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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

X5 VSXMOT history

X5 VSX is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 25 Aug 2027 and it has passed 22 of 31 MOT tests, with 93,935 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

X5 VSX black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Aug 2027
Mileage
93,935 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
31
22 passed · 9 failed
Per year
2,700 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

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

Mileage history

X5 VSX was last recorded at 93,935 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1,370 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,565 miles · 20 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,370 miles
Average per year
2,700 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,935 miles
  • 2025 – 92,565 miles
  • 2024 – 91,078 miles
  • 2023 – 89,162 miles
  • 2022 – 86,444 miles
  • 2021 – 83,757 miles
  • 2020 – 81,025 miles
  • 2019 – 79,914 miles
  • 2018 – 78,580 miles
  • 2017 – 76,983 miles
  • 2016 – 76,191 miles
  • 2015 – 74,991 miles
  • 2013 – 71,702 miles
  • 2012 – 69,509 miles
  • 2011 – 66,426 miles
  • 2010 – 58,498 miles
  • 2009 – 54,649 miles
  • 2008 – 51,510 miles
  • 2007 – 48,228 miles
  • 2006 – 43,601 miles
  • 2005 – 37,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,935 miles
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear light units on tailgate are faded

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.

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

Full MOT history

31 tests since 14 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,935 miles (+1,370)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    93,935 miles
    Test number
    890357990987
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear light units on tailgate are faded

  2. Pass92,565 miles (+1,487)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    92,565 miles
    Test number
    662610767241
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass91,078 miles (+1,916)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    91,078 miles
    Test number
    284207663741
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass89,162 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,162 miles
    Test number
    818493952591
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all mounting bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail89,160 miles (+2,716)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,160 miles
    Test number
    883923981696
    • MajorOffside 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 Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorRear Sub-frame pin or bush excessively worn subframe all mounting rubbers (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all mounting bushes worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass86,444 miles (+2,687)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,444 miles
    Test number
    155857905065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass83,757 miles (+2,732)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,757 miles
    Test number
    361371104435
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass81,025 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    81,025 miles
    Test number
    707241916520
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail81,024 miles (+1,110)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,024 miles
    Test number
    875054764996
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested No pattern to beam. (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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 Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Back of engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,914 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    79,914 miles
    Test number
    230256591364

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail79,913 miles (+1,333)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,913 miles
    Test number
    749859733856
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,580 miles (+1,597)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    78,580 miles
    Test number
    998365053732
    • AdvisoryStone chip to windscreen
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All four tyres in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  13. Pass76,983 miles (+792)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2018
    Odometer
    76,983 miles
    Test number
    199260203200
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front number plate slightly damaged (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear tyres slightly perishing on outer edges
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded Rear metal brake pipes slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass76,191 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    76,191 miles
    Test number
    346109287282
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracked in treaded area
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre outer side walls slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to outer side of both rear brake discs

  15. Fail76,188 miles (+1,197)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,188 miles
    Test number
    448372801689
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Both rear flexy brake hoses (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint straight control arm ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres cracked in treaded area
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyre outer side walls slightly perished
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisorySlight corrosion to outer side of both rear brake discs

  16. Pass74,991 miles (+3,289)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    74,991 miles
    Test number
    107323185068
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  17. Pass71,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    71,702 miles
    Test number
    455817953364
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail71,702 miles (+2,193)1 failure2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,702 miles
    Test number
    589967953382
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Fail69,509 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    295559052387
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass69,509 miles (+3,083)
    MOT expiry
    23 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    69,509 miles
    Test number
    297499052300

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass66,426 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    66,426 miles
    Test number
    415664251398
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  22. Fail66,426 miles (+7,928)3 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,426 miles
    Test number
    538444851383
    • FailureNearside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

  23. Pass58,498 miles (+3,849)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,498 miles
    Test number
    682517450349
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass54,649 miles (+5)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    54,649 miles
    Test number
    620737959314
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail54,644 miles (+3,134)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,644 miles
    Test number
    453906159394
    • DangerousOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass51,510 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    51,510 miles
    Test number
    444683958481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail51,510 miles (+3,282)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,510 miles
    Test number
    330313158340
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  28. Pass48,228 miles (+4,627)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    48,228 miles
    Test number
    113485357304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass43,601 miles (+2,494)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    43,601 miles
    Test number
    941542156391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass41,107 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    41,107 miles
    Test number
    844026716206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass37,838 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    37,838 miles
    Test number
    112818315341
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about X5 VSX

Does X5 VSX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 VSX is valid until 25 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 VSX?
The MOT on X5 VSX is valid until 25 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 VSX done?
X5 VSX was recorded at 93,935 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,700 miles a year.
Has X5 VSX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 VSX has failed 9 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on X5 VSX 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 VSX find?
X5 VSX passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 7 advisories: offside windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both; oil leak, but not excessive, and 5 more.

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