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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X5 TAUMOT history

X5 TAU is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 15 Jun 2005. Its MOT is valid until 9 Mar 2027 and it has passed 17 of 26 MOT tests, with 157,234 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Mar 2026.

X5 TAU black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Mar 2027
Mileage
157,234 mi
At MOT on 10 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
17 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,522 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 TAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
15 Jun 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 TAU was last recorded at 157,234 miles on 10 Mar 2026, 2,448 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,786 miles · 24 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,448 miles
Average per year
5,522 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 157,234 miles
  • 2025 – 154,786 miles
  • 2024 – 153,208 miles
  • 2022 – 151,122 miles
  • 2021 – 148,412 miles
  • 2020 – 147,011 miles
  • 2019 – 143,904 miles
  • 2017 – 141,107 miles
  • 2016 – 139,266 miles
  • 2015 – 136,982 miles
  • 2014 – 136,243 miles
  • 2013 – 135,041 miles
  • 2012 – 130,041 miles
  • 2011 – 108,779 miles
  • 2010 – 81,899 miles
  • 2009 – 69,586 miles
  • 2008 – 59,333 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass157,234 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 7 MOTs since 2020

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 Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jun 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass157,234 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    157,234 miles
    Test number
    436323487721
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail157,234 miles (+2,448)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    157,234 miles
    Test number
    792034694299
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Both Sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass154,786 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    154,786 miles
    Test number
    140071278383
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail154,786 miles (+1,578)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,786 miles
    Test number
    237063989425
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both Sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass153,208 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    153,208 miles
    Test number
    242522003244
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Fail153,208 miles (+2,086)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,208 miles
    Test number
    950028751577
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass151,122 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    151,122 miles
    Test number
    338352548953
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail151,122 miles (+2,710)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,122 miles
    Test number
    279428332581
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass148,412 miles (+1)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    148,412 miles
    Test number
    406682639925
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail148,411 miles (+1,400)1 dangerous1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,411 miles
    Test number
    963798036777
    • DangerousOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking and braking performance affected (1.1.16 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass147,011 miles (+1)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    147,011 miles
    Test number
    759768330772
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  12. Fail147,010 miles (+3,106)4 dangerous4 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,010 miles
    Test number
    864621719895
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Forward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  13. Pass143,904 miles (+2,797)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    143,904 miles
    Test number
    800193267925
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  14. Pass141,107 miles (+1,841)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    141,107 miles
    Test number
    583287764264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass139,266 miles (+67)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    139,266 miles
    Test number
    919694910309
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  16. Fail139,199 miles (+2,217)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,199 miles
    Test number
    520883928076
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Backward (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint Backward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both sides (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  17. Pass136,982 miles (+739)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    136,982 miles
    Test number
    216498905503
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint backward (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint backward (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass136,243 miles (+1,202)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    136,243 miles
    Test number
    367911654321
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  19. Pass135,041 miles (+5,000)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    135,041 miles
    Test number
    505251753308
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass130,041 miles (+21,262)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    130,041 miles
    Test number
    567989042372
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass108,779 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    108,779 miles
    Test number
    845253231313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail108,779 miles (+26,880)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,779 miles
    Test number
    429823831444
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torsion bar slight play at an end fixing (2.4.E.2)

  23. Pass81,899 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    81,899 miles
    Test number
    380604610446

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail81,899 miles (+12,313)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,899 miles
    Test number
    200624910219
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • 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)

  25. Pass69,586 miles (+10,253)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    69,586 miles
    Test number
    242396969154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass59,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    59,333 miles
    Test number
    620348868153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 TAU

Does X5 TAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 TAU is valid until 9 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 TAU?
The MOT on X5 TAU is valid until 9 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 TAU done?
X5 TAU was recorded at 157,234 miles at its MOT on 10 Mar 2026, an average of 5,522 miles a year.
Has X5 TAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 TAU has failed 9 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 TAU 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 TAU find?
X5 TAU passed its latest MOT on 10 Mar 2026 with 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated both sides; offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 3 more.

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