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BMW X5

Blue · Diesel · 2003 · 2,926 cc

X5 YPLMOT history

X5 YPL is a blue diesel BMW X5 first used on 17 Sept 2003. Its MOT is valid until 23 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 175,920 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

X5 YPL blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 23 Mar 2027
Mileage
175,920 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,603 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X5 YPL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
17 Sept 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X5 YPL was last recorded at 175,920 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
175,920 miles · 23 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
6,603 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 175,920 miles
  • 2025 – 175,188 miles
  • 2024 – 171,549 miles
  • 2023 – 164,480 miles
  • 2022 – 161,773 miles
  • 2021 – 155,371 miles
  • 2020 – 152,162 miles
  • 2019 – 147,360 miles
  • 2018 – 141,524 miles
  • 2017 – 137,381 miles
  • 2016 – 135,544 miles
  • 2015 – 127,853 miles
  • 2014 – 116,597 miles
  • 2013 – 105,877 miles
  • 2011 – 92,018 miles
  • 2010 – 84,439 miles
  • 2009 – 77,051 miles
  • 2008 – 68,408 miles
  • 2007 – 61,457 miles
  • 2006 – 46,493 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,920 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded 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.

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

    Advisory9 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive Engine

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,920 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    175,920 miles
    Test number
    413153634998
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail175,920 miles (+732)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,920 miles
    Test number
    554589781479
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass175,188 miles (+3,639)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    175,188 miles
    Test number
    447831704369
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn and Perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Edge worn and perished (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Pass171,549 miles (+7,069)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    171,549 miles
    Test number
    335392038828
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Tyres , Inner edges worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  5. Pass164,480 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    164,480 miles
    Test number
    452635935109
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  6. Fail164,480 miles (+2,707)1 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,480 miles
    Test number
    389627757169
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm Advise replace ASAP (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  7. Pass161,773 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    161,773 miles
    Test number
    243699801134
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Fail161,773 miles (+6,402)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,773 miles
    Test number
    545543240950
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play foremost (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass155,371 miles (+13)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    155,371 miles
    Test number
    153822557631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail155,358 miles (+3,196)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    155,358 miles
    Test number
    111239151563
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn back arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass152,162 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    152,162 miles
    Test number
    448167359782
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight

  12. Fail152,162 miles (+4,802)1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,162 miles
    Test number
    435937874763
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly tight

  13. Pass147,360 miles (+66)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    147,360 miles
    Test number
    293396428101
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arms showing signs of deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Fail147,294 miles (+5,770)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    147,294 miles
    Test number
    419982683581
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn stabiliser arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear suspension arms showing signs of deterioration (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  15. Pass141,524 miles (+4,143)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    141,524 miles
    Test number
    585456679779

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass137,381 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    137,381 miles
    Test number
    669688678833

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail137,376 miles (+1,832)1 dangerous3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,376 miles
    Test number
    218376367906
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake performance not tested brake pipe burst under test (3.7.A.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing rose bush collapsed (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing rose bush collapsed (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass135,544 miles (+7,691)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    135,544 miles
    Test number
    295089019034
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass127,853 miles (+11,256)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    127,853 miles
    Test number
    165216125014
    • NoteBoth front tyres on limit at time of test
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteRear pads low

  20. Pass116,597 miles (+10,720)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    116,597 miles
    Test number
    536846514019
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass105,877 miles (+13,859)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    105,877 miles
    Test number
    545120713097
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass92,018 miles (+6,902)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    92,018 miles
    Test number
    948732061222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  23. Pass85,116 miles (+677)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    85,116 miles
    Test number
    586201631073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass84,439 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    871291900294
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Fail84,439 miles (+7,388)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,439 miles
    Test number
    390980200216
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass77,051 miles (+8,643)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    77,051 miles
    Test number
    674322739210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass68,408 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    68,408 miles
    Test number
    321876508473

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail68,408 miles (+6,951)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,408 miles
    Test number
    181980208289
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  29. Pass61,457 miles (+14,964)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    61,457 miles
    Test number
    333380257457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass46,493 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    46,493 miles
    Test number
    831999126240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X5 YPL

Does X5 YPL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X5 YPL is valid until 23 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on X5 YPL?
The MOT on X5 YPL is valid until 23 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X5 YPL done?
X5 YPL was recorded at 175,920 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 6,603 miles a year.
Has X5 YPL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X5 YPL has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X5 YPL 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 YPL find?
X5 YPL passed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing.

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