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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2012 · 2,993 cc

X72 VAOMOT history

X72 VAO is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 29 Jun 2012. Its MOT is valid until 21 May 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 66,391 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 May 2026.

X72 VAO silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 21 May 2027
Mileage
66,391 mi
At MOT on 22 May 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,414 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X72 VAO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
29 Jun 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 May 2027
Latest MOT test
22 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

X72 VAO was last recorded at 66,391 miles on 22 May 2026, 34 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,357 miles · 15 May 2026
Between the last two tests
34 miles
Average per year
4,414 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 66,391 miles
  • 2025 – 62,756 miles
  • 2024 – 59,487 miles
  • 2023 – 55,072 miles
  • 2022 – 50,540 miles
  • 2021 – 46,074 miles
  • 2020 – 43,081 miles
  • 2019 – 32,307 miles
  • 2018 – 32,275 miles
  • 2017 – 28,052 miles
  • 2016 – 23,651 miles
  • 2015 – 18,125 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass66,391 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

Full MOT history

17 tests since 15 Jun 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass66,391 miles (+34)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2027
    Odometer
    66,391 miles
    Test number
    612700436113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail66,357 miles (+3,601)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,357 miles
    Test number
    261654729772
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 285/45x19 inner wall bulged , cracked and out of shape . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken broken at the bottom . (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Position lamp not working inner position lamp on tailgate - inoperative . (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 285/45x19 slight cracking and perishing along the tread . (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass62,756 miles (+3,269)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2026
    Odometer
    62,756 miles
    Test number
    435031101059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass59,487 miles (+4,415)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2025
    Odometer
    59,487 miles
    Test number
    524467544650
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/45ZR19 inner edge worn . (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 285/45ZR19 inner edge worn . (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass55,072 miles (+4,532)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2024
    Odometer
    55,072 miles
    Test number
    836250809834
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link lower ball joint has slight play . (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass50,540 miles (+49)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2023
    Odometer
    50,540 miles
    Test number
    286087472466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail50,491 miles (+4,417)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,491 miles
    Test number
    967452497410
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 285/45ZR19 has a nail in outer edge of the tread .

  8. Pass46,074 miles (+435)
    MOT expiry
    20 May 2022
    Odometer
    46,074 miles
    Test number
    374229436808

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass45,639 miles (+2,558)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    45,639 miles
    Test number
    932979755699
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass43,081 miles (+10,774)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    43,081 miles
    Test number
    937273761135
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted to underside of vehicle

  11. Pass32,307 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    32,307 miles
    Test number
    306693644454
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.

  12. Fail32,307 miles (+32)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,307 miles
    Test number
    892019467910
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements Both front and rear. (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.

  13. Pass32,275 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    32,275 miles
    Test number
    823770813975
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.

  14. Fail32,275 miles (+4,223)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,275 miles
    Test number
    585075621414
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced Both,front and rear. (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.

  15. Pass28,052 miles (+4,401)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    28,052 miles
    Test number
    917037905564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,651 miles (+5,526)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    23,651 miles
    Test number
    333374316430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass18,125 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    18,125 miles
    Test number
    479556265108
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Questions about X72 VAO

Does X72 VAO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on X72 VAO is valid until 21 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on X72 VAO?
The MOT on X72 VAO is valid until 21 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has X72 VAO done?
X72 VAO was recorded at 66,391 miles at its MOT on 22 May 2026, an average of 4,414 miles a year.
Has X72 VAO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X72 VAO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on X72 VAO 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 X72 VAO find?
X72 VAO passed its latest MOT on 22 May 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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