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BMW X5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y279 WGCMOT history

Y279 WGC is a blue petrol BMW X5 first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 30 MOT tests, with 253,953 km recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Dec 2025.

Y279 WGC blue BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 2 Dec 2026
Mileage
253,953 km
At MOT on 3 Dec 2025
MOT tests
30
18 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,149 km
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y279 WGC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
3 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y279 WGC was last recorded at 253,953 km on 3 Dec 2025, 30 km more than at the previous MOT on 3 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
253,923 km · 3 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
30 km
Average per year
4,149 km

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 253,953 km
  • 2024 – 251,549 km
  • 2023 – 247,032 km
  • 2022 – 241,275 km

What the latest MOT found

Pass253,953 km
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns are not perfect.Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryParking brake readings have just met limits.

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor3 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass253,953 km (+30)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    253,953 km
    Test number
    906523167025
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns are not perfect.
    • AdvisoryParking brake readings have just met limits.

  2. Fail253,923 km (+2,374)6 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,923 km
    Test number
    465417543618
    • MajorExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect deteriorated (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass251,549 km (+4,517)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    251,549 km
    Test number
    976112544890
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryParking brake readings just made limit

  4. Pass247,032 km (+5,757)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    247,032 km
    Test number
    278402584806
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp patterns are not perfect.
    • AdvisoryParking brake has just made minimum reading.

  5. Pass241,275 km (+204)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    241,275 km
    Test number
    692493667013
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Fail241,071 km1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    241,071 km
    Test number
    796094319246
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • AdvisoryBRAKE PAD WEAR INDICATOR LIGHT ON THE DASHBOARD
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass144,634 miles (+5,748)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    144,634 miles
    Test number
    914552018065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass138,886 miles (+111)4 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    138,886 miles
    Test number
    459714268604
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Strong Advise (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Across Rear Axle (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail138,775 miles (+92)3 major2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,775 miles
    Test number
    700372705865
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Fail138,683 miles (+4,602)10 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,683 miles
    Test number
    616720362739
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (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))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass134,081 miles (+8,668)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    134,081 miles
    Test number
    241980555029
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  12. Pass125,413 miles (+14)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    125,413 miles
    Test number
    998527515553
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  13. Fail125,399 miles (+5,863)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,399 miles
    Test number
    730632704338
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryEngine light on

  14. Pass119,536 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    119,536 miles
    Test number
    768639562635
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights faint pattern
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Fail119,536 miles (+4,533)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,536 miles
    Test number
    493146482153
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryBoth head lights faint pattern
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  16. Pass115,003 miles (+100)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    115,003 miles
    Test number
    199350725083
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteSill cover fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail114,903 miles (+7,100)1 dangerous1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,903 miles
    Test number
    507293615006
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteEngine light on
    • NoteSill cover fitted
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass107,803 miles (+88)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    107,803 miles
    Test number
    215482653271
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  19. Fail107,715 miles (+7,770)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    107,715 miles
    Test number
    348189943287
    • FailureOffside Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass99,945 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    99,945 miles
    Test number
    219713342242
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Fail99,945 miles (+8,751)2 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,945 miles
    Test number
    786563642263
    • FailureNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  22. Pass91,194 miles (+7,509)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    91,194 miles
    Test number
    275072461482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  23. Pass83,685 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2011
    Odometer
    83,685 miles
    Test number
    960767030101
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail83,683 miles (+10)1 dangerous8 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,683 miles
    Test number
    671108520107
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureFront An item not tested (Manual)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Lower Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  25. Fail83,673 miles (+11,391)8 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,673 miles
    Test number
    720505620171
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive play in an outer ball joint (2.5.B.2a)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass72,282 miles (+7,336)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    72,282 miles
    Test number
    202645179031
    • NoteNail in the offside front tyre which is leaking arm
    • NoteSlight play in the offside front wheel and suspension arm ball joint

  27. Pass64,946 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    64,946 miles
    Test number
    344808578047

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail64,945 miles (+7,959)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,945 miles
    Test number
    260647678033
    • FailureFront Service brake juddering severely (3.7.C.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1a)

  29. Pass56,986 miles (+6,604)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    56,986 miles
    Test number
    264692107108
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  30. Pass50,382 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    50,382 miles
    Test number
    642139566000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y279 WGC

Does Y279 WGC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y279 WGC is valid until 2 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y279 WGC?
The MOT on Y279 WGC is valid until 2 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y279 WGC done?
Y279 WGC was recorded at 253,953 km at its MOT on 3 Dec 2025, an average of 4,149 km a year.
Has Y279 WGC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y279 WGC has failed 12 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y279 WGC 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 Y279 WGC find?
Y279 WGC passed its latest MOT on 3 Dec 2025 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play; offside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material, and 2 more.

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