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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X5 BXAMOT history

X5 BXA is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 22 Dec 2005. Its MOT is valid until 16 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 150,300 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Dec 2025.

X5 BXA grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 16 Dec 2026
Mileage
150,300 mi
At MOT on 17 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
6,591 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 BXA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Dec 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 BXA was last recorded at 150,300 miles on 17 Dec 2025, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
150,297 miles · 16 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
6,591 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 150,300 miles
  • 2024 – 147,860 miles
  • 2023 – 145,316 miles
  • 2021 – 142,926 miles
  • 2020 – 137,350 miles
  • 2019 – 134,549 miles
  • 2018 – 130,499 miles
  • 2017 – 123,783 miles
  • 2016 – 117,278 miles
  • 2015 – 111,168 miles
  • 2014 – 104,922 miles
  • 2013 – 97,432 miles
  • 2012 – 87,209 miles
  • 2011 – 77,759 miles
  • 2010 – 69,093 miles
  • 2009 – 54,138 miles
  • 2008 – 41,364 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass150,300 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))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.

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor6 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

29 tests since 23 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass150,300 miles (+3)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    150,300 miles
    Test number
    695151695856
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail150,297 miles (+2,437)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,297 miles
    Test number
    280876725775
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,860 miles (+2)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    147,860 miles
    Test number
    629771684811
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  4. Fail147,858 miles (+944)3 dangerous3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,858 miles
    Test number
    121548652206
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousService brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.2.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,914 miles (+1)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    146,914 miles
    Test number
    561558055750
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail146,913 miles (+1,597)1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,913 miles
    Test number
    976709632322
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass145,316 miles (+2,390)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    145,316 miles
    Test number
    294057318838
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass142,926 miles (+65)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    142,926 miles
    Test number
    382160992859
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail142,861 miles (+5,511)1 dangerous4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,861 miles
    Test number
    960067353290
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass137,350 miles (+2,801)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    137,350 miles
    Test number
    894969453450
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing on inner edges

  11. Pass134,549 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    134,549 miles
    Test number
    247833298266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,499 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    130,499 miles
    Test number
    310279554831
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle trays fitted

  13. Fail130,499 miles (+6,716)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,499 miles
    Test number
    664435391740
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder vehicle trays fitted

  14. Pass123,783 miles (+6,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    123,783 miles
    Test number
    153432320306
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear & both rear (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass117,278 miles (+150)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    117,278 miles
    Test number
    429753754992
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Fail117,128 miles (+5,960)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,128 miles
    Test number
    862621686946
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass111,168 miles (+6,246)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,168 miles
    Test number
    684736469951
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake 18%

  18. Pass104,922 miles (+7,490)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,922 miles
    Test number
    356267794441
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass97,432 miles (+10,223)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    97,432 miles
    Test number
    929921193267
    • 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 rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass87,209 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    87,209 miles
    Test number
    727846582227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail87,207 miles (+9,448)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,207 miles
    Test number
    819276882247
    • 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)

  22. Pass77,759 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    857886581279
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Fail77,759 miles (+8,666)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,759 miles
    Test number
    595916681268
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass69,093 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    69,093 miles
    Test number
    123356630313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail69,045 miles (+14,907)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,045 miles
    Test number
    872213230303
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,138 miles (+12,774)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,138 miles
    Test number
    470771439433
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  27. Pass41,364 miles (+7,401)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    41,364 miles
    Test number
    112313858354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass33,963 miles (+6)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    33,963 miles
    Test number
    403305118115
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  29. Fail33,957 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,957 miles
    Test number
    834294218177
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Questions about X5 BXA

Does X5 BXA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 BXA is valid until 16 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 BXA?
The MOT on X5 BXA is valid until 16 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 BXA done?
X5 BXA was recorded at 150,300 miles at its MOT on 17 Dec 2025, an average of 6,591 miles a year.
Has X5 BXA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 BXA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 BXA 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 BXA find?
X5 BXA passed its latest MOT on 17 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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