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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X5 MEWMOT history

X5 MEW is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 30 Apr 2005. Its MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 184,990 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2023.

X5 MEW grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 9 Jan 2024
Mileage
184,990 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2023
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,514 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 MEW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
30 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 9 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 MEW was last recorded at 184,990 miles on 10 Jan 2023, 13,739 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Nov 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
171,251 miles · 4 Nov 2021
Between the last two tests
13,739 miles
Average per year
9,514 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 184,990 miles
  • 2021 – 171,251 miles
  • 2020 – 163,653 miles
  • 2019 – 157,679 miles
  • 2018 – 147,702 miles
  • 2017 – 135,769 miles
  • 2016 – 128,266 miles
  • 2015 – 110,952 miles
  • 2014 – 108,488 miles
  • 2013 – 102,771 miles
  • 2012 – 95,962 miles
  • 2011 – 85,659 miles
  • 2010 – 73,361 miles
  • 2009 – 59,399 miles
  • 2008 – 44,677 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,990 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2014

  • Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

22 tests since 11 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,990 miles (+13,739)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    184,990 miles
    Test number
    873303107646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass171,251 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    171,251 miles
    Test number
    761941787464
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension bushes showing signs of deterioration with slight movement
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted masking some components such as brake pipes

  3. FailMileage not read1 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    219159868524
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visible brake pipes heavily greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear all suspension bushes showing signs of deterioration with slight movement
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted masking some components such as brake pipes

  4. Pass163,653 miles (+5,974)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    163,653 miles
    Test number
    618572345430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass157,679 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    157,679 miles
    Test number
    521724714137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail157,679 miles (+9,977)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,679 miles
    Test number
    347320523911
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material at flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass147,702 miles (+11,933)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    147,702 miles
    Test number
    797169960028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass135,769 miles (+7,503)
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    135,769 miles
    Test number
    879128531954

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass128,266 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    128,266 miles
    Test number
    775583511440
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  10. Fail128,245 miles (+3,862)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,245 miles
    Test number
    165409958311
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass124,383 miles (+13,431)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    124,383 miles
    Test number
    409414475042
    • AdvisoryService brake juddering slightly (3.7.C.2)

  12. Pass110,952 miles (+8)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    110,952 miles
    Test number
    731293736865

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail110,944 miles (+2,456)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,944 miles
    Test number
    973046152388
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  14. Pass108,488 miles (+5,717)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    108,488 miles
    Test number
    999635644294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted to the NSR, belt not checked.
    • NoteSlight oil leak at gearbox.

  15. Pass102,771 miles (+6,809)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    102,771 miles
    Test number
    555486343287
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteSlight corrosion base of rear dampers
    • NoteSlight lip front and rear discs
    • NoteSlight oil leak from transfer box
    • NoteSlight separation front tyre tread

  16. Pass95,962 miles (+21)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    95,962 miles
    Test number
    569189342285
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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 Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteStone chip in windscreen

  17. Fail95,941 miles (+10,282)1 failure1 repaired6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,941 miles
    Test number
    697484912217
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteBoth front tyres close to legal limit
    • NoteFront brake pads getting low and front discs worn
    • NoteO/s handbrake effort lower than n/s
    • NoteRear brake pads low
    • NoteTraction control and brake warning light on

  18. Pass85,659 miles (+12,298)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2012
    Odometer
    85,659 miles
    Test number
    195784641182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass73,361 miles (+13,962)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    73,361 miles
    Test number
    211420710499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass59,399 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    59,399 miles
    Test number
    373312519118
    • NoteChip in windscreen not a failure

  21. Fail59,399 miles (+14,722)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,399 miles
    Test number
    231462319461
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChip in windscreen not a failure

  22. Pass44,677 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,677 miles
    Test number
    110932408165

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 MEW

Does X5 MEW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 MEW expired on 9 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 MEW?
The MOT on X5 MEW expired on 9 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 MEW done?
X5 MEW was recorded at 184,990 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2023, an average of 9,514 miles a year.
Has X5 MEW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 MEW has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on X5 MEW 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 MEW find?
X5 MEW passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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