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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

X5 NARMOT history

X5 NAR is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 11 Apr 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 203,031 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Mar 2026.

X5 NAR grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Apr 2027
Mileage
203,031 mi
At MOT on 25 Mar 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,173 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 NAR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 NAR was last recorded at 203,031 miles on 25 Mar 2026, 21,905 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
181,126 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
21,905 miles
Average per year
11,173 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 203,031 miles
  • 2025 – 181,126 miles
  • 2024 – 170,451 miles
  • 2023 – 169,518 miles
  • 2022 – 161,013 miles
  • 2021 – 156,808 miles
  • 2019 – 151,242 miles
  • 2018 – 144,523 miles
  • 2017 – 127,684 miles
  • 2016 – 115,082 miles
  • 2015 – 101,544 miles
  • 2014 – 91,423 miles
  • 2013 – 75,019 miles
  • 2012 – 55,163 miles
  • 2011 – 43,051 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass203,031 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

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 Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

18 tests since 29 Nov 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass203,031 miles (+21,905)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    203,031 miles
    Test number
    157645804468
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass181,126 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    181,126 miles
    Test number
    192830439441
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail181,126 miles (+10,675)2 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    181,126 miles
    Test number
    290295471629
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass170,451 miles (+933)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    170,451 miles
    Test number
    983966294116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass169,518 miles (+8,505)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    169,518 miles
    Test number
    253742266599
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle under covers not allowing full inspection

  6. Pass161,013 miles (+4,205)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    161,013 miles
    Test number
    663934278093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass156,808 miles (+5,566)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    156,808 miles
    Test number
    859379057573

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass151,242 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    151,242 miles
    Test number
    896607998806
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail151,242 miles (+6,719)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,242 miles
    Test number
    840096954450
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working Nearside Rear & Offside Rear (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre tread 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass144,523 miles (+16,839)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    144,523 miles
    Test number
    567842482370

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass127,684 miles (+12,602)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    127,684 miles
    Test number
    360982361015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass115,082 miles (+13,538)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,082 miles
    Test number
    220293971663

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,544 miles (+10,121)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    101,544 miles
    Test number
    609088265194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass91,423 miles (+16,404)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    91,423 miles
    Test number
    249778864425
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil residue on underside on undertrays
    • NoteSlight moisture around inside of n/s/f caliper piston
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass75,019 miles (+19,856)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    75,019 miles
    Test number
    866898253126
    • NoteN/S/F tyre wearing on edges.

  16. Pass55,163 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    769593872152
    • NoteSmoke meter does not register emissions

  17. Fail55,163 miles (+12,112)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    209023672405
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteSmoke meter does not register emissions

  18. Pass43,051 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    43,051 miles
    Test number
    795243231347

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 NAR

Does X5 NAR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 NAR is valid until 11 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 NAR?
The MOT on X5 NAR is valid until 11 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 NAR done?
X5 NAR was recorded at 203,031 miles at its MOT on 25 Mar 2026, an average of 11,173 miles a year.
Has X5 NAR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 NAR has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 NAR 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 NAR find?
X5 NAR passed its latest MOT on 25 Mar 2026 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides; tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all.

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