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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y281 NJOMOT history

Y281 NJO is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 30 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 138,025 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jan 2026.

Y281 NJO black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 14 Jan 2027
Mileage
138,025 mi
At MOT on 14 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,848 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y281 NJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
30 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y281 NJO was last recorded at 138,025 miles on 14 Jan 2026, 9,429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
128,596 miles · 3 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,429 miles
Average per year
4,848 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,025 miles
  • 2025 – 128,596 miles
  • 2024 – 118,539 miles
  • 2023 – 109,379 miles
  • 2021 – 94,720 miles
  • 2019 – 93,205 miles
  • 2018 – 89,187 miles
  • 2017 – 84,586 miles
  • 2015 – 77,941 miles
  • 2014 – 70,456 miles
  • 2012 – 66,740 miles
  • 2011 – 62,628 miles
  • 2010 – 59,219 miles
  • 2008 – 51,567 miles
  • 2007 – 47,090 miles
  • 2006 – 42,066 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,025 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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.

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2021

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 31 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass138,025 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    138,025 miles
    Test number
    140188381163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Fail138,025 miles (+9,429)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,025 miles
    Test number
    846334308807
    • MajorDriver's door catch insecure (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass128,596 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    128,596 miles
    Test number
    764513820642

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail128,596 miles (+10,057)3 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,596 miles
    Test number
    921375759745
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass118,539 miles (+9,160)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    118,539 miles
    Test number
    727126949054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass109,379 miles (+129)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    109,379 miles
    Test number
    119385947652
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail109,250 miles3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,250 miles
    Test number
    455579290147
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. PassMileage not read2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    158918234254
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass94,720 miles (+1,515)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    94,720 miles
    Test number
    527565279680
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  10. Pass93,205 miles (+4,018)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    93,205 miles
    Test number
    172794427092
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  11. Pass89,187 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    89,187 miles
    Test number
    948648814222
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  12. Fail89,187 miles (+4,601)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,187 miles
    Test number
    858730118627
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Pass84,586 miles (+4,052)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    84,586 miles
    Test number
    667756766321
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass80,534 miles (+2,593)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    80,534 miles
    Test number
    872871213179
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a track control arm inner bush (2.5.B.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear handbrake just met the brake limit

  15. Pass77,941 miles (+7,485)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2016
    Odometer
    77,941 miles
    Test number
    747966625150
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Sub-frame has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak from engine

  16. Pass70,456 miles (+3,716)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    70,456 miles
    Test number
    608584314179
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine oil leak

  17. Fail66,740 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,740 miles
    Test number
    405740102333
    • Repaired at testOffside Inner Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  18. Pass66,740 miles (+4,112)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    66,740 miles
    Test number
    929730802334
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  19. Pass62,628 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    62,628 miles
    Test number
    698598411135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail62,628 miles (+3,409)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,628 miles
    Test number
    687617311194
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  21. Pass59,219 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    59,219 miles
    Test number
    411069060010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail59,219 miles (+7,652)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,219 miles
    Test number
    714319360011
    • Repaired at testNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  23. Pass51,567 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    51,567 miles
    Test number
    224918258445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail51,567 miles (+4,477)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,567 miles
    Test number
    714515958131
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

  25. Pass47,090 miles (+5,024)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    47,090 miles
    Test number
    111332097434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,066 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    42,066 miles
    Test number
    582920596082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y281 NJO

Does Y281 NJO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y281 NJO is valid until 14 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y281 NJO?
The MOT on Y281 NJO is valid until 14 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y281 NJO done?
Y281 NJO was recorded at 138,025 miles at its MOT on 14 Jan 2026, an average of 4,848 miles a year.
Has Y281 NJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y281 NJO has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on Y281 NJO 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 Y281 NJO find?
Y281 NJO passed its latest MOT on 14 Jan 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement.

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