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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

X5 FXLMOT history

X5 FXL is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 8 Jul 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 May 2027 and it has passed 14 of 20 MOT tests, with 97,165 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

X5 FXL blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 May 2027
Mileage
97,165 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
14 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,108 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 FXL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
8 Jul 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 May 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 FXL was last recorded at 97,165 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,165 miles · 29 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,108 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,165 miles
  • 2025 – 95,087 miles
  • 2024 – 93,265 miles
  • 2023 – 91,989 miles
  • 2022 – 89,573 miles
  • 2021 – 85,507 miles
  • 2020 – 82,479 miles
  • 2019 – 73,170 miles
  • 2018 – 54,296 miles
  • 2017 – 37,679 miles
  • 2016 – 34,737 miles
  • 2015 – 29,772 miles
  • 2014 – 25,061 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,165 miles
  • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosionRecorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Parking brake switch broken/loose (1.1.6 (d))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and slightly cracking on tread - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Exhaust clamp broken/missing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Handbrake switch damaged/loose but can be operated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front Headlamp cleaning device inoperative

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

20 tests since 10 Jul 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass97,165 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2027
    Odometer
    97,165 miles
    Test number
    962462810897
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Parking brake switch broken/loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and slightly cracking on tread - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  2. Fail97,165 miles (+2,078)2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,165 miles
    Test number
    393712057739
    • MajorFront Exhaust system insecure Clamp broken/missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged or deteriorated and function affected (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryElectronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated Parking brake switch broken/loose (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn on edges and slightly cracking on tread - at 5mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  3. Pass95,087 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2026
    Odometer
    95,087 miles
    Test number
    906160865913
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken/missing
    • AdvisoryHandbrake switch damaged/loose but can be operated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  4. Fail95,087 miles (+1,822)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,087 miles
    Test number
    815355089196
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 275/40R20 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBody, axle, chassis and component corrosion
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust clamp broken/missing
    • AdvisoryHandbrake switch damaged/loose but can be operated
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush Both (5.3.2 (c))
  5. Pass93,265 miles (+1,276)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2025
    Odometer
    93,265 miles
    Test number
    232857906857
    • AdvisoryParking brake control button insecure but still operates.
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear discs, inner surface. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both rear. (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryVarious points of corrosion beginning to appear on vehicle.
  6. Pass91,989 miles (+43)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2024
    Odometer
    91,989 miles
    Test number
    142114726055
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad sensor not attached to brake pad.
    • AdvisoryHandbrake switch faulty but operative
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  7. Fail91,946 miles (+2,373)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,946 miles
    Test number
    977095449925
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MinorFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule x2 (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad sensor not attached to brake pad.
    • AdvisoryHandbrake switch faulty but operative
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted.
  8. Pass89,573 miles (+4,066)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2023
    Odometer
    89,573 miles
    Test number
    209343969786
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inner front bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted
  9. Pass85,507 miles (+3,028)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    85,507 miles
    Test number
    931016883708
    • AdvisoryNearside rear hub damp with cv greese
  10. Pass82,479 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2021
    Odometer
    82,479 miles
    Test number
    251072206489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail82,479 miles (+9,309)2 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,479 miles
    Test number
    468098805583
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  12. Pass73,170 miles (+5,545)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    73,170 miles
    Test number
    801838865074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,625 miles (+13,329)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    67,625 miles
    Test number
    184188002961
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  14. Pass54,296 miles (+16,617)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    54,296 miles
    Test number
    574981981738

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass37,679 miles (+2,942)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    37,679 miles
    Test number
    309454724518

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass34,737 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    34,737 miles
    Test number
    223448677500

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail34,737 miles (+4,965)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,737 miles
    Test number
    160865553221
    • FailureFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
  18. Pass29,772 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    29,772 miles
    Test number
    528167875113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail29,772 miles (+4,711)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,772 miles
    Test number
    348147675128
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
  20. Pass25,061 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    25,061 miles
    Test number
    629921594100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 FXL

Does X5 FXL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 FXL is valid until 24 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 FXL?
The MOT on X5 FXL is valid until 24 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 FXL done?
X5 FXL was recorded at 97,165 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 6,108 miles a year.
Has X5 FXL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 FXL has failed 6 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 FXL 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 FXL find?
X5 FXL passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 5 advisories: body, axle, chassis and component corrosion; brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all; electronic parking brake defective but can be satisfactorily operated parking brake switch broken/loose, and 2 more.

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