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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

X5 JBVMOT history

X5 JBV is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 3 Nov 2006. Its MOT is valid until 15 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 156,752 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2026.

X5 JBV blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 15 Oct 2027
Mileage
156,752 mi
At MOT on 16 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,889 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 JBV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
3 Nov 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 JBV was last recorded at 156,752 miles on 16 Oct 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Oct 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
156,752 miles · 15 Oct 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,889 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,752 miles
  • 2025 – 153,868 miles
  • 2024 – 148,623 miles
  • 2023 – 146,722 miles
  • 2022 – 144,160 miles
  • 2021 – 139,113 miles
  • 2020 – 132,179 miles
  • 2019 – 129,764 miles
  • 2018 – 122,248 miles
  • 2017 – 115,056 miles
  • 2016 – 106,804 miles
  • 2015 – 96,036 miles
  • 2014 – 86,550 miles
  • 2013 – 77,975 miles
  • 2012 – 69,116 miles
  • 2011 – 61,383 miles
  • 2010 – 50,052 miles
  • 2009 – 34,894 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass156,752 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2026

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Feb 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass156,752 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    156,752 miles
    Test number
    741633174044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail156,752 miles (+2,884)2 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,752 miles
    Test number
    546216169004
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Both Sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass153,868 miles (+42)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    153,868 miles
    Test number
    850625935568
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE X2 WORN SMOOTH ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail153,826 miles (+5,203)1 dangerous8 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,826 miles
    Test number
    163944846762
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFuel system component leaking fuel dripping from under trays (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low x2 (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (banana arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Rear fog lamp lens defective such that emitted light is adversely affected (4.5.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (banana arm) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE X2 WORN SMOOTH ON INNER EDGES (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass148,623 miles (+2)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,623 miles
    Test number
    840139552821
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryHAND BRAKE ONLY JUST PASSED THE TEST 17%
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))

  6. Fail148,621 miles (+1,899)4 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,621 miles
    Test number
    956741613008
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (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))

  7. Pass146,722 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    146,722 miles
    Test number
    232624687635
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail146,722 miles (+2,562)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,722 miles
    Test number
    600115938739
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass144,160 miles (+5,047)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    144,160 miles
    Test number
    684967499352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,113 miles (+6,934)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    139,113 miles
    Test number
    309405365920
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play INNER (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge AND NAIL IN (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass132,179 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    132,179 miles
    Test number
    870608503708
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL SLIGHTLY LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Fail132,179 miles (+2,415)1 dangerous4 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,179 miles
    Test number
    655435231374
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing WHEEL STUD (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryENGINE OIL SLIGHTLY LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH SIDES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement BOTH SIDES (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass129,764 miles (+1,859)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    129,764 miles
    Test number
    463554401666
    • MinorFront Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass127,905 miles (+5,657)2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    127,905 miles
    Test number
    821099086825
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.8mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryParking brake is 17% may need repair
    • AdvisoryUndertrays and engine covers fitted unable to check certain items

  15. Pass122,248 miles (+7,192)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    122,248 miles
    Test number
    240685867743
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake is 16%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted unable to check certain items

  16. Pass115,056 miles (+8,252)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    115,056 miles
    Test number
    626888256975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake is 17%
    • AdvisoryUnder trays and engine covers fitted unable to check certain items

  17. Pass106,804 miles (+10,768)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    106,804 miles
    Test number
    118539983759
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass96,036 miles (+9,486)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    96,036 miles
    Test number
    808566305096
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass86,550 miles (+8,575)1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    86,550 miles
    Test number
    836327604069
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  20. Pass77,975 miles (+8,859)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    77,975 miles
    Test number
    205872113098
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  21. Pass69,116 miles (+7,733)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    69,116 miles
    Test number
    398046102016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass61,383 miles (+11,331)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    61,383 miles
    Test number
    229531011008
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  23. Pass50,052 miles (+15,158)
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    50,052 miles
    Test number
    144929210037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,894 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,894 miles
    Test number
    433417439088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 JBV

Does X5 JBV currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 JBV is valid until 15 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 JBV?
The MOT on X5 JBV is valid until 15 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 JBV done?
X5 JBV was recorded at 156,752 miles at its MOT on 16 Oct 2026, an average of 6,889 miles a year.
Has X5 JBV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 JBV has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 JBV 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 JBV find?
X5 JBV passed its latest MOT on 16 Oct 2026 with 3 advisories: front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides; front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both sides; nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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