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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

VSU 172MOT history

VSU 172 is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 27 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 8 Oct 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 126,524 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Sept 2026.

VSU 172 black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Oct 2027
Mileage
126,524 mi
At MOT on 10 Sept 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,762 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
VSU 172
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
27 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

VSU 172 was last recorded at 126,524 miles on 10 Sept 2026, 4,604 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
121,920 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,604 miles
Average per year
6,762 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 126,524 miles
  • 2025 – 121,920 miles
  • 2024 – 116,883 miles
  • 2023 – 110,321 miles
  • 2022 – 104,725 miles
  • 2021 – 96,477 miles
  • 2020 – 93,169 miles
  • 2019 – 84,930 miles
  • 2018 – 79,051 miles
  • 2017 – 72,308 miles
  • 2016 – 64,314 miles
  • 2015 – 56,166 miles
  • 2014 – 49,174 miles
  • 2013 – 39,804 miles
  • 2012 – 28,489 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,524 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Rear fog lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

20 tests since 12 Mar 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,524 miles (+4,604)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    126,524 miles
    Test number
    948626669291
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  2. Pass121,920 miles (+5,037)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    121,920 miles
    Test number
    114196088327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass116,883 miles (+6,562)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    116,883 miles
    Test number
    902040393400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass110,321 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    110,321 miles
    Test number
    116941101774
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail110,321 miles (+5,596)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,321 miles
    Test number
    291193179071
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass104,725 miles (+8,248)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    104,725 miles
    Test number
    223814715133
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass96,477 miles (+3,308)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    96,477 miles
    Test number
    352551230611

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass93,169 miles (+1,773)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,169 miles
    Test number
    303601331756

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass91,396 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    91,396 miles
    Test number
    589495601788
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  10. Fail91,394 miles (+6,464)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,394 miles
    Test number
    643100638706
    • MajorNearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))

  11. Pass84,930 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    917191384603
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Fail84,930 miles (+5,879)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,930 miles
    Test number
    529985050674
    • MajorNearside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass79,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    382656471509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail79,051 miles (+6,743)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,051 miles
    Test number
    420211299938
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass72,308 miles (+7,994)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    72,308 miles
    Test number
    221715730880
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) obscured but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3c)

  16. Pass64,314 miles (+8,148)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    64,314 miles
    Test number
    408674093667
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted and full belly trays fitted
    • AdvisoryOff side front tyre worn on outside edge

  17. Pass56,166 miles (+6,992)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    56,166 miles
    Test number
    165318535043
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass49,174 miles (+9,370)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    49,174 miles
    Test number
    266424144038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,804 miles (+11,315)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    39,804 miles
    Test number
    138003563029
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteWear to all tyres on edges

  20. Pass28,489 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    28,489 miles
    Test number
    376952172079
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Questions about VSU 172

What vehicle is registration VSU 172 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show VSU 172 on a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 27 Mar 2009. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does VSU 172 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on VSU 172 is valid until 8 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on VSU 172?
The MOT on VSU 172 is valid until 8 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has VSU 172 done?
VSU 172 was recorded at 126,524 miles at its MOT on 10 Sept 2026, an average of 6,762 miles a year.
Has VSU 172 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. VSU 172 has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on VSU 172 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 VSU 172 find?
VSU 172 passed its latest MOT on 10 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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