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BMW X5

Beige · Diesel · 2005 · 2,926 cc

T3 DULMOT history

T3 DUL is a beige diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 160,586 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,586 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
6,053 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T3 DUL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Beige
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
31 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T3 DUL was last recorded at 160,586 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 5,574 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 20 May 2016: 65,022 miles, lower than 92,536 miles on 30 May 2015.

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
155,012 miles · 26 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
5,574 miles
Average per year
6,053 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,586 miles
  • 2025 – 155,012 miles
  • 2022 – 148,461 miles
  • 2021 – 136,526 miles
  • 2020 – 131,112 miles
  • 2019 – 123,654 miles
  • 2018 – 117,600 miles
  • 2017 – 107,886 miles
  • 2016 – 100,195 miles
  • 2015 – 92,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,586 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency effective but on limitRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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 Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022

  • Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

13 tests since 30 May 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,586 miles (+5,574)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,586 miles
    Test number
    280215056885
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency effective but on limit

  2. Pass155,012 miles (+6,551)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    155,012 miles
    Test number
    402807121315
    • MinorFront passenger door catch deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency effective but on limit

  3. Pass148,461 miles (+1,044)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    148,461 miles
    Test number
    959594857270
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Fail147,417 miles (+10,891)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,417 miles
    Test number
    896981336654
    • MajorNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  5. Pass136,526 miles (+83)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    136,526 miles
    Test number
    486296348806
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency effective but on limit

  6. Fail136,443 miles (+5,331)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,443 miles
    Test number
    346859076482
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryHandbrake efficiency effective but on limit

  7. Pass131,112 miles (+7,458)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    131,112 miles
    Test number
    858454077147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,654 miles (+6,054)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    123,654 miles
    Test number
    424959184923
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  9. Pass117,600 miles (+9,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    117,600 miles
    Test number
    527490425640
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass107,886 miles (+7,691)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,886 miles
    Test number
    397546744926
    • AdvisoryOffside Front rear straight arm ball joint slight movement
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted

  11. Pass100,195 miles (+35,173)
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,195 miles
    Test number
    291121089650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass65,022 miles (-27,514)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2017
    Odometer
    65,022 miles
    Test number
    939736051568

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass92,536 miles7 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2016
    Odometer
    92,536 miles
    Test number
    975780855121
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about T3 DUL

Does T3 DUL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T3 DUL is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T3 DUL?
The MOT on T3 DUL is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T3 DUL done?
T3 DUL was recorded at 160,586 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 6,053 miles a year.
Has T3 DUL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T3 DUL has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T3 DUL ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 20 May 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on T3 DUL find?
T3 DUL passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced; offside front position lamp light intensity obviously reduced, and 2 more.

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