
BMW X5
Grey · Diesel · 2002 · 2,926 cc
Y5 RTOMOT history
Y5 RTO is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 2 Jul 2002. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 21 of 41 MOT tests, with 179,927 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

- MOT
- Valid
- Until 30 Jan 2027
- Mileage
- 179,927 mi
- At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
- MOT tests
- 41
- 21 passed · 20 failed
- Per year
- 6,445 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- Y5 RTO
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- BMW
- Model
- X5
- Colour
- Grey
- Fuel type
- Diesel
- Engine size
- 2,926 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 2002
- First used
- 2 Jul 2002
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
- Latest MOT test
- 21 Jan 2026 (Pass)
Mileage history
Y5 RTO was last recorded at 179,927 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 33 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2026.
Mileage went down between tests
- 26 Jan 2023: 170,451 miles, lower than 170,480 miles on 25 Jan 2023.
A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.
- Previous MOT
- 179,894 miles · 20 Jan 2026
- Between the last two tests
- 33 miles
- Average per year
- 6,445 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 179,927 miles
- 2025 – 175,433 miles
- 2023 – 170,451 miles
- 2022 – 168,629 miles
- 2021 – 164,915 miles
- 2020 – 161,455 miles
- 2019 – 156,978 miles
- 2018 – 151,454 miles
- 2017 – 151,249 miles
- 2016 – 141,204 miles
- 2015 – 128,301 miles
- 2014 – 112,673 miles
- 2013 – 96,678 miles
- 2012 – 94,457 miles
- 2011 – 90,428 miles
- 2010 – 82,886 miles
- 2009 – 78,750 miles
- 2008 – 73,623 miles
- 2007 – 65,945 miles
- 2006 – 58,401 miles
- 2005 – 49,481 miles
What the latest MOT found
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
- AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft joint constant velocity twisted
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.
Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2023
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Advisory5 MOTs, 2009–2011
Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources
Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Offside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning
Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2023
Oil leak
Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2018
Full MOT history
41 tests since 25 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass179,927 miles (+33)1 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2027
- Odometer
- 179,927 miles
- Test number
- 547495350211
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front drive shaft joint constant velocity twisted
Fail179,894 miles (+4,461)3 major1 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 179,894 miles
- Test number
- 981972685708
- MajorFront Headlamp aim unable to be tested both side (4.1.2 (b))
- MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
Pass175,433 miles (+6)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 30 Jan 2026
- Odometer
- 175,433 miles
- Test number
- 811006738776
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
Fail175,427 miles1 dangerous2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 175,427 miles
- Test number
- 296207797296
- DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
PassMileage not read2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2025
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 877143458292
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
FailMileage not read3 dangerous2 minor1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- Not read
- Test number
- 430940292562
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
- MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass170,451 miles (-29)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 25 Jan 2024
- Odometer
- 170,451 miles
- Test number
- 627615259447
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail170,480 miles (+1,851)1 major3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 170,480 miles
- Test number
- 383347954431
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt ft joint (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass168,629 miles (+12)1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2023
- Odometer
- 168,629 miles
- Test number
- 308301800331
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail168,617 miles (+3,702)2 major1 minor3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 168,617 miles
- Test number
- 597608984842
- MajorNearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
- MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass164,915 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2022
- Odometer
- 164,915 miles
- Test number
- 411479059257
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail164,915 miles (+3,460)2 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 164,915 miles
- Test number
- 245575740531
- MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass161,455 miles (+52)2 minor
- MOT expiry
- 12 Jan 2021
- Odometer
- 161,455 miles
- Test number
- 506048354050
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Fail161,403 miles (+4,425)1 dangerous3 major2 minor
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 161,403 miles
- Test number
- 279763816087
- DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
- MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear (0.1 (d))
- MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
- MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
Pass156,978 miles (+4)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 10 Jan 2020
- Odometer
- 156,978 miles
- Test number
- 908790206700
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Fail156,974 miles (+5,520)3 major2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 156,974 miles
- Test number
- 190686322753
- MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on an air braking system (1.1.11 (b) (i))
- MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn as marked (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass151,454 miles2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 9 Jan 2019
- Odometer
- 151,454 miles
- Test number
- 452156834200
- AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail151,454 miles (+205)4 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,454 miles
- Test number
- 952939097724
- FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOil leak
Fail151,249 miles (+10,021)2 failures6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 151,249 miles
- Test number
- 483095580576
