BMW logo

BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

V26 MDHMOT history

V26 MDH is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 25 Nov 2004. Its MOT is valid until 21 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 93,178 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Dec 2025.

V26 MDH silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 Dec 2026
Mileage
93,178 mi
At MOT on 22 Dec 2025
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,213 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for V26 MDH in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
V26 MDH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V26 MDH was last recorded at 93,178 miles on 22 Dec 2025, 80 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,098 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
80 miles
Average per year
4,213 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 93,178 miles
  • 2024 – 90,946 miles
  • 2023 – 88,929 miles
  • 2022 – 85,245 miles
  • 2021 – 81,221 miles
  • 2020 – 79,064 miles
  • 2019 – 76,904 miles
  • 2018 – 73,455 miles
  • 2017 – 68,779 miles
  • 2016 – 63,080 miles
  • 2015 – 58,269 miles
  • 2014 – 52,320 miles
  • 2013 – 47,505 miles
  • 2012 – 42,265 miles
  • 2011 – 36,503 miles
  • 2010 – 31,906 miles
  • 2009 – 26,887 miles
  • 2008 – 22,350 miles
  • 2007 – 16,970 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,178 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Centre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Offside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

23 tests since 20 Nov 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,178 miles (+80)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    93,178 miles
    Test number
    772570128731
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail93,098 miles (+2,152)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,098 miles
    Test number
    720375681126
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened by mounting just in front of rear wheel (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass90,946 miles (+2,017)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    90,946 miles
    Test number
    953972481541
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm 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))

  4. Pass88,929 miles (+3,684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    88,929 miles
    Test number
    878699890440
    • AdvisoryN/S/F tyre worn outer tread
    • AdvisoryRear tyre's worn inner tread

  5. Pass85,245 miles (+4,024)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,245 miles
    Test number
    887271762721
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S and O/S (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear tyres worn inner edges
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Both - Fading/delaminating (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass81,221 miles (+2,157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    81,221 miles
    Test number
    401770455946
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust heat shield insecure

  7. Pass79,064 miles (+2,160)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    79,064 miles
    Test number
    386964598149
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play BOTH REAR TOP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside front shock absorber weak

  8. Pass76,904 miles (+3,449)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    76,904 miles
    Test number
    251652205895
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass73,455 miles (+4,676)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    73,455 miles
    Test number
    131580537137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  10. Pass68,779 miles (+5,699)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    68,779 miles
    Test number
    116108871566
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass63,080 miles (+4,811)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    63,080 miles
    Test number
    201437145667
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  12. Pass58,269 miles (+5,949)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    58,269 miles
    Test number
    739900214953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass52,320 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    52,320 miles
    Test number
    459586614475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail52,310 miles (+4,805)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,310 miles
    Test number
    495661514472
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass47,505 miles (+5,240)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    47,505 miles
    Test number
    579826413353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,265 miles (+5,762)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    42,265 miles
    Test number
    498639512391
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass36,503 miles (+1)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    36,503 miles
    Test number
    128966121332
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteO/s/f wing mirror slightly loose

  18. Fail36,502 miles (+4,596)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,502 miles
    Test number
    776945721390
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteO/s/f wing mirror slightly loose

  19. Pass31,906 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    31,906 miles
    Test number
    723213910334
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing low -not to mot failure limit.
    • NoteAll tyre tread areas showing signs of cracking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side wall slight damage

  20. Fail31,905 miles (+5,018)1 failure2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,905 miles
    Test number
    553753110330
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteAll brake pads wearing low -not to mot failure limit.
    • NoteAll tyre tread areas showing signs of cracking
    • NoteO/s/f tyre side wall slight damage

  21. Pass26,887 miles (+4,537)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    26,887 miles
    Test number
    111360009342

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,350 miles (+5,380)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    22,350 miles
    Test number
    143081508314
    • NoteCut in tyre tread of n/s rear tyre
    • NoteCuts in sidewalls of both front and o/s rear tyre

  23. Pass16,970 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    16,970 miles
    Test number
    463814427414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V26 MDH

Does V26 MDH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V26 MDH is valid until 21 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on V26 MDH?
The MOT on V26 MDH is valid until 21 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V26 MDH done?
V26 MDH was recorded at 93,178 miles at its MOT on 22 Dec 2025, an average of 4,213 miles a year.
Has V26 MDH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V26 MDH has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on V26 MDH 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 V26 MDH find?
V26 MDH passed its latest MOT on 22 Dec 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

Related registrations

Browse all V26M registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.