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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X55 GOWMOT history

X55 GOW is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 24 Mar 2005. Its MOT is valid until 27 Jun 2027 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 153,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

X55 GOW black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Jun 2027
Mileage
153,123 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X55 GOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
24 Mar 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X55 GOW was last recorded at 153,123 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 2,387 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,736 miles · 28 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
2,387 miles
Average per year
6,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 153,123 miles
  • 2025 – 150,736 miles
  • 2024 – 146,732 miles
  • 2023 – 141,994 miles
  • 2022 – 138,459 miles
  • 2021 – 135,062 miles
  • 2020 – 131,807 miles
  • 2019 – 127,270 miles
  • 2018 – 121,349 miles
  • 2017 – 116,340 miles
  • 2016 – 110,839 miles
  • 2015 – 103,697 miles
  • 2014 – 97,646 miles
  • 2013 – 86,017 miles
  • 2012 – 61,113 miles
  • 2010 – 47,149 miles
  • 2009 – 41,252 miles
  • 2008 – 34,466 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass153,123 miles
  • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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.

  • Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass153,123 miles (+2,387)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    153,123 miles
    Test number
    321133560839
    • MinorCentral Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass150,736 miles (+5)3 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    150,736 miles
    Test number
    994865367485
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  3. Fail150,731 miles (+3,999)5 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,731 miles
    Test number
    643701736461
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective Both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass146,732 miles4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    146,732 miles
    Test number
    797171157270
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strongly advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  5. Fail146,732 miles (+4,738)2 major4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,732 miles
    Test number
    520916258075
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement strongly advise (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  6. Pass141,994 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    141,994 miles
    Test number
    955509372843
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail141,994 miles (+3,535)1 dangerous5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,994 miles
    Test number
    996874189166
    • DangerousRear Tyre has ply or cords exposed both sides 285/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass138,459 miles (+3,397)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    138,459 miles
    Test number
    297312757520
    • MinorNearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass135,062 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    135,062 miles
    Test number
    819832642995
    • AdvisoryParking brake Efficiency only just met 16%. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides close to cords or ply 285/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted/ Engine covers fitted unable to inspect some component

  10. Fail135,062 miles (+3,255)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,062 miles
    Test number
    381869348130
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryParking brake Efficiency only just met 16%. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides close to cords or ply 285/45/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted/ Engine covers fitted unable to inspect some component

  11. Pass131,807 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    131,807 miles
    Test number
    560311543028
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail131,807 miles (+4,537)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,807 miles
    Test number
    572050518485
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords marked with yellow chalk (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge close to cords or ply (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass127,270 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,270 miles
    Test number
    165346020397
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  14. Fail127,250 miles (+5,901)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,250 miles
    Test number
    881380135920
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative level sensor o/s/f detatched (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  15. Pass121,349 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2019
    Odometer
    121,349 miles
    Test number
    386139671091
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  16. Fail121,349 miles (+5,009)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,349 miles
    Test number
    434538443246
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  17. Pass116,340 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2018
    Odometer
    116,340 miles
    Test number
    332579095540
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door mirror slightly inseucre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met requirements 17%
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  18. Fail116,340 miles (+5,501)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,340 miles
    Test number
    670550286043
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Door mirror slightly inseucre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre wearing on the outer edge
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency has only just met requirements 17%
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  19. Pass110,839 miles (+7,142)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2017
    Odometer
    110,839 miles
    Test number
    301054885673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass103,697 miles (+6,051)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    103,697 miles
    Test number
    218425915144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass97,646 miles (+11,629)
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    97,646 miles
    Test number
    535476624187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,017 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    86,017 miles
    Test number
    575261333010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail86,016 miles (+24,903)1 dangerous3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,016 miles
    Test number
    205301133026
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn low on outer edge.

  24. Pass61,113 miles (+13,964)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    61,113 miles
    Test number
    145905142045
    • NoteLight wear on edge of nearside front tyre.

  25. Pass47,149 miles (+5,897)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    47,149 miles
    Test number
    663052900359
    • NoteHanbrake rearing low
    • NoteN/s rear inner wheel rim damaged

  26. Pass41,252 miles (+6,786)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    41,252 miles
    Test number
    143860669209
    • NoteHandbrake perfomance on limit
    • NoteN/s rear and n/s front inner wheel bead damaged

  27. Pass34,466 miles (+2,146)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    34,466 miles
    Test number
    390144658226

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass32,320 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    32,320 miles
    Test number
    231411098030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X55 GOW

Does X55 GOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X55 GOW is valid until 27 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on X55 GOW?
The MOT on X55 GOW is valid until 27 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X55 GOW done?
X55 GOW was recorded at 153,123 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 6,626 miles a year.
Has X55 GOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X55 GOW has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on X55 GOW 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 X55 GOW find?
X55 GOW passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: central front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view.

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