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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

X5 ENSMOT history

X5 ENS is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 10 Jun 2004. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 130,047 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Apr 2026.

X5 ENS blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
130,047 mi
At MOT on 23 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,339 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 ENS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Jun 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 ENS was last recorded at 130,047 miles on 23 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,047 miles · 14 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,339 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 130,047 miles
  • 2025 – 127,331 miles
  • 2024 – 122,329 miles
  • 2023 – 120,600 miles
  • 2022 – 110,537 miles
  • 2021 – 101,004 miles
  • 2020 – 95,731 miles
  • 2019 – 93,914 miles
  • 2018 – 88,176 miles
  • 2017 – 82,833 miles
  • 2016 – 77,995 miles
  • 2015 – 72,120 miles
  • 2014 – 62,924 miles
  • 2013 – 49,251 miles
  • 2012 – 34,504 miles
  • 2011 – 27,057 miles
  • 2010 – 22,778 miles
  • 2009 – 18,011 miles
  • 2008 – 13,458 miles
  • 2007 – 10,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass130,047 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2024

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 Wheel bearing has slight play

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and slightly damaged

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

  • Engine management light inoperative

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 May 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass130,047 miles2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    130,047 miles
    Test number
    910736579339
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  2. Fail130,047 miles (+2,716)1 dangerous2 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,047 miles
    Test number
    596731480485
    • DangerousNearside Rear Lower Shock absorbers likely to become detached shock over half way off bush (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment no reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • MinorOffside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorUpper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush shock starting to come off bush (5.3.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met 17% minimum 16%

  3. Pass127,331 miles (+3)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    127,331 miles
    Test number
    924617107087
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light inoperative
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  4. Fail127,328 miles (+4,999)4 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,328 miles
    Test number
    531083290913
    • MajorHazard warning switch inoperative (4.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt insecure (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorStop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated and slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryEngine management light inoperative
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever has little reserve travel

  5. Pass122,329 miles (+1,729)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    122,329 miles
    Test number
    869541848292
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wearing on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass120,600 miles (+10,063)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    120,600 miles
    Test number
    719226037832
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass110,537 miles (+9,533)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    110,537 miles
    Test number
    920428970083
    • 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))

  8. Pass101,004 miles (+5,273)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    101,004 miles
    Test number
    275226503011
    • MinorPosition lamp incorrect colour Both Front. (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious Brake Pipes Corroded.

  9. Pass95,731 miles (+1,817)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    95,731 miles
    Test number
    638818457453
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWheel bearing slightly noisy detected on road test (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNo.plate lights blue in colour
    • AdvisoryParking brake system only just met requirements - recommend inspection/adjustment
    • AdvisorySill/floor covers,floor undertrays fitted to vehicle covering testable items

  10. Pass93,914 miles3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    93,914 miles
    Test number
    248689122309
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split/leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides not clipped inner and outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp partially not working
    • AdvisoryPossible wheel bearing drone detected on road test but not when rotating wheels manually
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle covered in undertrays covering underside components, engine covers and sill covers fitted to vehicle

  11. Fail93,914 miles (+5,738)1 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,914 miles
    Test number
    107802854360
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded across rear above axle to o/s/r brake hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorFront Position lamp incorrect colour both sides blue (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated small split/leak (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorSteering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides not clipped inner and outer (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentre stop lamp partially not working
    • AdvisoryPossible wheel bearing drone detected on road test but not when rotating wheels manually
    • AdvisoryUnder side of vehicle covered in undertrays covering underside components, engine covers and sill covers fitted to vehicle

  12. Pass88,176 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    88,176 miles
    Test number
    373064115608
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  13. Fail88,176 miles (+5,343)1 repaired1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,176 miles
    Test number
    248203256026
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass82,833 miles (+4,838)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    82,833 miles
    Test number
    945438161636
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass77,995 miles (+5,875)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    77,995 miles
    Test number
    658322959607

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass72,120 miles (+9,196)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    72,120 miles
    Test number
    366621415217
    • 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteWarning message on dash 'TYRE CONTROL INACTIVE', vehicle registered before 1st january 2012

  17. Pass62,924 miles (+13,673)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    62,924 miles
    Test number
    178349384191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,251 miles (+14,747)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    49,251 miles
    Test number
    127397203293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass34,504 miles (+7,447)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    34,504 miles
    Test number
    395912812219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,057 miles (+4,279)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    27,057 miles
    Test number
    687344711249
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  21. Pass22,778 miles (+4,767)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    22,778 miles
    Test number
    153694590149
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass18,011 miles (+4,553)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    18,011 miles
    Test number
    743128499193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass13,458 miles (+3,330)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    13,458 miles
    Test number
    884809748134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    10,128 miles
    Test number
    221993347156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 ENS

Does X5 ENS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 ENS is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 ENS?
The MOT on X5 ENS is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 ENS done?
X5 ENS was recorded at 130,047 miles at its MOT on 23 Apr 2026, an average of 6,339 miles a year.
Has X5 ENS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 ENS has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 ENS 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 ENS find?
X5 ENS passed its latest MOT on 23 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 1 advisory: offside front brake hose slightly damaged; upper stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated.

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