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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2004 · 4,398 cc

X5 FTCMOT history

X5 FTC is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 29 Sept 2004. Its MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 79,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jan 2025.

X5 FTC black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 23 Jan 2026
Mileage
79,904 mi
At MOT on 24 Jan 2025
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,910 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 FTC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Sept 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 FTC was last recorded at 79,904 miles on 24 Jan 2025, 669 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,235 miles · 1 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
669 miles
Average per year
3,910 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 79,904 miles
  • 2023 – 79,235 miles
  • 2020 – 78,194 miles
  • 2019 – 77,040 miles
  • 2018 – 74,911 miles
  • 2016 – 70,550 miles
  • 2015 – 59,466 miles
  • 2014 – 51,188 miles
  • 2013 – 44,412 miles
  • 2012 – 37,726 miles
  • 2011 – 32,012 miles
  • 2009 – 19,237 miles
  • 2008 – 16,945 miles
  • 2007 – 12,123 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,904 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish
  • AdvisoryNear side rear light lens damaged
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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 Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Nearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Undertrays Obscuring Components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Starting To Corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,904 miles10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,904 miles
    Test number
    916200973269
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNear side rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail79,904 miles (+669)1 repaired10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,904 miles
    Test number
    699347055785
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap sealing ring starting to perish
    • AdvisoryNear side rear light lens damaged
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass79,235 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    79,235 miles
    Test number
    619885080890
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Obscuring Components

  4. Fail79,235 miles (+1,041)4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,235 miles
    Test number
    373306598776
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut In Tread (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Edge And Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays Obscuring Components

  5. Pass78,194 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2021
    Odometer
    78,194 miles
    Test number
    155357057284
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Starting To Corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic Covers Obscuring Body Sills

  6. Fail78,194 miles (+1,154)2 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,194 miles
    Test number
    794680967406
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Outer Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Starting To Corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn On Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic Covers Obscuring Body Sills

  7. Pass77,040 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    77,040 miles
    Test number
    248248394541
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail77,039 miles (+2,128)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,039 miles
    Test number
    938608099628
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front chip in windscreen
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass74,911 miles (+12)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    74,911 miles
    Test number
    179640143405
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  10. Fail74,899 miles (+4,349)1 failure1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,899 miles
    Test number
    772106091104
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  11. Pass70,550 miles (+11,084)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    70,550 miles
    Test number
    504332759516
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass59,466 miles (+21)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    59,466 miles
    Test number
    944832744665
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside mirror slightly insecure

  13. Fail59,445 miles (+8,257)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,445 miles
    Test number
    903938800488
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Rear (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail51,188 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,188 miles
    Test number
    156256824342
    • Repaired at testOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

  15. Pass51,188 miles (+2,182)
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    51,188 miles
    Test number
    368266424375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass49,006 miles (+4,594)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    49,006 miles
    Test number
    619707464178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass44,412 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    44,412 miles
    Test number
    395899373194
    • NoteNearside front and offside front tyres worn enevenly

  18. Fail44,412 miles (+6,686)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,412 miles
    Test number
    167479873107
    • 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)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre perished

  19. Pass37,726 miles (+5,714)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    37,726 miles
    Test number
    379029682017
    • AdvisoryNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  20. Pass32,012 miles (+12,775)
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    32,012 miles
    Test number
    499334701176

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass19,237 miles (+2,292)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    19,237 miles
    Test number
    654677569265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass16,945 miles (+4,822)1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    16,945 miles
    Test number
    362998878444
    • Note285/45/19 rear tyres worn unevenly

  23. Pass12,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,123 miles
    Test number
    984818067236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 FTC

Does X5 FTC currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 FTC expired on 23 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 FTC?
The MOT on X5 FTC expired on 23 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 FTC done?
X5 FTC was recorded at 79,904 miles at its MOT on 24 Jan 2025, an average of 3,910 miles a year.
Has X5 FTC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 FTC has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 FTC 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 FTC find?
X5 FTC passed its latest MOT on 24 Jan 2025 with 10 advisories: fuel cap sealing ring starting to perish; near side rear light lens damaged; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 7 more.

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