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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

X5 BLBMOT history

X5 BLB is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 1 Mar 2002. Its MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026 and it has passed 18 of 31 MOT tests, with 192,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jan 2025.

X5 BLB grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 14 Jan 2026
Mileage
192,456 mi
At MOT on 15 Jan 2025
MOT tests
31
18 passed · 13 failed
Per year
8,183 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 BLB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Mar 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 BLB was last recorded at 192,456 miles on 15 Jan 2025, 50,000 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,456 miles · 13 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
50,000 miles
Average per year
8,183 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 192,456 miles
  • 2024 – 139,204 miles
  • 2023 – 133,305 miles
  • 2022 – 133,302 miles
  • 2021 – 130,576 miles
  • 2020 – 129,090 miles
  • 2019 – 128,158 miles
  • 2018 – 126,799 miles
  • 2017 – 124,399 miles
  • 2016 – 119,648 miles
  • 2015 – 114,771 miles
  • 2014 – 109,967 miles
  • 2013 – 103,786 miles
  • 2012 – 98,231 miles
  • 2011 – 89,654 miles
  • 2010 – 77,213 miles
  • 2009 – 66,429 miles
  • 2008 – 54,499 miles
  • 2007 – 45,214 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass192,456 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018

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)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2014–2016

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn slightly on outer shoulder

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

31 tests since 18 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass192,456 miles (+50,000)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    192,456 miles
    Test number
    762556566558
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail142,456 miles (+3,252)7 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,456 miles
    Test number
    100896454829
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorFront Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass139,204 miles (+5,899)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    139,204 miles
    Test number
    381586494211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass133,305 miles (+3)4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    133,305 miles
    Test number
    392512952635
    • MinorAnti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake lining(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides and have a slight crackle (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail133,302 miles (+2,726)5 major3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,302 miles
    Test number
    676285094887
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Both sides (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn outer face (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both & Cracking (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySlight Bind on NSF Brake
  6. Pass130,576 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    130,576 miles
    Test number
    430492619015
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  7. Fail130,572 miles (+1,482)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,572 miles
    Test number
    519763616073
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  8. Pass129,090 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    129,090 miles
    Test number
    193063270078
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  9. Fail129,090 miles (+932)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,090 miles
    Test number
    649820980598
    • MajorNearside Bonnet cannot be secured in the closed position Not securing (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever ratchet not holding correctly (1.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  10. Pass128,158 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    128,158 miles
    Test number
    174738640336
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn slightly on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm upper (front) inner bush I splitting / de-bonding slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine undercover has a coating of oil indicating an oil leak from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Fail128,157 miles (+1,358)4 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,157 miles
    Test number
    793177133971
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Upper rear arm ( marked) has excessive play within bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen washer jet slightly too low (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNSF headlamp unit slightly insecure but however not affecting light output and/or likely to become detached
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn slightly on outer shoulder (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bottom arm upper (front) inner bush I splitting / de-bonding slightly (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Bake disc corroded / scored especially on outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine undercover has a coating of oil indicating an oil leak from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  12. Pass126,799 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    126,799 miles
    Test number
    572841891869
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad warning sensor wire insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  13. Fail126,799 miles (+2,400)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,799 miles
    Test number
    671689537486
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake pad warning sensor wire insecure
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some components
  14. Pass124,399 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    124,399 miles
    Test number
    879289363627
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal detiorated
  15. Fail124,399 miles (+4,751)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,399 miles
    Test number
    486205042636
    • FailureFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFuel filler cap seal detiorated
  16. Pass119,648 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    119,648 miles
    Test number
    524308558187
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracks in treads
  17. Fail119,648 miles (+4,877)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,648 miles
    Test number
    768658692115
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever releases when knocked (3.1.6a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres have cracks in treads
  18. Pass114,771 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    114,771 miles
    Test number
    587602205287
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail114,771 miles (+4,804)4 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,771 miles
    Test number
    306981105447
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass109,967 miles (+41)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    109,967 miles
    Test number
    929459764179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  21. Fail109,926 miles (+6,140)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,926 miles
    Test number
    629691864115
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  22. Pass103,786 miles (+37)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    103,786 miles
    Test number
    876752543106
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  23. Fail103,749 miles (+5,518)2 failures3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,749 miles
    Test number
    217560643198
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  24. Pass98,231 miles (+8,577)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,231 miles
    Test number
    748959352156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  25. Pass89,654 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    89,654 miles
    Test number
    207198791097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail89,620 miles (+12,407)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,620 miles
    Test number
    856377791016
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • NoteFront brake discs worn
    • NoteRear brake discs pitted
  27. Pass77,213 miles (+10,784)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    77,213 miles
    Test number
    564905510074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass66,429 miles (+11,930)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    66,429 miles
    Test number
    691222219095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass54,499 miles (+56)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,499 miles
    Test number
    192799118478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail54,443 miles (+9,229)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,443 miles
    Test number
    373356218060
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
  31. Pass45,214 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    45,214 miles
    Test number
    344968117074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 BLB

Does X5 BLB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 BLB expired on 14 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 BLB?
The MOT on X5 BLB expired on 14 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 BLB done?
X5 BLB was recorded at 192,456 miles at its MOT on 15 Jan 2025, an average of 8,183 miles a year.
Has X5 BLB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 BLB has failed 13 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 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 X5 BLB find?
X5 BLB passed its latest MOT on 15 Jan 2025 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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