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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X5 BFDMOT history

X5 BFD is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 8 of 13 MOT tests, with 113,323 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Jul 2025.

X5 BFD blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
113,323 mi
At MOT on 6 Dec 2021
MOT tests
13
8 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,211 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 BFD
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
1 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
1 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 BFD was last recorded at 113,323 miles on 6 Dec 2021, 1,221 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jun 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,102 miles · 17 Jun 2020
Between the last two tests
1,221 miles
Average per year
2,211 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 113,323 miles
  • 2020 – 112,102 miles
  • 2018 – 108,802 miles
  • 2017 – 107,213 miles
  • 2016 – 101,352 miles
  • 2015 – 98,344 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/f and o/s/f (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 26 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    591754083675
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. FailMileage not read1 dangerous10 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    305260764838
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear pipe above subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Both mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wheel speed sensor excessively damaged (1.6 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn Both mounting bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeat shield loose @tank

  3. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    638997552769
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear underneath vehicle corroded

  4. Pass113,323 miles (+1,221)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,323 miles
    Test number
    764408670004
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass112,102 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    707336361983
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail112,102 miles (+3,300)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,102 miles
    Test number
    286030602632
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rear slight corrosion (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass108,802 miles (+1,589)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2019
    Odometer
    108,802 miles
    Test number
    937325207161
    • AdvisoryBoth front arm slight play

  8. Pass107,213 miles (+40)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    107,213 miles
    Test number
    994033239345
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/f and o/s/f (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail107,173 miles (+5,821)9 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,173 miles
    Test number
    167997554298
    • FailureBrake pedal spongy brake pedal goes to floor (3.3.B.1b)
    • FailureBrake performance not tested brake pedal goes to the floor (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureFront Horn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureFront Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint n/s/f and o/s/f lower rear arms (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureRear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Stop lamp not working n/s/r and o/s/r (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint n/s/f and o/s/f (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass101,352 miles (+121)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    101,352 miles
    Test number
    947822578509

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail101,231 miles (+2,887)11 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,231 miles
    Test number
    957250398790
    • FailureFront Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both front lower (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to flexi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded main feed (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to fle4xi (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  12. Pass98,344 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    449078855075
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail98,344 miles4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,344 miles
    Test number
    846267955006
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about X5 BFD

Does X5 BFD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 BFD expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 BFD?
The MOT on X5 BFD expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 BFD done?
X5 BFD was recorded at 113,323 miles at its MOT on 6 Dec 2021, an average of 2,211 miles a year.
Has X5 BFD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 BFD has failed 5 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 BFD 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 BFD find?
X5 BFD passed its latest MOT on 1 Jul 2025 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; exhaust noisy, and 5 more.

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