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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

X5 PLYMOT history

X5 PLY is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 30 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jul 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 86,232 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Jul 2026.

X5 PLY grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jul 2027
Mileage
86,232 mi
At MOT on 23 Jul 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,143 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 PLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
30 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 PLY was last recorded at 86,232 miles on 23 Jul 2026, 3,175 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,057 miles · 8 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
3,175 miles
Average per year
4,143 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 86,232 miles
  • 2025 – 83,057 miles
  • 2024 – 79,933 miles
  • 2023 – 76,322 miles
  • 2022 – 73,133 miles
  • 2021 – 70,277 miles
  • 2020 – 69,013 miles
  • 2019 – 64,760 miles
  • 2018 – 60,202 miles
  • 2017 – 54,100 miles
  • 2016 – 50,094 miles
  • 2014 – 40,801 miles
  • 2013 – 34,830 miles
  • 2012 – 28,967 miles
  • 2011 – 25,276 miles
  • 2010 – 20,657 miles
  • 2009 – 16,444 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass86,232 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (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.

  • Brake hose slightly deteriorated both front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 18 Sept 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass86,232 miles (+3,175)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    86,232 miles
    Test number
    923508473577
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass83,057 miles (+3,124)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    83,057 miles
    Test number
    415553544800
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass79,933 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    79,933 miles
    Test number
    219657891134
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail79,933 miles (+3,611)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,933 miles
    Test number
    355495998142
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass76,322 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    896136659661

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail76,322 miles (+3,189)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,322 miles
    Test number
    515549388462
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass73,133 miles (+2,856)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    73,133 miles
    Test number
    569673665405
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both front (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre starting to wear on inner edge
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass70,277 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    70,277 miles
    Test number
    577872131346
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  9. Fail70,277 miles (+1,264)1 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,277 miles
    Test number
    183999005808
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass69,013 miles (+4,253)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,013 miles
    Test number
    846986155231

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass64,760 miles (+4,558)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    64,760 miles
    Test number
    100822067275

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass60,202 miles (+6,102)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,202 miles
    Test number
    109203978135
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass54,100 miles (+4,006)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,100 miles
    Test number
    816404266216
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre distorted on inner edge
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass50,094 miles (+9,293)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,094 miles
    Test number
    341754146386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass40,801 miles (+5,971)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    40,801 miles
    Test number
    287656874287
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass34,830 miles (+5,863)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    34,830 miles
    Test number
    238594383241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,967 miles (+3,691)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    28,967 miles
    Test number
    868826182249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass25,276 miles (+4,619)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    25,276 miles
    Test number
    845637271269
    • 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)
    • NoteFront tyres cracking in sidewalls (advise replacement)
    • NoteRear tyres starting to crack in sidewalls

  19. Pass20,657 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    20,657 miles
    Test number
    910346480243
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres wearing low

  20. Fail20,657 miles (+4,213)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,657 miles
    Test number
    664826080213
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteN/s and o/s front tyres wearing low

  21. Pass16,444 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    16,444 miles
    Test number
    492701069295
    • NoteAdvise, horns work but sound slightly distorted.

Questions about X5 PLY

Does X5 PLY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 PLY is valid until 28 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 PLY?
The MOT on X5 PLY is valid until 28 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 PLY done?
X5 PLY was recorded at 86,232 miles at its MOT on 23 Jul 2026, an average of 4,143 miles a year.
Has X5 PLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 PLY has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on X5 PLY 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 PLY find?
X5 PLY passed its latest MOT on 23 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front service brake binding but not excessively; nearside headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output, and 3 more.

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