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BMW X5

Green · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

T30 SCSMOT history

T30 SCS is a green diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Aug 2003. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 156,909 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
156,909 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,369 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T30 SCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
1 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T30 SCS was last recorded at 156,909 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 362 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,547 miles · 1 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
362 miles
Average per year
5,369 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,909 miles
  • 2024 – 156,547 miles
  • 2023 – 155,385 miles
  • 2022 – 151,199 miles
  • 2021 – 146,778 miles
  • 2020 – 143,508 miles
  • 2019 – 141,128 miles
  • 2018 – 138,608 miles
  • 2017 – 136,040 miles
  • 2016 – 133,351 miles
  • 2015 – 131,167 miles
  • 2014 – 127,478 miles
  • 2013 – 124,268 miles
  • 2012 – 120,757 miles
  • 2011 – 117,585 miles
  • 2010 – 114,940 miles
  • 2009 – 111,018 miles
  • 2008 – 103,489 miles
  • 2007 – 79,931 miles
  • 2006 – 52,491 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,909 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 Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

26 tests since 10 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,909 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    156,909 miles
    Test number
    588479643129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass156,547 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    156,547 miles
    Test number
    588250503901
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Fail156,547 miles (+1,162)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,547 miles
    Test number
    128545657784
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Front Arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass155,385 miles (+4,186)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    155,385 miles
    Test number
    790270449457
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Pass151,199 miles (+4,421)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    151,199 miles
    Test number
    696700985987
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front lower front arm bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass146,778 miles (+3,270)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    146,778 miles
    Test number
    956370029539
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  7. Pass143,508 miles (+2,380)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    143,508 miles
    Test number
    392308173376
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both side (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass141,128 miles (+2,520)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    141,128 miles
    Test number
    167211554079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass138,608 miles (+2,568)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    138,608 miles
    Test number
    261503864223
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides lower front ball joint slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass136,040 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    136,040 miles
    Test number
    582882463035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail136,040 miles (+2,689)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,040 miles
    Test number
    485539352141
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
  12. Pass133,351 miles (+2,184)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    133,351 miles
    Test number
    428666228547

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass131,167 miles (+3,689)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    131,167 miles
    Test number
    914124021998
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bearing (2.4.G.2)
  14. Pass127,478 miles (+3,210)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    127,478 miles
    Test number
    836514644205

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,268 miles (+3,511)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    124,268 miles
    Test number
    375110053225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass120,757 miles (+51)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    120,757 miles
    Test number
    395445952228

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail120,706 miles (+3,121)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,706 miles
    Test number
    399799142252
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
  18. Pass117,585 miles (+2,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    117,585 miles
    Test number
    759155251291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  19. Pass114,940 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    114,940 miles
    Test number
    342536950252

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail114,923 miles (+3,905)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,923 miles
    Test number
    894812150217
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
  21. Pass111,018 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    111,018 miles
    Test number
    370958259475
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges
  22. Fail111,018 miles (+7,529)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,018 miles
    Test number
    234787859285
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges
  23. Pass103,489 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    103,489 miles
    Test number
    940798398238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail103,489 miles (+23,558)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,489 miles
    Test number
    244248098261
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  25. Pass79,931 miles (+27,440)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    79,931 miles
    Test number
    353560847450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass52,491 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    52,491 miles
    Test number
    870042026294
    • NoteO/s/r & n/s/r tyres worn on inner edges

Questions about T30 SCS

Does T30 SCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T30 SCS is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T30 SCS?
The MOT on T30 SCS is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T30 SCS done?
T30 SCS was recorded at 156,909 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 5,369 miles a year.
Has T30 SCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T30 SCS has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on T30 SCS 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 T30 SCS find?
T30 SCS passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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