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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

T31 AARMOT history

T31 AAR is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 30 Jul 2009. Its MOT is valid until 24 Feb 2027 and it has passed 14 of 22 MOT tests, with 147,096 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 24 Feb 2027
Mileage
147,096 mi
At MOT on 25 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
14 passed · 8 failed
Per year
8,814 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 AAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Jul 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 AAR was last recorded at 147,096 miles on 25 Feb 2026, 5,421 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,675 miles · 20 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,421 miles
Average per year
8,814 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 147,096 miles
  • 2025 – 141,675 miles
  • 2024 – 136,036 miles
  • 2023 – 129,989 miles
  • 2022 – 121,692 miles
  • 2021 – 113,235 miles
  • 2019 – 103,525 miles
  • 2018 – 97,304 miles
  • 2017 – 87,861 miles
  • 2016 – 80,606 miles
  • 2015 – 72,797 miles
  • 2014 – 60,424 miles
  • 2013 – 43,357 miles
  • 2012 – 26,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass147,096 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))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.

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

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Electronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2017

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass147,096 miles2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    147,096 miles
    Test number
    887253203699
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail147,096 miles (+5,421)1 repaired2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,096 miles
    Test number
    518552373049
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass141,675 miles (+5)4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    141,675 miles
    Test number
    394380578649
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail141,670 miles (+5,634)1 dangerous4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,670 miles
    Test number
    684515240524
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed Also at 1.6mm (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Excessive Grease round cv joints

  5. Pass136,036 miles (+6,047)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    136,036 miles
    Test number
    121862368836
    • MinorRear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning both sides (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass129,989 miles (+13)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    129,989 miles
    Test number
    977926753586
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail129,976 miles (+8,284)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,976 miles
    Test number
    285780776051
    • MajorElectronic parking brake control defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated doesn't hold when operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • MajorElectronic parking brake warning indicates a malfunction (1.1.6 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass121,692 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    121,692 miles
    Test number
    712439424235
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Fail121,692 miles (+8,457)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,692 miles
    Test number
    758109089788
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions inside out (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge worn and has a nail (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass113,235 miles (+9,710)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    113,235 miles
    Test number
    789172147170
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass103,525 miles (+6,221)
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    103,525 miles
    Test number
    192043705850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    97,304 miles
    Test number
    398888382885
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail97,304 miles (+9,443)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,304 miles
    Test number
    286731038758
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass87,861 miles (+7,255)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    87,861 miles
    Test number
    420406357160
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass80,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    271287633669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail80,606 miles (+7,809)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,606 miles
    Test number
    139945426342
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass72,797 miles (+6)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    72,797 miles
    Test number
    647078245111
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  18. Fail72,791 miles (+12,367)1 dangerous3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,791 miles
    Test number
    768417245143
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Pass60,424 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    60,424 miles
    Test number
    637838564192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail60,423 miles (+17,066)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,423 miles
    Test number
    317178064106
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass43,357 miles (+16,706)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    43,357 miles
    Test number
    428175673108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass26,651 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,651 miles
    Test number
    676669472193
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T31 AAR

Does T31 AAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 AAR is valid until 24 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 AAR?
The MOT on T31 AAR is valid until 24 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 AAR done?
T31 AAR was recorded at 147,096 miles at its MOT on 25 Feb 2026, an average of 8,814 miles a year.
Has T31 AAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 AAR has failed 8 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on T31 AAR 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 T31 AAR find?
T31 AAR passed its latest MOT on 25 Feb 2026 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: headlamp lens slightly defective both sides; rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; oil leak, but not excessive, and 1 more.

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