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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X5 WXEMOT history

X5 WXE is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 18 Jun 2003. Its MOT expired on 29 May 2023 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 194,362 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 May 2022.

X5 WXE black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 29 May 2023
Mileage
194,362 mi
At MOT on 30 May 2022
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,030 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 WXE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
18 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 May 2023
Latest MOT test
30 May 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 WXE was last recorded at 194,362 miles on 30 May 2022, 13,224 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2019.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 4 May 2007: 63,726 miles, lower than 66,960 miles on 18 Jul 2006.
  • 21 Mar 2013: 114,355 miles, lower than 139,960 miles on 31 Mar 2012.
  • 5 Apr 2016: 15,963 miles, lower than 159,509 miles on 21 Mar 2016.

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
181,138 miles · 25 Oct 2019
Between the last two tests
13,224 miles
Average per year
8,030 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 194,362 miles
  • 2019 – 181,138 miles
  • 2018 – 173,731 miles
  • 2017 – 163,937 miles
  • 2016 – 15,963 miles
  • 2014 – 151,681 miles
  • 2013 – 114,355 miles
  • 2012 – 139,960 miles
  • 2010 – 132,915 miles
  • 2009 – 96,873 miles
  • 2008 – 84,447 miles
  • 2007 – 63,726 miles
  • 2006 – 66,960 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass194,362 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2012

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2016

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass194,362 miles (+13,224)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2023
    Odometer
    194,362 miles
    Test number
    725987902692
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from the engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive from transmission (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

  2. Pass181,138 miles (+7,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    181,138 miles
    Test number
    535938119730
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass173,731 miles (+9,794)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    173,731 miles
    Test number
    579133933223
    • 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))

  4. Pass163,937 miles (+217)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    163,937 miles
    Test number
    624120002108
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  5. Fail163,720 miles (+147,757)3 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    163,720 miles
    Test number
    641411573547
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Both fronts (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  6. Pass15,963 miles (-143,546)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    15,963 miles
    Test number
    264270773862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail159,509 miles3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    159,509 miles
    Test number
    949826226934
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

  8. PassMileage not read5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    339091995057
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear brake discs slightly worn

  9. Pass151,681 miles (+37,326)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    151,681 miles
    Test number
    638062794041
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAdv. rear brake pipes coated with grease - unable to fully inspect

  10. Pass114,355 miles (-25,605)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,355 miles
    Test number
    505570583082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Fail139,960 miles1 repaired7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,960 miles
    Test number
    179321692048
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs slightly worn

  12. Pass139,960 miles (+7,045)7 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    139,960 miles
    Test number
    388301492031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Upper Tie bar/rod has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs slightly worn

  13. Pass132,915 miles (+13)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    132,915 miles
    Test number
    743968100369
    • 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)
    • NoteAir suspension not active
    • NoteDrivers door mirror damaged
    • NoteOnly one horn working

  14. Fail132,902 miles (+36,029)10 failures1 repaired1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,902 miles
    Test number
    581704390250
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Sub-frame has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteAir suspension not active warning
    • NoteDrivers door handle fault
    • NoteDrivers door mirror incomplete
    • NoteOnly one horn working

  15. Pass96,873 miles (+12,426)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    96,873 miles
    Test number
    744468479272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass84,447 miles (+20,721)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2009
    Odometer
    84,447 miles
    Test number
    590238028191
    • 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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre side wall damaged

  17. Pass63,726 miles (-3,234)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,726 miles
    Test number
    691194927169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass66,960 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    66,960 miles
    Test number
    332099496164
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre worn on the inside

Questions about X5 WXE

Does X5 WXE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X5 WXE expired on 29 May 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X5 WXE?
The MOT on X5 WXE expired on 29 May 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X5 WXE done?
X5 WXE was recorded at 194,362 miles at its MOT on 30 May 2022, an average of 8,030 miles a year.
Has X5 WXE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 WXE has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2017.
Has the mileage on X5 WXE ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 4 May 2007. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on X5 WXE find?
X5 WXE passed its latest MOT on 30 May 2022 with 3 advisories: oil leak, but not excessive from the engine; oil leak, but not excessive from transmission; vehicle fitted with under trays.

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