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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X5 AXJMOT history

X5 AXJ is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 31 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 19 Nov 2026 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 164,757 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Nov 2025.

X5 AXJ blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Nov 2026
Mileage
164,757 mi
At MOT on 20 Nov 2025
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,697 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 AXJ
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
31 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 AXJ was last recorded at 164,757 miles on 20 Nov 2025, 7,389 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,368 miles · 20 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
7,389 miles
Average per year
6,697 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,757 miles
  • 2024 – 157,368 miles
  • 2023 – 151,090 miles
  • 2022 – 141,908 miles
  • 2021 – 131,925 miles
  • 2019 – 116,661 miles
  • 2018 – 106,436 miles
  • 2017 – 95,697 miles
  • 2015 – 94,838 miles
  • 2014 – 86,039 miles
  • 2013 – 76,491 miles
  • 2012 – 71,385 miles
  • 2011 – 67,652 miles
  • 2010 – 62,908 miles
  • 2009 – 53,641 miles
  • 2008 – 47,405 miles
  • 2007 – 41,897 miles
  • 2006 – 35,782 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,757 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2021

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine cover and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 18 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,757 miles (+7,389)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    164,757 miles
    Test number
    949090088971
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass157,368 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    157,368 miles
    Test number
    402143968186
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail157,364 miles (+6,274)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,364 miles
    Test number
    504907783070
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp incorrect colour (4.1.4 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension rod pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass151,090 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    151,090 miles
    Test number
    873405938803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail151,083 miles (+9,175)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,083 miles
    Test number
    376155235214
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  6. Pass141,908 miles (+9,983)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    141,908 miles
    Test number
    710456682113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,925 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    131,925 miles
    Test number
    520294962760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail131,923 miles4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,923 miles
    Test number
    899496236857
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

  9. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    572656659234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass116,661 miles (+10,225)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    116,661 miles
    Test number
    656281840622
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass106,436 miles (+10,739)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    106,436 miles
    Test number
    252301911033
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass95,697 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    95,697 miles
    Test number
    266768698431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail95,697 miles (+43)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,697 miles
    Test number
    864483758232
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass95,654 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,654 miles
    Test number
    586955196387
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  15. Fail95,654 miles (+816)6 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,654 miles
    Test number
    741670614341
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device obviously defective insicure (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded cross (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under trays fitted

  16. Pass94,838 miles (+8,799)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    94,838 miles
    Test number
    948061465168
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass86,039 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    586730054183
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked

  18. Fail86,039 miles (+9,548)1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,039 miles
    Test number
    697830954184
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a component (2.3.3b)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteN/s mirror glass cracked

  19. Pass76,491 miles (+5,106)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    76,491 miles
    Test number
    789189043188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass71,385 miles (+3,733)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    71,385 miles
    Test number
    156430852105
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass67,652 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    67,652 miles
    Test number
    267586141127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass62,908 miles (+37)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    62,908 miles
    Test number
    263302060116
    • NoteAdvise child seats fitted to rear can not check fully rear static belts
    • NoteFront tyres on limit

  23. Fail62,871 miles (+9,230)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,871 miles
    Test number
    721269550104
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres on limit

  24. Pass53,641 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    53,641 miles
    Test number
    950548549164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail53,641 miles (+6,236)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,641 miles
    Test number
    201898949165
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  26. Pass47,405 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    444922968127

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail47,405 miles (+5,508)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,405 miles
    Test number
    672931168182
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

  28. Pass41,897 miles (+6,115)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    41,897 miles
    Test number
    222416227200
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  29. Pass35,782 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    35,782 miles
    Test number
    390550136453
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X5 AXJ

Does X5 AXJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 AXJ is valid until 19 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 AXJ?
The MOT on X5 AXJ is valid until 19 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 AXJ done?
X5 AXJ was recorded at 164,757 miles at its MOT on 20 Nov 2025, an average of 6,697 miles a year.
Has X5 AXJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 AXJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Dec 2024.
Has the mileage on X5 AXJ 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 AXJ find?
X5 AXJ passed its latest MOT on 20 Nov 2025 with 1 minor defect and 2 advisories: nearside front suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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