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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2011 · 2,993 cc

X5 MEKMOT history

X5 MEK is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 12 Dec 2011. Its MOT is valid until 20 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 45,927 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 May 2026.

X5 MEK black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 May 2027
Mileage
45,927 mi
At MOT on 21 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,073 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 MEK
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
12 Dec 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 May 2027
Latest MOT test
21 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 MEK was last recorded at 45,927 miles on 21 May 2026, 8 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
45,919 miles · 20 May 2026
Between the last two tests
8 miles
Average per year
3,073 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 45,927 miles
  • 2025 – 37,485 miles
  • 2024 – 29,506 miles
  • 2023 – 26,579 miles
  • 2022 – 24,567 miles
  • 2021 – 23,403 miles
  • 2020 – 21,894 miles
  • 2019 – 20,106 miles
  • 2017 – 16,224 miles
  • 2016 – 14,317 miles
  • 2015 – 12,670 miles
  • 2014 – 10,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass45,927 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Covers fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

17 tests since 2 Dec 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass45,927 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2027
    Odometer
    45,927 miles
    Test number
    306655787236
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail45,919 miles (+8,434)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,919 miles
    Test number
    543676844830
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass37,485 miles (+7,979)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2026
    Odometer
    37,485 miles
    Test number
    170306973682
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen washers border-line

  4. Pass29,506 miles (+689)
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2025
    Odometer
    29,506 miles
    Test number
    667734370348

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass28,817 miles (+2,238)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    28,817 miles
    Test number
    657946279265
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  6. Pass26,579 miles (+2,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    26,579 miles
    Test number
    479482773177
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  7. Pass24,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    24,567 miles
    Test number
    774417787310

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail24,567 miles (+1,164)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,567 miles
    Test number
    391899481383
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too far to the left (4.1.2 (a))

  9. Pass23,403 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    23,403 miles
    Test number
    722824651953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail23,403 miles (+1,509)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,403 miles
    Test number
    519944661218
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass21,894 miles (+1,788)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    21,894 miles
    Test number
    802934440215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass20,106 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    20,106 miles
    Test number
    155892407865
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  13. Fail20,106 miles (+3,882)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,106 miles
    Test number
    381889355327
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass16,224 miles (+1,907)
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    16,224 miles
    Test number
    931811091050

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass14,317 miles (+1,647)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    14,317 miles
    Test number
    750779050303
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit edges worn (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays + engine bay covers fitted when tested

  16. Pass12,670 miles (+1,984)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    12,670 miles
    Test number
    820705627254
    • AdvisoryUndertrays engine covers fitted full inspection not possible

  17. Pass10,686 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    10,686 miles
    Test number
    315616034375
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about X5 MEK

Does X5 MEK currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 MEK is valid until 20 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 MEK?
The MOT on X5 MEK is valid until 20 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 MEK done?
X5 MEK was recorded at 45,927 miles at its MOT on 21 May 2026, an average of 3,073 miles a year.
Has X5 MEK ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 MEK has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 20 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 MEK 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 MEK find?
X5 MEK passed its latest MOT on 21 May 2026 with 3 advisories: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s; rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule n/s and o/s; rear sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened.

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