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BMW X5

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 4,800 cc

X5 EKNMOT history

X5 EKN is a grey petrol BMW X5 first used on 2 Nov 2004. Its MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 164,154 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Jul 2025.

X5 EKN grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 17 Jul 2026
Mileage
164,154 mi
At MOT on 18 Jul 2025
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
6,245 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 EKN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,800 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
2 Nov 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 17 Jul 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Jul 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 EKN was last recorded at 164,154 miles on 18 Jul 2025, 9,450 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Nov 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,704 miles · 17 Nov 2022
Between the last two tests
9,450 miles
Average per year
6,245 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 164,154 miles
  • 2022 – 154,704 miles
  • 2021 – 151,799 miles
  • 2020 – 144,618 miles
  • 2019 – 138,865 miles
  • 2018 – 129,547 miles
  • 2017 – 125,846 miles
  • 2016 – 122,847 miles
  • 2015 – 121,833 miles
  • 2014 – 114,229 miles
  • 2013 – 106,552 miles
  • 2012 – 98,439 miles
  • 2011 – 89,910 miles
  • 2010 – 82,389 miles
  • 2009 – 77,304 miles
  • 2008 – 67,159 miles
  • 2007 – 53,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass164,154 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

28 tests since 1 Oct 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass164,154 miles (+9,450)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    164,154 miles
    Test number
    440212633308

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass154,704 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    154,704 miles
    Test number
    171253984378
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  3. Fail154,704 miles (+2,905)3 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,704 miles
    Test number
    961523857655
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  4. Pass151,799 miles (+7,181)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    151,799 miles
    Test number
    566214208103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass144,618 miles (+334)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    144,618 miles
    Test number
    587233531593

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail144,284 miles (+5,419)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,284 miles
    Test number
    635658380356
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  7. Pass138,865 miles (+48)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    138,865 miles
    Test number
    322456651343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail138,817 miles (+9,270)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,817 miles
    Test number
    365753023444
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass129,547 miles (+3,701)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    129,547 miles
    Test number
    925888115603
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass125,846 miles (+2,999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    125,846 miles
    Test number
    131977722627
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint o/s n/s (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass122,847 miles (+74)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    122,847 miles
    Test number
    284839770026
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail122,773 miles (+940)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,773 miles
    Test number
    325466326894
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass121,833 miles (+11)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    121,833 miles
    Test number
    268398565127
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  14. Fail121,822 miles (+7,593)3 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,822 miles
    Test number
    879733565173
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • 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 Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  15. Pass114,229 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    114,229 miles
    Test number
    166022284108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail114,227 miles (+7,675)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,227 miles
    Test number
    577578874163
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  17. Pass106,552 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    106,552 miles
    Test number
    318779963102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail106,548 miles (+8,109)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,548 miles
    Test number
    999015263109
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass98,439 miles (+8,529)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    98,439 miles
    Test number
    787735862135
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass89,910 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    89,910 miles
    Test number
    666771161197
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail89,910 miles (+7,521)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,910 miles
    Test number
    137651661154
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass82,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    472463220233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,389 miles (+5,085)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,389 miles
    Test number
    271471720276
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  24. Pass77,304 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    512741359243
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  25. Fail77,304 miles (+10,145)1 repaired3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    543851959290
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteSlight damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

  26. Pass67,159 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    67,159 miles
    Test number
    394032198270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail67,154 miles (+14,143)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,154 miles
    Test number
    371981398463
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass53,011 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    53,011 miles
    Test number
    272194477276
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X5 EKN

Does X5 EKN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 EKN expired on 17 Jul 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 EKN?
The MOT on X5 EKN expired on 17 Jul 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 EKN done?
X5 EKN was recorded at 164,154 miles at its MOT on 18 Jul 2025, an average of 6,245 miles a year.
Has X5 EKN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 EKN has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on X5 EKN 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 EKN find?
X5 EKN passed its latest MOT on 18 Jul 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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