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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

X5 WVBMOT history

X5 WVB is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2027 and it has passed 19 of 23 MOT tests, with 179,359 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

X5 WVB grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2027
Mileage
179,359 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
23
19 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,841 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 WVB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 WVB was last recorded at 179,359 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 1,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,084 miles · 16 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
1,275 miles
Average per year
6,841 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 179,359 miles
  • 2025 – 178,084 miles
  • 2024 – 174,591 miles
  • 2023 – 169,614 miles
  • 2022 – 167,155 miles
  • 2021 – 164,966 miles
  • 2020 – 160,769 miles
  • 2019 – 154,988 miles
  • 2018 – 146,530 miles
  • 2017 – 139,467 miles
  • 2016 – 134,682 miles
  • 2015 – 128,488 miles
  • 2014 – 120,936 miles
  • 2013 – 113,151 miles
  • 2012 – 103,453 miles
  • 2011 – 91,735 miles
  • 2010 – 76,237 miles
  • 2009 – 65,706 miles
  • 2008 – 52,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass179,359 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Accident damage to front

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Front discs worn and lipped wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass179,359 miles (+1,275)3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    179,359 miles
    Test number
    518559601565
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass178,084 miles (+3,493)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    178,084 miles
    Test number
    610885412340
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryHand brake has little or no reserve travel

  3. Pass174,591 miles (+4,977)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    174,591 miles
    Test number
    195195695491
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  4. Pass169,614 miles (+2,459)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    169,614 miles
    Test number
    134514631736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass167,155 miles (+2,189)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    167,155 miles
    Test number
    508352610369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass164,966 miles (+4,197)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    164,966 miles
    Test number
    833832427848
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass160,769 miles (+5,781)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    160,769 miles
    Test number
    929567467937

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass154,988 miles (+8,458)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    154,988 miles
    Test number
    858755020008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass146,530 miles (+7,063)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    146,530 miles
    Test number
    854449986357

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass139,467 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    139,467 miles
    Test number
    172370370273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail139,465 miles (+4,783)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,465 miles
    Test number
    511591579373
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake lever defective so that it cannot be satisfactorily operated (3.1.3c)

  12. Pass134,682 miles (+107)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    134,682 miles
    Test number
    531523835456
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to front
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn and lipped wearing thin

  13. Fail134,575 miles (+6,087)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,575 miles
    Test number
    445194519156
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint the straight arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint the straight arm (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryAccident damage to front
    • AdvisoryFront discs worn and lipped wearing thin

  14. Pass128,488 miles (+7,552)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    128,488 miles
    Test number
    359747305151
    • NoteN/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge
    • NotePlay in both front wishbone bushes

  15. Pass120,936 miles (+44)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    120,936 miles
    Test number
    975903114148
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in front wishbone bushes

  16. Fail120,892 miles (+7,741)1 failure1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,892 miles
    Test number
    977272014160
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight play in front wishbone bushes

  17. Pass113,151 miles (+9,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    113,151 miles
    Test number
    347086703125
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass103,453 miles (+11,718)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    103,453 miles
    Test number
    267381202425
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass91,735 miles (+47)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    91,735 miles
    Test number
    906855901135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail91,688 miles (+15,451)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,688 miles
    Test number
    347223701197
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass76,237 miles (+10,531)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    76,237 miles
    Test number
    603751110181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass65,706 miles (+12,711)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    65,706 miles
    Test number
    963027019106
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  23. Pass52,995 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    52,995 miles
    Test number
    284496518122
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre worn in middle and edges

Questions about X5 WVB

Does X5 WVB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 WVB is valid until 29 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 WVB?
The MOT on X5 WVB is valid until 29 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 WVB done?
X5 WVB was recorded at 179,359 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 6,841 miles a year.
Has X5 WVB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 WVB has failed 4 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on X5 WVB 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 WVB find?
X5 WVB passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; offside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated, and 2 more.

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