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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2002 · 2,979 cc

Y21 MSGMOT history

Y21 MSG is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 13 Nov 2002. Its MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 142,310 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Jun 2024.

Y21 MSG black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 5 Jun 2025
Mileage
142,310 mi
At MOT on 6 Jun 2024
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
5,410 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y21 MSG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
13 Nov 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Jun 2025
Latest MOT test
6 Jun 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y21 MSG was last recorded at 142,310 miles on 6 Jun 2024, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,310 miles · 4 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
5,410 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 142,310 miles
  • 2023 – 135,546 miles
  • 2022 – 134,692 miles
  • 2021 – 129,535 miles
  • 2019 – 117,067 miles
  • 2018 – 112,843 miles
  • 2017 – 103,332 miles
  • 2016 – 99,470 miles
  • 2015 – 96,130 miles
  • 2014 – 93,385 miles
  • 2013 – 89,877 miles
  • 2012 – 83,640 miles
  • 2011 – 76,065 miles
  • 2010 – 67,342 miles
  • 2009 – 54,176 miles
  • 2008 – 47,806 miles
  • 2006 – 44,805 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass142,310 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

30 tests since 14 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass142,310 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    142,310 miles
    Test number
    588827548157
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail142,310 miles (+6,764)1 dangerous8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,310 miles
    Test number
    448183746993
    • DangerousFront Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearmost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Upper (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Foremost arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySteering rack has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  3. Pass135,546 miles (+854)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    135,546 miles
    Test number
    178046299215
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass134,692 miles (+5,157)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 May 2023
    Odometer
    134,692 miles
    Test number
    895672765216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Rear arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play Front arm, outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass129,535 miles (+124)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    129,535 miles
    Test number
    861773967259

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail129,411 miles7 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,411 miles
    Test number
    431575021369
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked with chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt marked with chalk (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSpeedometer clearly inoperative instrument cluster fault ? rev counter,temp gauge eml on , ecom gauge etc. (7.8 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material marked with chalk (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage pipe to pas pump. (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. PassMileage not read3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    995932193592
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  8. FailMileage not read9 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    544094553973
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded leading to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  9. Pass117,067 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    117,067 miles
    Test number
    927129109354
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  10. Fail117,067 miles (+4,224)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,067 miles
    Test number
    932465887093
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (front) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass112,843 miles (+100)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    112,843 miles
    Test number
    650465418535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail112,743 miles (+9,411)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,743 miles
    Test number
    471594742197
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre worn on inner edge

  13. Pass103,332 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,332 miles
    Test number
    934661733976

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. FailMileage not read5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    133294440561
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  15. Pass99,470 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    99,470 miles
    Test number
    153860853803

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass96,130 miles (+2,745)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    96,130 miles
    Test number
    398372365033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass93,385 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    20 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    93,385 miles
    Test number
    158870084089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,382 miles (+3,505)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,382 miles
    Test number
    906657174076
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  19. Pass89,877 miles (+43)1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    89,877 miles
    Test number
    809171133223
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  20. Fail89,834 miles (+6,194)3 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,834 miles
    Test number
    118439023236
    • FailureFront Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  21. Pass83,640 miles (+7,575)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    83,640 miles
    Test number
    128761532238
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre

  22. Pass76,065 miles (+8)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    76,065 miles
    Test number
    585225141216
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.
    • NoteBrake fault warning light on.
    • NoteNearside mirror caseing damaged

  23. Fail76,057 miles (+8,715)1 dangerous6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,057 miles
    Test number
    247934241226
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteAir bag warning light on.
    • NoteBrake fault warning light on.
    • NoteNearside mirror caseing damaged

  24. Pass67,342 miles (+13,166)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    67,342 miles
    Test number
    631972370107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass54,176 miles (+6,370)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    54,176 miles
    Test number
    972681009196
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Fail47,806 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,806 miles
    Test number
    310904878080
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

  27. Pass47,806 miles (+40)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    47,806 miles
    Test number
    342864178054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail47,766 miles (+2,961)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,766 miles
    Test number
    433583878007
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass44,805 miles (+1,545)
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    44,805 miles
    Test number
    910570496045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail43,260 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,260 miles
    Test number
    572445646029
    • FailureOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Questions about Y21 MSG

Does Y21 MSG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y21 MSG expired on 5 Jun 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y21 MSG?
The MOT on Y21 MSG expired on 5 Jun 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y21 MSG done?
Y21 MSG was recorded at 142,310 miles at its MOT on 6 Jun 2024, an average of 5,410 miles a year.
Has Y21 MSG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y21 MSG has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on Y21 MSG 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 Y21 MSG find?
Y21 MSG passed its latest MOT on 6 Jun 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 2 more.

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