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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,926 cc

T500 BAYMOT history

T500 BAY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 15 Jul 2008. Its MOT is valid until 14 Sept 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 122,983 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Sept 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 14 Sept 2027
Mileage
122,983 mi
At MOT on 15 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,520 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T500 BAY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
15 Jul 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T500 BAY was last recorded at 122,983 miles on 15 Sept 2026, 8,518 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,465 miles · 9 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,518 miles
Average per year
6,520 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,983 miles
  • 2025 – 114,465 miles
  • 2024 – 106,194 miles
  • 2023 – 100,622 miles
  • 2022 – 95,099 miles
  • 2021 – 88,584 miles
  • 2020 – 81,050 miles
  • 2019 – 76,158 miles
  • 2018 – 69,781 miles
  • 2017 – 63,227 miles
  • 2016 – 55,743 miles
  • 2015 – 48,937 miles
  • 2014 – 44,671 miles
  • 2013 – 38,719 miles
  • 2012 – 30,415 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,983 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Foremost arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 4 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,983 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    122,983 miles
    Test number
    573255782730
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Foremost arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  2. Fail122,983 miles (+8,518)1 dangerous1 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,983 miles
    Test number
    287901126701
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Bulged around inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut to cords on outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Foremost arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Very low on inner and outer, tread starting to melt and peel (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  3. Pass114,465 miles (+8,271)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    114,465 miles
    Test number
    246559704930
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Sidewall structure worn (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  4. Pass106,194 miles (+5,572)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    106,194 miles
    Test number
    889030556464
    • AdvisoryAdvisory engine cover and under tray cover fitted
  5. Pass100,622 miles (+5,523)
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    100,622 miles
    Test number
    706282839524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,099 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    95,099 miles
    Test number
    260593616918
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Fail95,094 miles (+10)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,094 miles
    Test number
    649786946780
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail95,084 miles (+6,500)2 dangerous3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,084 miles
    Test number
    360751930835
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm TREAD (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed DUE TO CUT IN OUTER EDGE 275/40ZR20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Upper Steering column top bearing slightly worn SLIGHT PLAY UP AND DOWN (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront UPON BRAKE TEST, FOUND STEERING HAS A HEAVY FEEL,AND MOVEMENT IN FRONT WHEELS !! POSSIBLE WEAK /DEFECTIVE BUSH ON FRONT SUSPENSION,NOT IDENTIFIABLE WITH VEHICLE ON RAMP,OR RAISED.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge TREAD,AND BALD PAST CENTRE 3/4 REQUIREMENTS.315/35R20 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front V.I.D. STICKER ON B PILLAR DAMAGED AND UN-READABLE
    • AdvisoryUNDERSHIELDS FRONT TO REAR,AND ENGINE COVERS FITTED,COVERING SOME COMPONANTS
  9. Pass88,584 miles (+7,534)3 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    88,584 miles
    Test number
    584335887148
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface minor damage (4.8.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
  10. Pass81,050 miles (+4,892)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    81,050 miles
    Test number
    198808825447

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass76,158 miles (+6,377)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,158 miles
    Test number
    904260135363

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass69,781 miles (+6,554)
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    69,781 miles
    Test number
    687752511329

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass63,227 miles (+7,484)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,227 miles
    Test number
    461681501266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass55,743 miles (+6,806)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    55,743 miles
    Test number
    454858637260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,937 miles (+4,266)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    48,937 miles
    Test number
    229079405293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass44,671 miles (+5,952)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    44,671 miles
    Test number
    806243634213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,719 miles (+8,304)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    38,719 miles
    Test number
    526620443231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass30,415 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,415 miles
    Test number
    269916682124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T500 BAY

Does T500 BAY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T500 BAY is valid until 14 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T500 BAY?
The MOT on T500 BAY is valid until 14 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T500 BAY done?
T500 BAY was recorded at 122,983 miles at its MOT on 15 Sept 2026, an average of 6,520 miles a year.
Has T500 BAY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T500 BAY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on T500 BAY 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 T500 BAY find?
T500 BAY passed its latest MOT on 15 Sept 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated foremost arm; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear road wheel slightly distorted, and 1 more.

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