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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

X5 NLYMOT history

X5 NLY is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 19 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 138,368 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Feb 2026.

X5 NLY grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
138,368 mi
At MOT on 23 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,166 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 NLY
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 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 NLY was last recorded at 138,368 miles on 23 Feb 2026, 5,412 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,956 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,412 miles
Average per year
5,166 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,368 miles
  • 2025 – 132,956 miles
  • 2024 – 132,512 miles
  • 2023 – 124,530 miles
  • 2022 – 120,713 miles
  • 2021 – 115,383 miles
  • 2019 – 113,158 miles
  • 2018 – 107,581 miles
  • 2017 – 100,940 miles
  • 2016 – 94,054 miles
  • 2015 – 86,142 miles
  • 2014 – 81,235 miles
  • 2013 – 76,160 miles
  • 2012 – 66,114 miles
  • 2011 – 61,358 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,368 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Front Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,368 miles (+5,412)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    138,368 miles
    Test number
    147345156242
    • MinorNearside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass132,956 miles (+444)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    132,956 miles
    Test number
    341863424595

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass132,512 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    132,512 miles
    Test number
    889612344324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass129,172 miles (+4,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    129,172 miles
    Test number
    520013442692
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryLower Under trays, sill covers and heat shields were present at time of the test.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass124,530 miles (+12)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    124,530 miles
    Test number
    460869224298
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail124,518 miles (+3,805)1 dangerous2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,518 miles
    Test number
    124493798346
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Levelling device is broken. (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Oil leak, but not excessive Rear of engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn thin on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,713 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    120,713 miles
    Test number
    606129893411
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn thin on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread and sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail120,713 miles (+5,330)1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,713 miles
    Test number
    947707534068
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive Engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Worn thin on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking in the tread and sidewalls. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner edge. (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass115,383 miles (+2,225)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,383 miles
    Test number
    860697017758

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass113,158 miles (+5,577)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    113,158 miles
    Test number
    399928418890

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass107,581 miles (+6,641)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    107,581 miles
    Test number
    832533764740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass100,940 miles (+6,886)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    100,940 miles
    Test number
    929380872349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass94,054 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    94,054 miles
    Test number
    923541791658

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail94,054 miles (+7,912)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,054 miles
    Test number
    460706292037
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid x2 (8.2.3)

  15. Pass86,142 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    86,142 miles
    Test number
    335540725002

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass81,235 miles (+5,075)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    81,235 miles
    Test number
    629337524054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass76,160 miles (+10,046)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    76,160 miles
    Test number
    849755583079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,114 miles (+4,756)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,114 miles
    Test number
    737449572044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass61,358 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    61,358 miles
    Test number
    255198181066
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wereing on in side

Questions about X5 NLY

Does X5 NLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 NLY is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 NLY?
The MOT on X5 NLY is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 NLY done?
X5 NLY was recorded at 138,368 miles at its MOT on 23 Feb 2026, an average of 5,166 miles a year.
Has X5 NLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 NLY has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on X5 NLY 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 NLY find?
X5 NLY passed its latest MOT on 23 Feb 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge, and 2 more.

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