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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2010 · 2,993 cc

X5 FCEMOT history

X5 FCE is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 11 Mar 2010. Its MOT is valid until 4 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 142,247 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

X5 FCE black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Apr 2027
Mileage
142,247 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
8,709 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 FCE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2010
First used
11 Mar 2010
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 FCE was last recorded at 142,247 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 11,730 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,517 miles · 5 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
11,730 miles
Average per year
8,709 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 142,247 miles
  • 2025 – 130,517 miles
  • 2024 – 119,121 miles
  • 2023 – 116,640 miles
  • 2022 – 111,445 miles
  • 2021 – 105,915 miles
  • 2020 – 103,124 miles
  • 2019 – 95,229 miles
  • 2018 – 85,917 miles
  • 2017 – 73,860 miles
  • 2016 – 62,505 miles
  • 2015 – 50,434 miles
  • 2014 – 39,961 miles
  • 2013 – 28,494 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,247 miles
  • AdvisoryCoolant leak
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt .....

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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

18 tests since 7 Mar 2013, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,247 miles (+11,730)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    142,247 miles
    Test number
    175129841370
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement hub bush (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 Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt .....

  2. Pass130,517 miles (+112)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    130,517 miles
    Test number
    641578802797
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail130,405 miles (+11,284)4 dangerous5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,405 miles
    Test number
    883354892248
    • DangerousNearside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel fractured x2 (5.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,121 miles (+2,481)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    119,121 miles
    Test number
    571007125022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass116,640 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,640 miles
    Test number
    261669042592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass116,626 miles (+5,181)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    116,626 miles
    Test number
    900556281798
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Forwardmost arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass111,445 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,445 miles
    Test number
    617690932452
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Fail111,445 miles (+5,530)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,445 miles
    Test number
    135608780451
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  9. Pass105,915 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    105,915 miles
    Test number
    457107361163
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail105,912 miles (+2,788)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,912 miles
    Test number
    440040451848
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass103,124 miles (+7,895)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    103,124 miles
    Test number
    307983687270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass95,229 miles (+9,312)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    95,229 miles
    Test number
    946084294561
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play swivel (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  13. Pass85,917 miles (+12,057)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    85,917 miles
    Test number
    925459447832
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges, advise replace

  14. Pass73,860 miles (+11,355)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    73,860 miles
    Test number
    194100239991
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass62,505 miles (+12,071)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    62,505 miles
    Test number
    888561898230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass50,434 miles (+10,473)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    50,434 miles
    Test number
    855168965047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass39,961 miles (+11,467)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    39,961 miles
    Test number
    578421954056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass28,494 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    28,494 miles
    Test number
    237866963017
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about X5 FCE

Does X5 FCE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 FCE is valid until 4 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 FCE?
The MOT on X5 FCE is valid until 4 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 FCE done?
X5 FCE was recorded at 142,247 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 8,709 miles a year.
Has X5 FCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 FCE has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 FCE 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 FCE find?
X5 FCE passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 8 advisories: coolant leak; nearside front outer tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement, and 5 more.

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