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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

X5 EACMOT history

X5 EAC is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 31 Oct 2003. Its MOT is valid until 27 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 25 MOT tests, with 170,198 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Aug 2026.

X5 EAC grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Aug 2027
Mileage
170,198 mi
At MOT on 27 Aug 2026
MOT tests
25
19 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,374 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 EAC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
31 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 EAC was last recorded at 170,198 miles on 27 Aug 2026, 7,698 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 11 Aug 2017: 75,657 miles, lower than 122,846 miles on 9 Aug 2017.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
162,500 miles · 27 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
7,698 miles
Average per year
6,374 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 170,198 miles
  • 2025 – 162,500 miles
  • 2024 – 155,475 miles
  • 2022 – 152,018 miles
  • 2021 – 147,026 miles
  • 2020 – 135,824 miles
  • 2019 – 132,489 miles
  • 2018 – 127,643 miles
  • 2017 – 75,657 miles
  • 2016 – 117,714 miles
  • 2015 – 111,975 miles
  • 2014 – 106,893 miles
  • 2013 – 100,234 miles
  • 2012 – 94,069 miles
  • 2011 – 82,412 miles
  • 2010 – 73,370 miles
  • 2009 – 66,201 miles
  • 2008 – 58,317 miles
  • 2007 – 48,495 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass170,198 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

25 tests since 24 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass170,198 miles (+7,698)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    170,198 miles
    Test number
    138631186340
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass162,500 miles (+7,025)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    162,500 miles
    Test number
    124998230620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass155,475 miles (+3,457)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    155,475 miles
    Test number
    683780914844

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass152,018 miles (+4,992)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    152,018 miles
    Test number
    275978386395
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass147,026 miles (+11,202)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    147,026 miles
    Test number
    493495552813
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 3 nails in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass135,824 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    135,824 miles
    Test number
    225095933530

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass132,489 miles (+4,846)
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    132,489 miles
    Test number
    638604383816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass127,643 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    127,643 miles
    Test number
    367914201115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail127,643 miles (+51,986)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,643 miles
    Test number
    314745364690
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

  10. Pass75,657 miles (-47,189)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    75,657 miles
    Test number
    628600471989
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  11. Fail122,846 miles (+5,132)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,846 miles
    Test number
    589772650399
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass117,714 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    117,714 miles
    Test number
    304162504283
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a cut in the tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  13. Fail117,711 miles (+5,736)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,711 miles
    Test number
    889748265601
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre has a cut in the tread
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs corroded

  14. Pass111,975 miles (+5,082)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    111,975 miles
    Test number
    869378015205
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  15. Pass106,893 miles (+6,659)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    106,893 miles
    Test number
    629663024262
    • NoteBoth head light lenses discoloured
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNear side outer cv boot perished
    • NotePetrolcap seal perishing
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass100,234 miles (+6,165)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    100,234 miles
    Test number
    328840213252
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNearside rear and offside raer tyres low on inner edges.

  17. Fail94,069 miles2 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,069 miles
    Test number
    339999322434
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer edges stepped
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer edges stepped
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass94,069 miles (+11,657)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    94,069 miles
    Test number
    357689522441
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame attachment rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNearside rear tyre outer edges stepped
    • NoteOffside rear tyre outer edges stepped
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass82,412 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    82,412 miles
    Test number
    718783521202
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal slightly perished
    • NoteOffside mirror glass broken

  20. Fail82,412 miles (+9,042)1 failure3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,412 miles
    Test number
    307373421257
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel filler cap seal slightly perished
    • NoteOffside mirror glass broken

  21. Pass73,370 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    73,370 miles
    Test number
    310223720497

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail66,201 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,201 miles
    Test number
    203149219247
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  23. Pass66,201 miles (+7,884)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    66,201 miles
    Test number
    382239519297
    • 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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass58,317 miles (+9,822)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    58,317 miles
    Test number
    734297128247
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  25. Pass48,495 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    48,495 miles
    Test number
    720315907253
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X5 EAC

Does X5 EAC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 EAC is valid until 27 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 EAC?
The MOT on X5 EAC is valid until 27 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 EAC done?
X5 EAC was recorded at 170,198 miles at its MOT on 27 Aug 2026, an average of 6,374 miles a year.
Has X5 EAC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 EAC has failed 6 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2018.
Has the mileage on X5 EAC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 11 Aug 2017. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X5 EAC find?
X5 EAC passed its latest MOT on 27 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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