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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X37 FALMOT history

X37 FAL is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 30 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 123,973 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2024.

X37 FAL blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 23 Feb 2025
Mileage
123,973 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2018
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,805 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X37 FAL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
30 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

X37 FAL was last recorded at 123,973 miles on 17 Dec 2018, 3,255 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Nov 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,718 miles · 15 Nov 2017
Between the last two tests
3,255 miles
Average per year
5,805 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2018 – 123,973 miles
  • 2017 – 120,718 miles
  • 2016 – 116,451 miles
  • 2015 – 111,072 miles
  • 2014 – 106,333 miles
  • 2013 – 100,681 miles
  • 2011 – 88,656 miles
  • 2009 – 76,008 miles
  • 2008 – 70,959 miles
  • 2007 – 65,270 miles
  • 2006 – 53,008 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2006–2009

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive diff

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

21 tests since 26 Sept 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    393055984792
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted not allowing full inspection

  2. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    310937621336
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  3. FailMileage not read2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    671409054897
    • Repaired at testOffside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    430857574038
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. FailMileage not read1 dangerous5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    671171455665
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass123,973 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    123,973 miles
    Test number
    442047189021
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  7. Fail123,973 miles (+3,255)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,973 miles
    Test number
    743118212322
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  8. Pass120,718 miles (+4,267)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    120,718 miles
    Test number
    612537946647
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cut on outer wall
    • AdvisoryHandbrake 17% near limit
    • AdvisoryHandbrake 17% near limit
    • AdvisoryHeadlights weak

  9. Pass116,451 miles (+5,379)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,451 miles
    Test number
    790222778262
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  10. Pass111,072 miles (+4,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    111,072 miles
    Test number
    984873548165
    • AdvisoryNearside & offside headlight weak

  11. Pass106,333 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    106,333 miles
    Test number
    205355894243
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Fail106,332 miles (+5,651)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,332 miles
    Test number
    849435494215
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Pass100,681 miles (+89)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    100,681 miles
    Test number
    957141213380
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Fail100,592 miles (+11,936)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,592 miles
    Test number
    358922903344
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureStop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  15. Pass88,656 miles (+12,648)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    88,656 miles
    Test number
    476720321419
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass76,008 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    76,008 miles
    Test number
    482430709481
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Fail76,008 miles (+5,049)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,008 miles
    Test number
    174850409398
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testRear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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.C.1b)

  18. Pass70,959 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    70,959 miles
    Test number
    781081838303
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  19. Fail70,959 miles (+5,689)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,959 miles
    Test number
    192060738372
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass65,270 miles (+12,262)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    65,270 miles
    Test number
    454770817469
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass53,008 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    53,008 miles
    Test number
    163779566284
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about X37 FAL

Does X37 FAL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X37 FAL expired on 23 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X37 FAL?
The MOT on X37 FAL expired on 23 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X37 FAL done?
X37 FAL was recorded at 123,973 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2018, an average of 5,805 miles a year.
Has X37 FAL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X37 FAL has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2022.
Has the mileage on X37 FAL 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 X37 FAL find?
X37 FAL passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2024 with 3 advisories: rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin; undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection.

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