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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2007 · 2,993 cc

X5 AYUMOT history

X5 AYU is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2007. Its MOT is valid until 12 Sept 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 137,811 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Sept 2026.

X5 AYU grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 12 Sept 2027
Mileage
137,811 mi
At MOT on 13 Sept 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,375 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 AYU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
1 Sept 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 AYU was last recorded at 137,811 miles on 13 Sept 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,810 miles · 10 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
7,375 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,811 miles
  • 2025 – 123,237 miles
  • 2024 – 114,535 miles
  • 2023 – 109,815 miles
  • 2022 – 94,486 miles
  • 2021 – 86,437 miles
  • 2020 – 75,542 miles
  • 2019 – 65,778 miles
  • 2018 – 57,854 miles
  • 2017 – 48,907 miles
  • 2016 – 44,802 miles
  • 2015 – 41,994 miles
  • 2014 – 39,408 miles
  • 2013 – 36,059 miles
  • 2012 – 31,200 miles
  • 2011 – 24,512 miles
  • 2010 – 19,490 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,811 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEngine rough idleRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear earth strap brokenRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fittedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Unable to get emissions reading

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 18 Aug 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,811 miles (+1)2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    137,811 miles
    Test number
    344762602813
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine rough idle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear earth strap broken
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  2. Fail137,810 miles (+14,573)1 dangerous1 major2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,810 miles
    Test number
    980377989530
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine rough idle
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both rears worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear earth strap broken
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted
  3. Pass123,237 miles (+8,702)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    123,237 miles
    Test number
    130404646031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass114,535 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    114,535 miles
    Test number
    373545462025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  5. Fail114,535 miles (+4,720)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,535 miles
    Test number
    564054944180
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass109,815 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    109,815 miles
    Test number
    131193293400
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Fail109,809 miles (+15,323)1 dangerous7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,809 miles
    Test number
    446082786364
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Switch loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  8. Pass94,486 miles (+8,049)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    94,486 miles
    Test number
    264159706116

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass86,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    86,437 miles
    Test number
    839996744054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail86,437 miles (+10,895)1 dangerous5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,437 miles
    Test number
    666351958566
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))
  11. Pass75,542 miles (+9,764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    75,542 miles
    Test number
    863317173317
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  12. Pass65,778 miles (+7,924)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    65,778 miles
    Test number
    908169031533
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
  13. Pass57,854 miles (+8,947)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2019
    Odometer
    57,854 miles
    Test number
    513777674740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass48,907 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2018
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    103867020519
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail48,907 miles (+4,105)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,907 miles
    Test number
    207177647988
    • FailureOffside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass44,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,802 miles
    Test number
    417754554460
    • AdvisoryUnable to get emissions reading
  17. Fail44,802 miles (+2,808)1 dangerous1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,802 miles
    Test number
    693539637984
    • DangerousNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin unable to see inner pads (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryUnable to get emissions reading
  18. Pass41,994 miles (+2,586)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2016
    Odometer
    41,994 miles
    Test number
    796743805133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,408 miles (+3,349)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2015
    Odometer
    39,408 miles
    Test number
    876666604160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,059 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,059 miles
    Test number
    177963023189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,059 miles (+4,859)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2014
    Odometer
    36,059 miles
    Test number
    455403723104
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  22. Pass31,200 miles (+6,688)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    31,200 miles
    Test number
    569225632262
    • NoteUneven wear on all four tyres
  23. Pass24,512 miles (+5,022)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    24,512 miles
    Test number
    328558231405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass19,490 miles (+211)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    19,490 miles
    Test number
    110133840256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail19,279 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,279 miles
    Test number
    821930130205
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X5 AYU

Does X5 AYU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 AYU is valid until 12 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 AYU?
The MOT on X5 AYU is valid until 12 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 AYU done?
X5 AYU was recorded at 137,811 miles at its MOT on 13 Sept 2026, an average of 7,375 miles a year.
Has X5 AYU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 AYU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 AYU 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 AYU find?
X5 AYU passed its latest MOT on 13 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside rear inner position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; engine rough idle, and 5 more.

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