677)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    129,576 miles
    Test number
    794407284849
    • AdvisoryChild Seat Fitted Visual Inspection
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted
  11. Pass123,899 miles (+3,529)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    123,899 miles
    Test number
    668833101309

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass120,370 miles (+4,797)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    120,370 miles
    Test number
    771134374933
    • AdvisoryUnder Trays Fitted
  13. Pass115,573 miles (+4,724)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    115,573 miles
    Test number
    576459765077
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  14. Pass110,849 miles (+5,092)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    110,849 miles
    Test number
    407414674036
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  15. Pass105,757 miles (+10,698)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,757 miles
    Test number
    219337873032
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  16. Pass95,059 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    95,059 miles
    Test number
    679702572043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail95,054 miles (+18,115)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,054 miles
    Test number
    687630872045
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Pass76,939 miles (+16,906)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    76,939 miles
    Test number
    249967951057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass60,033 miles (+11,559)
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    60,033 miles
    Test number
    601464940095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,474 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,474 miles
    Test number
    283556559006
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  21. Pass48,474 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    48,474 miles
    Test number
    741146059043
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T28 RKA

Does T28 RKA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T28 RKA is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T28 RKA?
The MOT on T28 RKA is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T28 RKA done?
T28 RKA was recorded at 212,112 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 9,594 miles a year.
Has T28 RKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T28 RKA has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on T28 RKA 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 T28 RKA find?
T28 RKA passed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 9 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective o/s/f and n/s/f; hazard warning switch faulty; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 8 more.

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