BMW logo

BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

X5 YMBMOT history

X5 YMB is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 22 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 1 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 139,316 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

X5 YMB blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 1 Apr 2027
Mileage
139,316 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,983 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for X5 YMB in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
X5 YMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 YMB was last recorded at 139,316 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 77 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
139,239 miles · 20 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
77 miles
Average per year
5,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 139,316 miles
  • 2025 – 136,157 miles
  • 2024 – 128,370 miles
  • 2022 – 120,559 miles
  • 2021 – 112,222 miles
  • 2020 – 104,576 miles
  • 2019 – 98,655 miles
  • 2018 – 95,252 miles
  • 2017 – 93,742 miles
  • 2016 – 82,802 miles
  • 2015 – 79,294 miles
  • 2013 – 73,843 miles
  • 2012 – 70,187 miles
  • 2011 – 62,627 miles
  • 2010 – 52,075 miles
  • 2009 – 41,465 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,316 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryEml inopRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under car preventing inspection plastic covers fitted to outer sillsRecorded 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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 23 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,316 miles (+77)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    139,316 miles
    Test number
    832527358252
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEml inop
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under car preventing inspection plastic covers fitted to outer sills

  2. Fail139,239 miles (+3,082)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,239 miles
    Test number
    553862301694
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.5 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryEml inop
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers fitted under car preventing inspection plastic covers fitted to outer sills

  3. Pass136,157 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    136,157 miles
    Test number
    853953806975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail136,157 miles (+7,787)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,157 miles
    Test number
    943048417372
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass128,370 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    477871727864
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail128,370 miles (+7,811)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,370 miles
    Test number
    180174348765
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass120,559 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    120,559 miles
    Test number
    776873962090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail120,559 miles (+8,337)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,559 miles
    Test number
    237530240936
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass112,222 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    879585086952

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail112,222 miles (+7,646)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,222 miles
    Test number
    194573182059
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Pass104,576 miles (+5,921)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    104,576 miles
    Test number
    716230502044
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass98,655 miles (+19)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    98,655 miles
    Test number
    488121488561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,636 miles (+3,384)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,636 miles
    Test number
    464495402389
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass95,252 miles (+1,510)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    95,252 miles
    Test number
    818382672786
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  15. Pass93,742 miles (+4,267)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    93,742 miles
    Test number
    615674539554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,475 miles (+6,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    89,475 miles
    Test number
    345723460679
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn low inner edge and has a nail

  17. Pass82,802 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    82,802 miles
    Test number
    128289595164
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension arms inner bushes and lower ball joints have slight play

  18. Fail82,802 miles (+3,508)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,802 miles
    Test number
    418320099831
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside front suspension arms inner bushes and lower ball joints have slight play

  19. Pass79,294 miles (+5,451)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    79,294 miles
    Test number
    949262965033
    • NoteFront brake pads are wearing low
    • NoteFront windscreen washer are weak
    • NoteNearside and offside front. front lower arms bushes have sight play
    • NoteNearside and offside lower rear arms at the front ball joints have sight play

  20. Pass73,843 miles (+3,656)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    73,843 miles
    Test number
    576288473291
    • NoteSlight inner steering rack joint play both sides

  21. Pass70,187 miles (+7,560)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    70,187 miles
    Test number
    339925552238
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  22. Pass62,627 miles (+10,552)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    62,627 miles
    Test number
    969000681285

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass52,075 miles (+10,610)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    52,075 miles
    Test number
    553806300310
    • 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)

  24. Pass41,465 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    41,465 miles
    Test number
    671037229371
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about X5 YMB

Does X5 YMB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 YMB is valid until 1 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 YMB?
The MOT on X5 YMB is valid until 1 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 YMB done?
X5 YMB was recorded at 139,316 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 5,983 miles a year.
Has X5 YMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 YMB has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 YMB 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 YMB find?
X5 YMB passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured; offside rear all direction indicators slightly discoloured; eml inop, and 1 more.

Related registrations

Browse all X5Y registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.