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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,619 cc

X59 BLBMOT history

X59 BLB is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 19 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 166,202 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2026.

X59 BLB black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 19 Jul 2027
Mileage
166,202 mi
At MOT on 8 Mar 2021
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
8,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X59 BLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,619 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
19 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X59 BLB was last recorded at 166,202 miles on 8 Mar 2021, 18,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Oct 2017.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,384 miles · 13 Oct 2017
Between the last two tests
18,818 miles
Average per year
8,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 166,202 miles
  • 2017 – 147,384 miles
  • 2013 – 133,318 miles
  • 2012 – 124,585 miles
  • 2011 – 111,101 miles
  • 2010 – 99,547 miles
  • 2009 – 81,535 miles
  • 2008 – 69,175 miles
  • 2007 – 51,081 miles
  • 2006 – 34,443 miles

What the latest MOT found

PassPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened allx4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryEngine has miss fire but passed emissions ok

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.

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

22 tests since 25 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    216936467833
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened allx4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has miss fire but passed emissions ok

  2. FailMileage not read1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    785762702028
    • Repaired at testSeat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened allx4 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine has miss fire but passed emissions ok

  3. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    822736234203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. FailMileage not read4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    532610324213
    • MajorEmissions not tested car overheating (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass166,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    166,202 miles
    Test number
    878942714989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    721907962375
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. FailMileage not read4 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    268728913187
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    994965525152
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass147,384 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    300728561248
    • 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)

  10. Fail147,384 miles9 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,384 miles
    Test number
    490618317375
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • 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)

  11. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    217643734249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass133,318 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    133,318 miles
    Test number
    327865523340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail133,318 miles (+8,733)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,318 miles
    Test number
    358634323384
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass124,585 miles (+13,484)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    124,585 miles
    Test number
    136476062285
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass111,101 miles (+11,554)
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    111,101 miles
    Test number
    795803351269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass99,547 miles (+18,012)6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    99,547 miles
    Test number
    860755090165
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • Note1 x horn inop
    • NoteFront brake discs plus pads worn

  17. Pass81,535 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    81,535 miles
    Test number
    321384969146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,535 miles (+12,360)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,535 miles
    Test number
    462633569101
    • DangerousOffside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  19. Pass69,175 miles (+223)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    69,175 miles
    Test number
    280179668139
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)

  20. Fail68,952 miles (+17,871)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,952 miles
    Test number
    853094168134
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass51,081 miles (+16,638)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    51,081 miles
    Test number
    573569957161
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Pass34,443 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    34,443 miles
    Test number
    111605446127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X59 BLB

Does X59 BLB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X59 BLB is valid until 19 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X59 BLB?
The MOT on X59 BLB is valid until 19 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X59 BLB done?
X59 BLB was recorded at 166,202 miles at its MOT on 8 Mar 2021, an average of 8,910 miles a year.
Has X59 BLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X59 BLB has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on X59 BLB 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 X59 BLB find?
X59 BLB passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2026 with 2 advisories: brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened allx4; engine has miss fire but passed emissions ok.

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