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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,398 cc

Y228 OUHMOT history

Y228 OUH is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 139,281 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Dec 2021.

Y228 OUH black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 18 Dec 2022
Mileage
139,281 mi
At MOT on 16 Dec 2021
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
2,169 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y228 OUH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Dec 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Dec 2021 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y228 OUH was last recorded at 139,281 miles on 16 Dec 2021, 4,827 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Dec 2020.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 3 Jun 2010: 77,524 miles, lower than 143,884 miles on 20 Jun 2009.

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
134,454 miles · 18 Dec 2020
Between the last two tests
4,827 miles
Average per year
2,169 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2021 – 139,281 miles
  • 2020 – 134,454 miles
  • 2019 – 128,572 miles
  • 2017 – 120,651 miles
  • 2016 – 115,073 miles
  • 2015 – 108,278 miles
  • 2014 – 100,974 miles
  • 2013 – 93,405 miles
  • 2012 – 86,101 miles
  • 2011 – 84,927 miles
  • 2010 – 77,524 miles
  • 2009 – 143,884 miles
  • 2008 – 127,330 miles
  • 2007 – 121,733 miles
  • 2006 – 105,688 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass139,281 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust hanger deteriorated
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
  • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

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 Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Engine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2017–2019

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Dangerous4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass139,281 miles (+4,827)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    139,281 miles
    Test number
    425119718879
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust hanger deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear subframe corroded
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  2. Pass134,454 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    134,454 miles
    Test number
    128073862128
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear Box Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail134,454 miles (+5,882)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,454 miles
    Test number
    392564042597
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid Flexy Brake PIPE or Cylinder Leak (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Gear Box Oil Leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass128,572 miles (+1)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    128,572 miles
    Test number
    435714734842
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met efficiency
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Fail128,571 miles2 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,571 miles
    Test number
    998870122541
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorCentral Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has only just met efficiency
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. PassMileage not read1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    772377012767
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  7. FailMileage not read5 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    361685331064
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers / under shields / sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryExhaust heat shield loose
    • AdvisoryOff side rear tyre worn on the inner edge

  8. Pass120,651 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    120,651 miles
    Test number
    371206168411
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear,o/s/r,n/s/r & n/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  9. FailMileage not read3 failures8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    450437399655
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded Front to rear,o/s/r,n/s/r & n/s/f (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentral Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers,sill covers & under shields fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn on inner edge

  10. Pass115,073 miles (+8)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    115,073 miles
    Test number
    232963853353
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers Under shields & sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail115,065 miles (+6,787)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,065 miles
    Test number
    620376693921
    • FailureHeadlamp aim too high Both (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisoryEngine covers Under shields & sill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • AdvisoryHeat shield insecure
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass108,278 miles (+18)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    108,278 miles
    Test number
    327496355190
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  13. Fail108,260 miles (+7,286)5 dangerous4 failures6 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,260 miles
    Test number
    168420345144
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteBoth front tyres perished
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteExhaust heat shield insecure
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSill covers fitted not allowing full inspection
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass100,974 miles (+7,569)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2015
    Odometer
    100,974 miles
    Test number
    915139034106
    • 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)

  15. Pass93,405 miles (+7,304)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2014
    Odometer
    93,405 miles
    Test number
    807869913144
    • AdvisoryOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

  16. Pass86,101 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,101 miles
    Test number
    855695342131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail86,099 miles (+1,172)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,099 miles
    Test number
    687844842173
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  18. Pass84,927 miles (+7,403)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    84,927 miles
    Test number
    137009081104
    • AdvisoryFront 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.C.1b)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSlight wear steering rack

  19. Pass77,524 miles3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    77,524 miles
    Test number
    992684350121
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in sidewall n/s tyre

  20. Fail77,524 miles (-66,360)7 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,524 miles
    Test number
    181164350133
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Front Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteCut in sidewall n/s tyre

  21. Pass143,884 miles (+16,554)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    143,884 miles
    Test number
    870711879158
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass127,330 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    127,330 miles
    Test number
    820378368135
    • NoteUnable to check under vehicle properly due to plastic covers

  23. Fail127,330 miles (+5,597)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,330 miles
    Test number
    490608768107
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteUnable to check under vehicle properly due to plastic covers

  24. Pass121,733 miles (+73)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    121,733 miles
    Test number
    670066567104
    • AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteCREEKING NOISE ON STEERING
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE WEARING ON EDGES KEEP A CHECK
    • NoteWATER EXPANSION BOTTLE LEAKING

  25. Fail121,660 miles (+15,972)1 dangerous5 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,660 miles
    Test number
    254803467160
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureTyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteO/S/R TYRE WEARING ON EDGES
    • NoteWATER EXPANSION BOTTLE ON ENGINE LEAKING

  26. Pass105,688 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    105,688 miles
    Test number
    163822676195
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y228 OUH

Does Y228 OUH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y228 OUH expired on 18 Dec 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y228 OUH?
The MOT on Y228 OUH expired on 18 Dec 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y228 OUH done?
Y228 OUH was recorded at 139,281 miles at its MOT on 16 Dec 2021, an average of 2,169 miles a year.
Has Y228 OUH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y228 OUH has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Dec 2020.
Has the mileage on Y228 OUH ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 3 Jun 2010. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y228 OUH find?
Y228 OUH passed its latest MOT on 16 Dec 2021 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; brake pad(s) wearing thin all; nearside rear exhaust hanger deteriorated, and 3 more.

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