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BMW 530

Blue · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

X5 DHUMOT history

X5 DHU is a blue petrol BMW 530 first used on 29 Sept 2003. Its MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022 and it has passed 15 of 21 MOT tests, with 137,426 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Nov 2021.

X5 DHU blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Nov 2022
Mileage
137,426 mi
At MOT on 25 Nov 2021
MOT tests
21
15 passed · 6 failed
Per year
7,216 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 DHU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Nov 2022
Latest MOT test
25 Nov 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 DHU was last recorded at 137,426 miles on 25 Nov 2021, 11,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Nov 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
126,254 miles · 23 Nov 2020
Between the last two tests
11,172 miles
Average per year
7,216 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 137,426 miles
  • 2020 – 126,254 miles
  • 2019 – 122,232 miles
  • 2018 – 121,902 miles
  • 2017 – 120,636 miles
  • 2016 – 116,770 miles
  • 2015 – 111,421 miles
  • 2014 – 102,259 miles
  • 2013 – 96,333 miles
  • 2012 – 93,104 miles
  • 2011 – 88,296 miles
  • 2010 – 81,332 miles
  • 2009 – 60,884 miles
  • 2008 – 41,881 miles
  • 2006 – 28,750 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,426 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFull underside slightly corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Nearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,426 miles (+11,172)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    137,426 miles
    Test number
    710248886103
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFull underside slightly corroded
  2. Pass126,254 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    126,254 miles
    Test number
    827361401536
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFull underside slightly corroded
  3. Fail126,254 miles (+4,022)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,254 miles
    Test number
    231911056666
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFull underside slightly corroded
  4. Pass122,232 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,232 miles
    Test number
    768456118462
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp badly corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  5. Fail122,232 miles (+330)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,232 miles
    Test number
    247349936926
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust silencer slightly loose clamp badly corroded (8.1.1 (b) (i))
  6. Pass121,902 miles (+1,266)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    121,902 miles
    Test number
    486231890630
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear underside
  7. Pass120,636 miles (+3,866)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    120,636 miles
    Test number
    197438595722
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner 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 Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  8. Pass116,770 miles (+5,349)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    116,770 miles
    Test number
    803359594318
    • AdvisoryBody has slight corrosion floor area,s (6.1.B.2)
  9. Pass111,421 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    111,421 miles
    Test number
    121837343857
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  10. Fail111,421 miles (+9,162)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,421 miles
    Test number
    419647879881
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
  11. Pass102,259 miles (+5,926)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    102,259 miles
    Test number
    785051394242
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  12. Pass96,333 miles (+3,229)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    96,333 miles
    Test number
    746343973259
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  13. Pass93,104 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    93,104 miles
    Test number
    906937972224
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  14. Fail93,104 miles (+2)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,104 miles
    Test number
    329846972475
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
  15. Fail93,102 miles (+4,806)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,102 miles
    Test number
    197319542210
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  16. Pass88,296 miles (+6,964)
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    88,296 miles
    Test number
    247404471199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    81,332 miles
    Test number
    303027270109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail81,332 miles (+20,448)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,332 miles
    Test number
    172817270137
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
  19. Pass60,884 miles (+19,003)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    60,884 miles
    Test number
    273207099050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,881 miles (+13,131)
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    41,881 miles
    Test number
    754196318110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,750 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    28,750 miles
    Test number
    853127006301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 DHU

Does X5 DHU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 DHU expired on 24 Nov 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 DHU?
The MOT on X5 DHU expired on 24 Nov 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 DHU done?
X5 DHU was recorded at 137,426 miles at its MOT on 25 Nov 2021, an average of 7,216 miles a year.
Has X5 DHU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 DHU has failed 6 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Nov 2020.
Has the mileage on X5 DHU 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 DHU find?
X5 DHU passed its latest MOT on 25 Nov 2021 with 6 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside rear shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside rear suspension component pin or bush slightly worn, and 3 more.

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