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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 4,398 cc

X5 AKAMOT history

X5 AKA is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Mar 2004. Its MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 22 MOT tests, with 202,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Oct 2026.

X5 AKA black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 28 Sept 2026
Mileage
202,329 mi
At MOT on 7 Oct 2026
MOT tests
22
15 passed · 7 failed
Per year
9,219 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 AKA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
30 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X5 AKA was last recorded at 202,329 miles on 7 Oct 2026, 1,365 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
200,964 miles · 29 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
1,365 miles
Average per year
9,219 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 202,329 miles
  • 2025 – 200,964 miles
  • 2024 – 197,598 miles
  • 2023 – 194,211 miles
  • 2022 – 188,866 miles
  • 2016 – 96,718 miles
  • 2015 – 85,646 miles
  • 2014 – 77,627 miles
  • 2013 – 70,222 miles
  • 2012 – 64,510 miles
  • 2011 – 58,830 miles
  • 2010 – 54,290 miles
  • 2009 – 48,259 miles
  • 2008 – 29,214 miles
  • 2007 – 22,292 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail202,329 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected on all the time (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
  • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

What MOT failures 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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Mar 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail202,329 miles (+1,365)5 major1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,329 miles
    Test number
    283457905168
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected on all the time (4.4.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working wing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass200,964 miles (+3,366)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    200,964 miles
    Test number
    971107803426
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  3. Pass197,598 miles (+3,387)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    197,598 miles
    Test number
    683174767122
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  4. Pass194,211 miles (+5,345)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    194,211 miles
    Test number
    277649706842
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  5. Pass188,866 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    188,866 miles
    Test number
    853118062844
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake slightly weak / may require adjustment
    • AdvisoryTemporary headlamp beam deflectors fitted
  6. Fail188,866 miles1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,866 miles
    Test number
    560111480495
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both front (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front and both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front and both rear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryParking brake slightly weak / may require adjustment
    • AdvisoryTemporary headlamp beam deflectors fitted
  7. Pass186,554 km1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    186,554 km
    Test number
    347210070293
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  8. Pass96,718 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    239683131112
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D shape (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D shape (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear seat,unable to check full seatbelt condition
  9. Fail96,718 miles (+11,072)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,718 miles
    Test number
    622102105791
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D shape (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement D shape (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear seat,unable to check full seatbelt condition
  10. Pass85,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    85,646 miles
    Test number
    435159515145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail85,646 miles (+8,019)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,646 miles
    Test number
    769567615174
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
  12. Pass77,627 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    77,627 miles
    Test number
    689792684113
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  13. Fail77,627 miles (+7,405)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,627 miles
    Test number
    439842784184
    • FailureNearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  14. Pass70,222 miles (+8)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,222 miles
    Test number
    966797173166
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteHeadlights deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on limit/poor
  15. Fail70,214 miles (+5,704)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,214 miles
    Test number
    608626573184
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteHeadlights deteriorating
    • NoteN/s/r tyre on limit/poor
  16. Pass64,510 miles (+5,680)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    64,510 miles
    Test number
    686435362186
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteRear tyres near limit
  17. Pass58,830 miles (+4,540)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    58,830 miles
    Test number
    275111161117
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  18. Pass54,290 miles (+6,031)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    54,290 miles
    Test number
    472325650181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass48,259 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    48,259 miles
    Test number
    180186429179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail48,259 miles (+19,045)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,259 miles
    Test number
    232296029418
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
  21. Pass29,214 miles (+6,922)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    29,214 miles
    Test number
    531654858186

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass22,292 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    22,292 miles
    Test number
    491237687083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 AKA

Does X5 AKA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 AKA expired on 28 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 AKA?
The MOT on X5 AKA expired on 28 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 AKA done?
X5 AKA was recorded at 202,329 miles at its MOT on 7 Oct 2026, an average of 9,219 miles a year.
Has X5 AKA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 AKA has failed 7 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 AKA 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 X5 AKA find?
X5 AKA failed its latest MOT on 7 Oct 2026 with 5 major defects, 1 defect repaired at the test, 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front headlamp not working on dipped beam; offside front direction indicator lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected on all the time; offside front direction indicator not working wing, and 6 more.

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