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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

X5 WLGMOT history

X5 WLG is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 25 Feb 2004. Its MOT is valid until 5 Apr 2027 and it has passed 19 of 34 MOT tests, with 283,305 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Mar 2026.

X5 WLG black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 5 Apr 2027
Mileage
283,305 mi
At MOT on 30 Mar 2026
MOT tests
34
19 passed · 15 failed
Per year
11,627 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 WLG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
25 Feb 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 WLG was last recorded at 283,305 miles on 30 Mar 2026, 9,889 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
273,416 miles · 1 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
9,889 miles
Average per year
11,627 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 283,305 miles
  • 2025 – 273,416 miles
  • 2024 – 262,979 miles
  • 2023 – 255,636 miles
  • 2022 – 247,564 miles
  • 2021 – 234,801 miles
  • 2020 – 231,982 miles
  • 2019 – 220,727 miles
  • 2018 – 207,747 miles
  • 2017 – 201,486 miles
  • 2016 – 189,138 miles
  • 2015 – 176,331 miles
  • 2014 – 161,649 miles
  • 2013 – 146,974 miles
  • 2012 – 132,155 miles
  • 2011 – 118,139 miles
  • 2010 – 105,978 miles
  • 2009 – 93,438 miles
  • 2007 – 60,480 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass283,305 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nehind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryParking brake effiency weak / on minimum requirement.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light

    Minor2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass283,305 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    283,305 miles
    Test number
    990914986654
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nehind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effiency weak / on minimum requirement.

  2. Fail283,301 miles (+9,885)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    283,301 miles
    Test number
    105614278794
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended not engaging (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nehind fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake effiency weak / on minimum requirement.

  3. Pass273,416 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    273,416 miles
    Test number
    253126942086
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail273,411 miles (+10,432)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    273,411 miles
    Test number
    750715298305
    • 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))
    • MinorFront Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced both (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass262,979 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    262,979 miles
    Test number
    979897743030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail262,975 miles (+7,339)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    262,975 miles
    Test number
    494090165589
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

  7. Pass255,636 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    255,636 miles
    Test number
    803963610688
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail255,632 miles (+8,068)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    255,632 miles
    Test number
    705098328891
    • DangerousOffside Suspension system inoperative (5.3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass247,564 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    247,564 miles
    Test number
    170931501467
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights glazed

  10. Fail247,561 miles (+115)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,561 miles
    Test number
    451831844608
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth headlights glazed

  11. Fail247,446 miles (+12,645)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    247,446 miles
    Test number
    692007805142
    • MajorBrake performance not tested rear subframe cracked and corroded (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside 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))
    • MajorOffside Rear Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

  12. Pass234,801 miles (+46)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    234,801 miles
    Test number
    823346192033
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering slightly notchy in operation

  13. Fail234,755 miles (+2,773)14 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    234,755 miles
    Test number
    261527499805
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded front to back pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (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))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brake pipe excessively corroded across floor (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorRear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle tailgate (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MinorNearside Rear Direction indicator lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass231,982 miles (+168)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    231,982 miles
    Test number
    577635176683
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering fluid level very low.
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  15. Fail231,814 miles (+11,087)3 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,814 miles
    Test number
    813689535864
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  16. Pass220,727 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    220,727 miles
    Test number
    273571904682
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNoise from gearbox when clutch is pressed
    • AdvisoryNs front wing is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  17. Fail220,726 miles (+12,979)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    220,726 miles
    Test number
    847891169421
    • MajorParking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever pivot worn to the extent that the brake may inadvertently release (1.1.6 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNoise from gearbox when clutch is pressed
    • AdvisoryNs front wing is damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  18. Pass207,747 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    207,747 miles
    Test number
    803476044651
    • AdvisoryNs front tyre has worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNs front wing is damaged at side repeater area

  19. Fail207,745 miles (+6,259)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,745 miles
    Test number
    400279654748
    • FailureNearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance is poor
    • AdvisoryHandbrake ratchet mechanism is worn in places
    • AdvisoryNs front tyre has worn on outer edge
    • AdvisoryNs front wing is damaged at side repeater area
    • AdvisoryOs rear upper suspension arm joint has movement

  20. Pass201,486 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    201,486 miles
    Test number
    641484970083
    • AdvisoryRear no plate is in poor condition

  21. Fail201,486 miles (+12,348)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,486 miles
    Test number
    564460076101
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear no plate is in poor condition

  22. Pass189,138 miles (+12,807)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    189,138 miles
    Test number
    384446698271
    • AdvisoryFront and rear brakes require checking
    • AdvisoryHandbrake performance is poor
    • AdvisoryNs front tyre has worn to 3mm
    • AdvisoryNs outer cv boot is perishing
    • AdvisoryNs rear tyre has worn to 2mm
    • AdvisoryOs rear tyre has worn to legal limit [smooth on inner edge [235/65/17104h]
    • AdvisoryRear subframe is corroded
    • AdvisoryStone chip in screen

  23. Pass176,331 miles (+14,682)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    176,331 miles
    Test number
    927612825026

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass161,649 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    161,649 miles
    Test number
    785086514042
    • NoteBlue smoke from exhaust

  25. Fail161,649 miles (+14,675)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,649 miles
    Test number
    119786414469
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBlue smoke from exhaust

  26. Pass146,974 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    676685523017
    • NoteMovement in ns front engine mount
    • NoteMovement in os front suspension arm

  27. Fail146,974 miles (+14,819)2 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,974 miles
    Test number
    256444223044
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteMovement in ns front engine mount
    • NoteMovement in os front suspension arm

  28. Pass132,155 miles5 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    132,155 miles
    Test number
    486397522080
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes have movement at inner mount
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteOil leaks from engine and gearbox areas
    • NoteRear pads appear very low
    • NoteStone chips in front screen

  29. Fail132,155 miles (+14,016)3 failures5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,155 miles
    Test number
    369576522061
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front lower suspension arm bushes have movement at inner mount
    • NoteBoth rear tyres wearing low on inner edges
    • NoteOil leaks from engine and gearbox areas
    • NoteRear pads appear very low
    • NoteStone chips in front screen

  30. Pass118,139 miles (+12,161)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    118,139 miles
    Test number
    608217901024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass105,978 miles (+12)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    105,978 miles
    Test number
    964348020002
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNsr side lights dim

  32. Fail105,966 miles (+12,528)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,966 miles
    Test number
    363976220028
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNsr side lights dim

  33. Pass93,438 miles (+32,958)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    93,438 miles
    Test number
    262981329011
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  34. Pass60,480 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    60,480 miles
    Test number
    932309927084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 WLG

Does X5 WLG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 WLG is valid until 5 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 WLG?
The MOT on X5 WLG is valid until 5 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 WLG done?
X5 WLG was recorded at 283,305 miles at its MOT on 30 Mar 2026, an average of 11,627 miles a year.
Has X5 WLG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 WLG has failed 15 of its 34 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 WLG 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 WLG find?
X5 WLG passed its latest MOT on 30 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nehind fuel tank; parking brake effiency weak / on minimum requirement..

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