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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

X27 MDBMOT history

X27 MDB is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Mar 2006. Its MOT is valid until 29 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 22 MOT tests, with 70,761 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

X27 MDB black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Mar 2027
Mileage
70,761 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
22
18 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,241 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X27 MDB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
1 Mar 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X27 MDB was last recorded at 70,761 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 655 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,106 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
655 miles
Average per year
3,241 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,761 miles
  • 2025 – 70,106 miles
  • 2023 – 69,322 miles
  • 2022 – 68,705 miles
  • 2021 – 67,205 miles
  • 2020 – 65,172 miles
  • 2019 – 63,276 miles
  • 2018 – 59,901 miles
  • 2017 – 57,614 miles
  • 2016 – 47,321 miles
  • 2015 – 43,820 miles
  • 2014 – 40,054 miles
  • 2013 – 36,378 miles
  • 2012 – 31,305 miles
  • 2011 – 25,802 miles
  • 2010 – 21,301 miles
  • 2009 – 15,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,761 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp broken
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

22 tests since 19 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass70,761 miles (+655)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    70,761 miles
    Test number
    113931459497
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear lamp broken
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass70,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    70,106 miles
    Test number
    909745427841

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail70,106 miles (+784)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,106 miles
    Test number
    341791296222
    • Repaired at testCentral Front Direction indicator not working both (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) missing (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass69,322 miles (+617)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    69,322 miles
    Test number
    736025185607
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass68,705 miles (+1,500)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    68,705 miles
    Test number
    849212837604
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL TYRES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass67,205 miles (+2,033)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    67,205 miles
    Test number
    981496629880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  7. Pass65,172 miles (+1,896)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    65,172 miles
    Test number
    888614297070
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass63,276 miles (+3,375)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    63,276 miles
    Test number
    729564808740
    • AdvisorySILL COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED

  9. Pass59,901 miles (+2,287)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    59,901 miles
    Test number
    182922671125
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDER-TRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass57,614 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    57,614 miles
    Test number
    815767309604
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing the inspection of some item

  11. Fail57,614 miles (+3,773)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,614 miles
    Test number
    378794954514
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted preventing the inspection of some item

  12. Pass53,841 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    53,841 miles
    Test number
    830393993003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,841 miles (+6,520)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,841 miles
    Test number
    244026243571
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass47,321 miles (+3,501)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    47,321 miles
    Test number
    441939296016
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres have age cracking
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre is bold on edges
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure warning light on dash

  15. Pass43,820 miles (+3,766)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    43,820 miles
    Test number
    257392265074
    • NoteBoth front tyres have age cracking
    • NoteNearside front tyre is wearing on outre edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre is bold on outer edge

  16. Pass40,054 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    40,054 miles
    Test number
    785691154046
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  17. Fail40,054 miles (+3,676)1 failure2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,054 miles
    Test number
    457011554024
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteHeadlamp masks/converters fitted

  18. Pass36,378 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    36,378 miles
    Test number
    146562153445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass31,305 miles (+5,503)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    31,305 miles
    Test number
    909024452049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass25,802 miles (+4,501)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    25,802 miles
    Test number
    349321161006
    • NoteBoth rear tyres staring to wear on the inside edge.

  21. Pass21,301 miles (+5,983)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    21,301 miles
    Test number
    534942760002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass15,318 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    15,318 miles
    Test number
    991670759007
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

Questions about X27 MDB

Does X27 MDB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X27 MDB is valid until 29 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X27 MDB?
The MOT on X27 MDB is valid until 29 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X27 MDB done?
X27 MDB was recorded at 70,761 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 3,241 miles a year.
Has X27 MDB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X27 MDB has failed 4 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on X27 MDB 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 X27 MDB find?
X27 MDB passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside rear lamp broken; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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