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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

X17 ECWMOT history

X17 ECW is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 2 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 25 Mar 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 159,185 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Mar 2026.

X17 ECW black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Mar 2027
Mileage
159,185 mi
At MOT on 26 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
6,382 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X17 ECW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
2 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X17 ECW was last recorded at 159,185 miles on 26 Mar 2026, 9,808 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
149,377 miles · 17 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
9,808 miles
Average per year
6,382 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 159,185 miles
  • 2024 – 149,377 miles
  • 2023 – 139,827 miles
  • 2022 – 131,521 miles
  • 2021 – 121,624 miles
  • 2020 – 116,014 miles
  • 2019 – 114,488 miles
  • 2018 – 110,230 miles
  • 2017 – 103,116 miles
  • 2016 – 98,181 miles
  • 2015 – 90,720 miles
  • 2014 – 83,685 miles
  • 2012 – 73,924 miles
  • 2011 – 68,842 miles
  • 2010 – 59,758 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass159,185 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

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 has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2023

Full MOT history

18 tests since 27 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass159,185 miles (+9,808)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    159,185 miles
    Test number
    519643228378
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both. (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass149,377 miles (+9,550)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    149,377 miles
    Test number
    835419211280

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass139,827 miles (+8,306)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    139,827 miles
    Test number
    757008599017
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose retaining clip deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose retaining clip deteriorated

  4. Pass131,521 miles (+9,897)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    131,521 miles
    Test number
    252403595553
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Tyre has slight wear to inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering rack gaiter perishing

  5. Pass121,624 miles (+5,610)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    121,624 miles
    Test number
    770609339091
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.2.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAdvise handbrake adjustment

  6. Pass116,014 miles (+1,526)
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    116,014 miles
    Test number
    799571450766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass114,488 miles (+4,258)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    114,488 miles
    Test number
    573174563959
    • AdvisorySuspension arm ball joint has slight play nearside and offside front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass110,230 miles (+7,114)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    110,230 miles
    Test number
    866981477192
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass103,116 miles (+4,935)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    103,116 miles
    Test number
    591022182862
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

  10. Pass98,181 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    606159108600
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  11. Fail98,181 miles (+7,461)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,181 miles
    Test number
    966629678193
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryN/s no plate light dim

  12. Pass90,720 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    709752445083
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail90,720 miles (+7,035)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,720 miles
    Test number
    706581345003
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass83,685 miles (+9,761)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    83,685 miles
    Test number
    149230034431
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass73,924 miles (+5,082)
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    73,924 miles
    Test number
    205756252262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail68,842 miles1 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    346954141441
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass68,842 miles (+9,084)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    357654141460
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  18. Pass59,758 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    59,758 miles
    Test number
    160329730232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X17 ECW

Does X17 ECW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X17 ECW is valid until 25 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X17 ECW?
The MOT on X17 ECW is valid until 25 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X17 ECW done?
X17 ECW was recorded at 159,185 miles at its MOT on 26 Mar 2026, an average of 6,382 miles a year.
Has X17 ECW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X17 ECW has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2016.
Has the mileage on X17 ECW 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 X17 ECW find?
X17 ECW passed its latest MOT on 26 Mar 2026 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; offside rear nail in tyre; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule, and 1 more.

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