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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 2,979 cc

X5 PVHMOT history

X5 PVH is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 1 Nov 2002. Its MOT is valid until 25 Oct 2027 and it has passed 23 of 34 MOT tests, with 166,807 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Oct 2026.

X5 PVH black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Oct 2027
Mileage
166,807 mi
At MOT on 12 Oct 2021
MOT tests
34
23 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 PVH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 PVH was last recorded at 166,807 miles on 12 Oct 2021, 606 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Nov 2016: 43,401 miles, lower than 141,996 miles on 21 Oct 2015.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
166,201 miles · 22 Oct 2020
Between the last two tests
606 miles
Average per year
7,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 166,807 miles
  • 2020 – 166,201 miles
  • 2019 – 163,842 miles
  • 2018 – 153,718 miles
  • 2016 – 43,401 miles
  • 2015 – 141,996 miles
  • 2014 – 129,100 miles
  • 2013 – 118,297 miles
  • 2012 – 113,679 miles
  • 2011 – 107,625 miles
  • 2010 – 102,353 miles
  • 2009 – 96,926 miles
  • 2008 – 78,758 miles
  • 2007 – 67,659 miles
  • 2006 – 55,134 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front, inner, bush (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2024

  • Engine/body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

Full MOT history

34 tests since 1 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    929093168270
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front, inner, bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. PassMileage not read2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    457755235522
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. FailMileage not read4 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    429744369673
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    271558190934
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine/body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  5. FailMileage not read2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    360264226649
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded nearside to offside, over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine/body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  6. PassMileage not read5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    942885381565
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine/body covers fitted not allowing full inspection

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    521029634527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50/19 (5.2.3 (e))

  8. FailMileage not read1 dangerous1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    832228929748
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 285/45/19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 255/50/19 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass166,807 miles (+606)2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    166,807 miles
    Test number
    933608883426
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  10. Pass166,201 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    166,201 miles
    Test number
    161905799867
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre worn on inner edge

  11. Fail166,196 miles (+2,354)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,196 miles
    Test number
    449779472524
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play track control arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre worn on inner edge

  12. Pass163,842 miles (+10,124)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    163,842 miles
    Test number
    947994729156
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre heavily worn on inner edge

  13. Pass153,718 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    153,718 miles
    Test number
    344543500776
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNear side front tyre wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNear side rear tyre worn on inner edge

  14. PassMileage not read2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    692387661419
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edge low

  15. FailMileage not read10 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    425170565708
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Lower Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre edge low

  16. Pass43,401 miles (-98,595)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    43,401 miles
    Test number
    903332733430
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit wearing on inner edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted obscuring some components.

  17. Pass141,996 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    141,996 miles
    Test number
    127082708557
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  18. Fail141,996 miles (+12,896)1 dangerous7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,996 miles
    Test number
    473273943565
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  19. Pass129,100 miles (+2)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    129,100 miles
    Test number
    328483694498
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outside edge

  20. Fail129,098 miles (+10,801)1 dangerous2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,098 miles
    Test number
    298090794239
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn outside edge

  21. Pass118,297 miles (+4,618)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    118,297 miles
    Test number
    449517173270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass113,679 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    113,679 miles
    Test number
    535527782251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  23. Fail113,679 miles (+6,054)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,679 miles
    Test number
    837916682222
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

  24. Pass107,625 miles (+5,272)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    107,625 miles
    Test number
    328364671484

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass102,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    521411690223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass102,353 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    293671990260

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail102,353 miles (+5,427)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,353 miles
    Test number
    351255880409
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  28. Pass96,926 miles (+11)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    96,926 miles
    Test number
    504431629392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail96,915 miles (+6,576)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,915 miles
    Test number
    621736309317
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  30. Pass90,339 miles (+11,581)1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2010
    Odometer
    90,339 miles
    Test number
    610338109193
    • NoteBoth front c.v. gaiters perished and worn

  31. Pass78,758 miles (+85)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    78,758 miles
    Test number
    550104328158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail78,673 miles (+11,014)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,673 miles
    Test number
    613501028105
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint is insecure (2.5.C.1b)

  33. Pass67,659 miles (+12,525)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    67,659 miles
    Test number
    302009397049
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass55,134 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    55,134 miles
    Test number
    880191926194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 PVH

Does X5 PVH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 PVH is valid until 25 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 PVH?
The MOT on X5 PVH is valid until 25 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 PVH done?
X5 PVH was recorded at 166,807 miles at its MOT on 12 Oct 2021, an average of 7,228 miles a year.
Has X5 PVH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 PVH has failed 11 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 PVH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Nov 2016. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X5 PVH find?
X5 PVH passed its latest MOT on 6 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside rear lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower arm front, inner, bush.

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