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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 2,494 cc

X5 VEPMOT history

X5 VEP is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Sept 2000. Its MOT is valid until 27 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 34 MOT tests, with 102,816 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

X5 VEP blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 27 Feb 2027
Mileage
102,816 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
34
21 passed · 13 failed
Per year
2,958 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 VEP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
1 Sept 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 VEP was last recorded at 102,816 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 17 Feb 2009: 63,241 miles, lower than 67,824 miles on 23 Feb 2008.

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
101,925 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
891 miles
Average per year
2,958 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 102,816 miles
  • 2025 – 101,925 miles
  • 2024 – 101,482 miles
  • 2023 – 100,658 miles
  • 2022 – 100,051 miles
  • 2021 – 99,205 miles
  • 2020 – 98,654 miles
  • 2019 – 95,782 miles
  • 2018 – 94,051 miles
  • 2017 – 92,456 miles
  • 2016 – 91,047 miles
  • 2015 – 87,115 miles
  • 2014 – 84,975 miles
  • 2013 – 82,404 miles
  • 2012 – 78,934 miles
  • 2011 – 73,024 miles
  • 2010 – 68,595 miles
  • 2009 – 63,241 miles
  • 2008 – 67,824 miles
  • 2007 – 51,224 miles
  • 2006 – 43,847 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass102,816 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive around engine and gear box

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Undertray's fitted so can't fully inspect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

34 tests since 28 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass102,816 miles (+891)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    102,816 miles
    Test number
    911412483627
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Pass101,925 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    101,925 miles
    Test number
    290297246555
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect
  3. Fail101,924 miles (+442)3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,924 miles
    Test number
    918260830885
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 225/45/17 (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive around engine and gear box (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndertray's fitted so can't fully inspect
  4. Pass101,482 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    101,482 miles
    Test number
    652861636429
    • AdvisoryAdvise wiper blades becoming smeary
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Fail101,481 miles (+823)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,481 miles
    Test number
    170052301593
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator brake warning light on (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect kick up to the right (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryAdvise wiper blades becoming smeary
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass100,658 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    100,658 miles
    Test number
    732321675013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail100,658 miles (+607)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,658 miles
    Test number
    944917506670
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
  8. Pass100,051 miles (+846)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    100,051 miles
    Test number
    644037653008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass99,205 miles (+551)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    99,205 miles
    Test number
    432873047772

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass98,654 miles (+2,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    98,654 miles
    Test number
    171587855924
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  11. Pass95,782 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    721290718878

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail95,782 miles (+1,731)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,782 miles
    Test number
    556763200509
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  13. Pass94,051 miles (+1,591)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    94,051 miles
    Test number
    467835617614

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,460 miles (+4)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,460 miles
    Test number
    149987873200
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
  15. Pass92,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    92,456 miles
    Test number
    420011464060

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail92,456 miles (+1,409)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,456 miles
    Test number
    393731154903
    • FailureNearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • AdvisoryRear suspension uneven
  17. Pass91,047 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    102908132934
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both inner edges (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail91,047 miles (+3,932)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,047 miles
    Test number
    512786742776
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureElectronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit Both inner edges (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass87,115 miles (+2,140)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    87,115 miles
    Test number
    568192845013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,975 miles (+2,571)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    84,975 miles
    Test number
    157661744416

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass82,404 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    82,404 miles
    Test number
    818730153026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail82,404 miles (+3,470)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,404 miles
    Test number
    349787043010
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
  23. Pass78,934 miles (+5,910)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    78,934 miles
    Test number
    799069342094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass73,024 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    73,024 miles
    Test number
    465508041065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. FailMileage not read1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    855777141090
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
  26. Pass68,595 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    754953650080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail68,595 miles (+5,354)3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,595 miles
    Test number
    971033550036
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate faded (6.3.1d)
  28. Pass63,241 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    470098649036

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Fail63,241 miles (-4,583)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,241 miles
    Test number
    222798349066
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp not in a clean condition affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  30. Pass67,824 miles (+16,600)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    67,824 miles
    Test number
    761354458070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass51,224 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    51,224 miles
    Test number
    481353157072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail51,224 miles (+7,377)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,224 miles
    Test number
    194401357482
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  33. Pass43,847 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    43,847 miles
    Test number
    101639856403
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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. Fail43,847 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,847 miles
    Test number
    533649356031
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about X5 VEP

Does X5 VEP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 VEP is valid until 27 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 VEP?
The MOT on X5 VEP is valid until 27 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 VEP done?
X5 VEP was recorded at 102,816 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 2,958 miles a year.
Has X5 VEP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 VEP has failed 13 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on X5 VEP ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 17 Feb 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X5 VEP find?
X5 VEP passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 2 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; oil leak, but not excessive.

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