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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X5 FASMOT history

X5 FAS is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 22 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 3 Dec 2026 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 122,877 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Dec 2025.

X5 FAS grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 3 Dec 2026
Mileage
122,877 mi
At MOT on 4 Dec 2025
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
4,876 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 FAS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
22 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 FAS was last recorded at 122,877 miles on 4 Dec 2025, 653 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
122,224 miles · 29 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
653 miles
Average per year
4,876 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 122,877 miles
  • 2024 – 122,224 miles
  • 2023 – 121,225 miles
  • 2022 – 116,959 miles
  • 2020 – 116,127 miles
  • 2019 – 114,448 miles
  • 2018 – 108,508 miles
  • 2017 – 102,441 miles
  • 2015 – 96,667 miles
  • 2014 – 93,130 miles
  • 2013 – 80,979 miles
  • 2012 – 74,771 miles
  • 2011 – 68,711 miles
  • 2010 – 57,529 miles
  • 2009 – 43,536 miles
  • 2008 – 36,683 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,877 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

29 tests since 31 Mar 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,877 miles (+653)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    122,877 miles
    Test number
    777499401444
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Pass122,224 miles (+999)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    122,224 miles
    Test number
    669763076699
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass121,225 miles (+762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    121,225 miles
    Test number
    644844101617
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass120,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    594194444659
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror glass deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror glass deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail120,463 miles (+3,504)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,463 miles
    Test number
    521780640799
    • Repaired at testRear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror glass deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror glass deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,959 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    116,959 miles
    Test number
    703061353334
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Fail116,959 miles (+832)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,959 miles
    Test number
    177074774888
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material above rear axle (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass116,127 miles (+1,679)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    116,127 miles
    Test number
    510414587838
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked in yellow (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass114,448 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    179217466599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail114,448 miles (+1,895)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,448 miles
    Test number
    111125255162
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass112,553 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    112,553 miles
    Test number
    591738440294

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,553 miles (+4,045)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,553 miles
    Test number
    555394721748
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  13. Pass108,508 miles (+6,067)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    108,508 miles
    Test number
    821021172978
    • AdvisoryN-s-f cv boot perished and damp but secure front suspension arm rear bushes have slight play in

  14. Pass102,441 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    102,441 miles
    Test number
    542917331887

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail102,441 miles (+5,774)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,441 miles
    Test number
    469705303159
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre perished/cracked
    • AdvisorySecondary bonnet catch stiff

  16. Pass96,667 miles (+3,537)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    96,667 miles
    Test number
    901403282863

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,130 miles (+4,357)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    93,130 miles
    Test number
    768627804314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass88,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    88,773 miles
    Test number
    349122544147
    • 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)

  19. Fail88,773 miles (+7,794)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,773 miles
    Test number
    817342244140
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  20. Pass80,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    80,979 miles
    Test number
    238384653411

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail80,979 miles (+6,208)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,979 miles
    Test number
    468112843175
    • FailureDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • NoteNsf driveshaft gaiters seeping grease

  22. Pass74,771 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2013
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    627477912151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail74,771 miles (+6,060)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,771 miles
    Test number
    696567712180
    • 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)

  24. Pass68,711 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2012
    Odometer
    68,711 miles
    Test number
    559943741180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail68,709 miles (+11,180)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,709 miles
    Test number
    998759731107
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  26. Pass57,529 miles (+13,993)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    57,529 miles
    Test number
    124987210105
    • 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)

  27. Fail43,536 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,536 miles
    Test number
    433519519101
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass43,536 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    28 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    43,536 miles
    Test number
    921379619131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass36,683 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    36,683 miles
    Test number
    901791298097

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 FAS

Does X5 FAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 FAS is valid until 3 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on X5 FAS?
The MOT on X5 FAS is valid until 3 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 FAS done?
X5 FAS was recorded at 122,877 miles at its MOT on 4 Dec 2025, an average of 4,876 miles a year.
Has X5 FAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 FAS has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X5 FAS 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 FAS find?
X5 FAS passed its latest MOT on 4 Dec 2025 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear outer tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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