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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,926 cc

X5 BSYMOT history

X5 BSY is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 127,329 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Oct 2025.

X5 BSY black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 2 Apr 2025
Mileage
127,329 mi
At MOT on 6 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,502 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 BSY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
1 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

X5 BSY was last recorded at 127,329 miles on 6 Oct 2025, 1,818 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,511 miles · 13 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
1,818 miles
Average per year
5,502 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 127,329 miles
  • 2024 – 125,511 miles
  • 2023 – 124,582 miles
  • 2021 – 123,889 miles
  • 2020 – 121,744 miles
  • 2018 – 118,356 miles
  • 2017 – 109,901 miles
  • 2016 – 102,536 miles
  • 2015 – 91,621 miles
  • 2014 – 86,393 miles
  • 2013 – 80,526 miles
  • 2012 – 74,248 miles
  • 2011 – 57,113 miles
  • 2010 – 47,562 miles
  • 2009 – 38,150 miles
  • 2008 – 30,454 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail127,329 miles
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
  • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
  • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front top arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin deteriorated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Feb 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail127,329 miles (+1,818)11 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,329 miles
    Test number
    883700553591
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake grabbing severely (1.2.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.4.3 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt front top arm (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin deteriorated (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass125,511 miles (+1)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    125,511 miles
    Test number
    266302531181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Fail125,510 miles (+928)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,510 miles
    Test number
    141522907764
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass124,582 miles (+2)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    841981519037
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases engine bay (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail124,580 miles (+691)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,580 miles
    Test number
    903756650515
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases engine bay (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all fronts (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass123,889 miles (+2,145)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    123,889 miles
    Test number
    733630633657
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear parking brake low
    • AdvisoryUndertrys restricting inspection

  7. Pass121,744 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    121,744 miles
    Test number
    249294574033
    • AdvisoryNSR parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail121,735 miles (+3,379)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,735 miles
    Test number
    476421551393
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNSR parking brake performance low
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass118,356 miles (+269)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    118,356 miles
    Test number
    178445427802
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  10. Fail118,087 miles (+8,186)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,087 miles
    Test number
    860671996008
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing N/S + O/S (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  11. Pass109,901 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    109,901 miles
    Test number
    305670283842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail109,901 miles (+7,365)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,901 miles
    Test number
    379203200271
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass102,536 miles (+10,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    102,536 miles
    Test number
    822870111365
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint Rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass91,621 miles (+5,228)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    91,621 miles
    Test number
    706594135141
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass86,393 miles (+5,867)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    86,393 miles
    Test number
    827769814260
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteO/s/f tyre age cracking in treads
    • NoteParking brae could be better

  16. Pass80,526 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    80,526 miles
    Test number
    539423133229
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail80,526 miles (+6,278)2 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,526 miles
    Test number
    359661533252
    • FailureNearside 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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • 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

  18. Pass74,248 miles (+6,384)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    74,248 miles
    Test number
    897969232380
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer 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

  19. Pass67,864 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    67,864 miles
    Test number
    115606222092
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  20. Fail67,864 miles (+10,751)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,864 miles
    Test number
    128536522033
    • FailureFront Bonnet retaining device ineffective (8.4.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  21. Pass57,113 miles (+9,551)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    57,113 miles
    Test number
    825217961032
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s o/s rear tyres becoming excessively cracking/splitting inbetween tread
    • NoteSlight crack front number plate
    • NoteSlight split o/s front wiper blade

  22. Pass47,562 miles (+9,412)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    47,562 miles
    Test number
    594108060070
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSlight cracking on n/s o/s front + rear tyres inbetween tread

  23. Pass38,150 miles (+7,696)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    38,150 miles
    Test number
    124698259031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass30,454 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    30,454 miles
    Test number
    732408758037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 BSY

Does X5 BSY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 BSY expired on 2 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 BSY?
The MOT on X5 BSY expired on 2 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 BSY done?
X5 BSY was recorded at 127,329 miles at its MOT on 6 Oct 2025, an average of 5,502 miles a year.
Has X5 BSY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 BSY has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 BSY 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 BSY find?
X5 BSY failed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2025 with 11 major defects, 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp, and 13 more.

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