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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X50 SCAMOT history

X50 SCA is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 175,308 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

X50 SCA black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jul 2027
Mileage
175,308 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,741 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X50 SCA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X50 SCA was last recorded at 175,308 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 170 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,138 miles · 15 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
170 miles
Average per year
6,741 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,308 miles
  • 2023 – 175,138 miles
  • 2022 – 170,850 miles
  • 2020 – 153,518 miles
  • 2019 – 146,644 miles
  • 2018 – 137,165 miles
  • 2017 – 126,166 miles
  • 2016 – 117,392 miles
  • 2015 – 108,649 miles
  • 2014 – 96,748 miles
  • 2012 – 83,021 miles
  • 2011 – 71,434 miles
  • 2010 – 65,334 miles
  • 2009 – 62,833 miles
  • 2008 – 55,729 miles
  • 2006 – 42,204 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,308 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive & Corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

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 Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

22 tests since 24 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,308 miles2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    175,308 miles
    Test number
    849125707102
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive & Corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  2. Fail175,308 miles (+170)1 repaired2 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,308 miles
    Test number
    805146912422
    • Repaired at testAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive & Corroded (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnderside generally corroded

  3. Pass175,138 miles (+4,288)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    175,138 miles
    Test number
    818932002379
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass170,850 miles (+17,332)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    170,850 miles
    Test number
    576267328042
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside 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))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass153,518 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    153,518 miles
    Test number
    482734099077
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail153,518 miles (+6,874)1 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,518 miles
    Test number
    723211569659
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass146,644 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    146,644 miles
    Test number
    282613397340
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail146,644 miles (+9,479)2 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,644 miles
    Test number
    953538393901
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both side (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass137,165 miles (+10,999)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2019
    Odometer
    137,165 miles
    Test number
    714850100697

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass126,166 miles (+8,774)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    126,166 miles
    Test number
    439800493279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass117,392 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    851779601008
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  12. Fail117,392 miles (+8,743)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,392 miles
    Test number
    468450317581
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  13. Fail108,649 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,649 miles
    Test number
    585718125031
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass108,649 miles (+11,901)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    108,649 miles
    Test number
    935778225055
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass96,748 miles (+88)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    96,748 miles
    Test number
    676870434078
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Fail96,660 miles (+13,639)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,660 miles
    Test number
    785758624028
    • FailureNearside Headlamp incorrect colour (1.7.5b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass83,021 miles (+11,587)
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    83,021 miles
    Test number
    647987042371

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass71,434 miles (+6,100)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    71,434 miles
    Test number
    425179431473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass65,334 miles (+2,501)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    65,334 miles
    Test number
    413411620486

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass62,833 miles (+7,104)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    62,833 miles
    Test number
    962583219218
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass55,729 miles (+13,525)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    55,729 miles
    Test number
    641737258133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass42,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    42,204 miles
    Test number
    634777996257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X50 SCA

Does X50 SCA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X50 SCA is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X50 SCA?
The MOT on X50 SCA is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X50 SCA done?
X50 SCA was recorded at 175,308 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 6,741 miles a year.
Has X50 SCA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X50 SCA has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X50 SCA 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 X50 SCA find?
X50 SCA passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 2 minor defects and 10 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; offside obligatory mirror slightly loose; front play in steering rack inner joint(s), and 9 more.

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