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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

X5 VRAMOT history

X5 VRA is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 10 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 25 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 29 MOT tests, with 169,067 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Jan 2026.

X5 VRA silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 25 Jan 2027
Mileage
169,067 mi
At MOT on 26 Jan 2026
MOT tests
29
19 passed · 10 failed
Per year
7,957 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 VRA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
10 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 VRA was last recorded at 169,067 miles on 26 Jan 2026, 41 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
169,026 miles · 12 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
41 miles
Average per year
7,957 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 169,067 miles
  • 2025 – 165,829 miles
  • 2024 – 158,121 miles
  • 2023 – 149,994 miles
  • 2021 – 142,710 miles
  • 2020 – 128,492 miles
  • 2019 – 120,093 miles
  • 2018 – 112,671 miles
  • 2016 – 103,001 miles
  • 2015 – 94,496 miles
  • 2014 – 83,048 miles
  • 2013 – 70,925 miles
  • 2012 – 58,533 miles
  • 2011 – 48,457 miles
  • 2010 – 39,003 miles
  • 2009 – 34,394 miles
  • 2008 – 29,278 miles
  • 2007 – 22,940 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass169,067 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Child seat secured in nearside rear seat belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear tyres wearing prematurely on inner edges

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

29 tests since 15 Sept 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass169,067 miles (+41)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    169,067 miles
    Test number
    241486098729
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  2. Fail169,026 miles (+3,197)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,026 miles
    Test number
    623826645549
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass165,829 miles (+7,708)5 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    165,829 miles
    Test number
    401986699596
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass158,121 miles (+8,127)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    158,121 miles
    Test number
    700176933439
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass149,994 miles (+7,284)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    149,994 miles
    Test number
    661396430718
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass142,710 miles (+7,546)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    142,710 miles
    Test number
    471978594374
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Outer bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass135,164 miles (+6,672)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    135,164 miles
    Test number
    493692030905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass128,492 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    128,492 miles
    Test number
    545598258317
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  9. Fail128,492 miles (+8,399)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,492 miles
    Test number
    399242852866
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  10. Pass120,093 miles (+70)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    120,093 miles
    Test number
    264404711487
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  11. Fail120,023 miles (+7,352)2 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,023 miles
    Test number
    697462864514
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass112,671 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    112,671 miles
    Test number
    599868250051
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm bald on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm bald on inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4 mm worn on very inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  13. Fail112,671 miles (+9,670)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,671 miles
    Test number
    288248753739
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm bald on outer side wall (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3 mm bald on inner & outer edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 4 mm worn on very inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  14. Pass103,001 miles (+8,505)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    103,001 miles
    Test number
    393471195444
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer cv boot has a pin hole in it

  15. Pass94,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    94,496 miles
    Test number
    356903981958
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat secured in nearside rear seat belt
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing prematurely on inner edges

  16. Fail94,496 miles (+11,448)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,496 miles
    Test number
    540315453899
    • FailureNearside 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 Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryChild seat secured in nearside rear seat belt
    • AdvisoryRear tyres wearing prematurely on inner edges

  17. Fail83,048 miles2 repaired1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    219945944212
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

  18. Pass83,048 miles (+12,123)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    83,048 miles
    Test number
    929815444242
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOffside rear tyre devoid of tread on inner edge

  19. Pass70,925 miles (+53)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    70,925 miles
    Test number
    577074453282
    • NoteCenter rear seat belt not tested as a child seat was fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  20. Fail70,872 miles (+12,339)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,872 miles
    Test number
    617229043200
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • NoteCenter rear seat belt not tested as a child seat was fitted
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on the outer edge

  21. Pass58,533 miles (+10,076)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    58,533 miles
    Test number
    327064442286
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  22. Pass48,457 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    838224241282
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  23. Fail48,457 miles (+9,454)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,457 miles
    Test number
    396224441232
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • 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)

  24. Pass39,003 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    192052850266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail39,003 miles (+4,609)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,003 miles
    Test number
    324852950206
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  26. Pass34,394 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    34,394 miles
    Test number
    200991389261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass29,278 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    29,278 miles
    Test number
    360297598227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail29,278 miles (+6,338)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,278 miles
    Test number
    200715198294
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Upper Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  29. Pass22,940 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    22,940 miles
    Test number
    340128257262

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 VRA

Does X5 VRA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 VRA is valid until 25 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 VRA?
The MOT on X5 VRA is valid until 25 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 VRA done?
X5 VRA was recorded at 169,067 miles at its MOT on 26 Jan 2026, an average of 7,957 miles a year.
Has X5 VRA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 VRA has failed 10 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 VRA 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 VRA find?
X5 VRA passed its latest MOT on 26 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed.

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