- FailureNearside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
- FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOil leak
- AdvisoryEngine oil level on minimum
Pass141,228 miles (+24)
- MOT expiry
- 5 Jan 2018
- Odometer
- 141,228 miles
- Test number
- 634055814578
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail141,204 miles (+12,903)4 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 141,204 miles
- Test number
- 954166406470
- FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint nsf lower rear (2.5.B.1a)
- FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryRear rear subframe bushes worn
Pass128,301 miles (+24)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 1 Dec 2016
- Odometer
- 128,301 miles
- Test number
- 287641126074
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryAll rear subframe bushes have play
- AdvisoryOffside front accident damage
Fail128,277 miles (+15,604)2 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 128,277 miles
- Test number
- 616506436410
- FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryAll rear subframe bushes have play
- AdvisoryOffside front accident damage
Pass112,673 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2015
- Odometer
- 112,673 miles
- Test number
- 836428214363
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Fail112,673 miles (+15,995)9 failures4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 112,673 miles
- Test number
- 489956814464
- FailureNearside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
- FailureNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Front Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
- FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
- FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
- FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
- AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass96,678 miles (+276)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2014
- Odometer
- 96,678 miles
- Test number
- 255846223331
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail96,402 miles (+773)2 failures2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 96,402 miles
- Test number
- 929782323317
- FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
- AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
- AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Fail95,629 miles (+1,172)3 failures1 advisory3 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 95,629 miles
- Test number
- 638693303377
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- FailureOffside Direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (1.4.A.2g)
- AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
- NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
- NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
Pass94,457 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Nov 2013
- Odometer
- 94,457 miles
- Test number
- 555187322358
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail94,457 miles (+4,029)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 94,457 miles
- Test number
- 499955022351
- FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass90,428 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2012
- Odometer
- 90,428 miles
- Test number
- 795439641387
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Fail90,428 miles (+7,542)1 failure1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 90,428 miles
- Test number
- 426978141455
- FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
Pass82,886 miles (+4,136)3 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 30 Dec 2011
- Odometer
- 82,886 miles
- Test number
- 140975460376
- AdvisorySuspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
- NoteSigns of corrosion on both the rear brake disc edges
Pass78,750 miles2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2010
- Odometer
- 78,750 miles
- Test number
- 582631349393
- 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)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Fail78,750 miles (+5,127)4 failures2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 78,750 miles
- Test number
- 622088439341
- FailureHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
- FailureNearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
- FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
- 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)
- NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
Pass73,623 miles
- MOT expiry
- 17 Dec 2009
- Odometer
- 73,623 miles
- Test number
- 831403058356
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail73,621 miles (+7,676)2 failures1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 73,621 miles
- Test number
- 141813858386
- FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
- FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
- AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Pass65,945 miles (+7,544)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 65,945 miles
- Test number
- 491492087237
- NoteN/s and o/s front brake reaction bushs slightly split †o/s rear tyre worn on inner edge
Pass58,401 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 58,401 miles
- Test number
- 540419386202
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail58,401 miles (+8,920)2 failures2 notes
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 58,401 miles
- Test number
- 343779886276
- FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
- FailureFuel hose leaking (7.2.3)
- NoteAdvise o/s/r tyre is worn on inner edge.
- NoteAdvise rear tyres are of a different size of those fitted as standard.
Pass49,481 miles
- MOT expiry
- 24 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 49,481 miles
- Test number
- 762378295225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about Y5 RTO
- Does Y5 RTO currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 RTO is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
- When is the MOT due on Y5 RTO?
- The MOT on Y5 RTO is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has Y5 RTO done?
- Y5 RTO was recorded at 179,927 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 6,445 miles a year.
- Has Y5 RTO ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. Y5 RTO has failed 20 of its 41 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Jan 2026.
- Has the mileage on Y5 RTO ever gone down?
- Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 26 Jan 2023. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
- What did the latest MOT on Y5 RTO find?
- Y5 RTO passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity twisted.
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