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BMW X5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,398 cc

X5 EAAMOT history

X5 EAA is a silver petrol BMW X5 first used on 7 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 107,400 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Mar 2023.

X5 EAA silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Mar 2024
Mileage
107,400 mi
At MOT on 20 Mar 2023
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 EAA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
7 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Mar 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Mar 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 EAA was last recorded at 107,400 miles on 20 Mar 2023, 47 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
107,353 miles · 10 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
47 miles
Average per year
4,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 107,400 miles
  • 2020 – 107,255 miles
  • 2019 – 101,978 miles
  • 2018 – 97,985 miles
  • 2017 – 89,077 miles
  • 2016 – 87,611 miles
  • 2015 – 81,202 miles
  • 2014 – 77,973 miles
  • 2013 – 70,829 miles
  • 2012 – 62,580 miles
  • 2011 – 53,914 miles
  • 2010 – 43,756 miles
  • 2009 – 36,129 miles
  • 2008 – 35,236 miles
  • 2007 – 35,008 miles
  • 2006 – 32,504 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass107,400 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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 the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2014

  • Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2023

  • Both rear tyres wearing inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

23 tests since 7 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass107,400 miles (+47)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    107,400 miles
    Test number
    331751591045
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  2. Fail107,353 miles (+98)1 dangerous7 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,353 miles
    Test number
    321178747831
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s) Both front
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front tyres (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Fail107,255 miles (+5,277)6 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,255 miles
    Test number
    350312341107
    • MajorFront Brake pipe excessively corroded near/side and off/side to brake hoses (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working near/side and off/side (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront Side repeater incorrect colour near/side and off/side (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (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))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge near/side and off/side 255/50 R19 (107 Y) on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened near/side and off/side on outer edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass101,978 miles (+3,993)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    101,978 miles
    Test number
    470677335396
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass97,985 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    704163159187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail97,985 miles (+8,908)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,985 miles
    Test number
    337597692894
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (1.6 (a))

  7. Pass89,077 miles (+1,466)
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    89,077 miles
    Test number
    708720747318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass87,611 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    720258280169
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail87,611 miles (+6,409)7 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,611 miles
    Test number
    818986468956
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • 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)
    • FailureNearside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge devoid of tread (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing inner edges
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass81,202 miles (+3,229)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    81,202 miles
    Test number
    306019947416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass77,973 miles (+7,144)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    77,973 miles
    Test number
    508032674263
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass70,829 miles (+8,249)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    70,829 miles
    Test number
    208292353473
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass62,580 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    62,580 miles
    Test number
    269254752466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,565 miles (+8,651)1 failure2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,565 miles
    Test number
    838973152114
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside rear tyre inner edge worn

  15. Pass53,914 miles (+10,158)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,914 miles
    Test number
    258165351114
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteO/s/r tyre outter edge slight cut

  16. Pass43,756 miles (+7,627)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    43,756 miles
    Test number
    603735350169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass36,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    693761229151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail36,129 miles (+893)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    131780329187
    • DangerousNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass35,236 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,236 miles
    Test number
    211225758416
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre - side walls damaged

  20. Fail35,236 miles (+228)1 dangerous1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,236 miles
    Test number
    960525958171
    • DangerousNail in offside front tyre - side walls damaged
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  21. Pass35,008 miles (+2,504)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    35,008 miles
    Test number
    343326137183
    • 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)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  22. Fail32,504 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,504 miles
    Test number
    243828056466
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  23. Pass32,504 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    32,504 miles
    Test number
    273438156153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 EAA

Does X5 EAA currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 EAA expired on 19 Mar 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 EAA?
The MOT on X5 EAA expired on 19 Mar 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 EAA done?
X5 EAA was recorded at 107,400 miles at its MOT on 20 Mar 2023, an average of 4,463 miles a year.
Has X5 EAA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 EAA has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on X5 EAA 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 EAA find?
X5 EAA passed its latest MOT on 20 Mar 2023 with 6 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play; nearside front drag link end ball joint has slight play; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 3 more.

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