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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y866 PLFMOT history

Y866 PLF is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 24 May 2001. Its MOT expired on 5 Apr 2025 and it has passed 19 of 28 MOT tests, with 275,113 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2024.

Y866 PLF 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 Apr 2025
Mileage
275,113 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2024
MOT tests
28
19 passed · 9 failed
Per year
11,966 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y866 PLF
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
24 May 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 5 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2024 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y866 PLF was last recorded at 275,113 miles on 9 Sept 2024, 3,795 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
271,318 miles · 2 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
3,795 miles
Average per year
11,966 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 275,113 miles
  • 2023 – 261,572 miles
  • 2022 – 253,753 miles
  • 2021 – 245,824 miles
  • 2020 – 242,028 miles
  • 2019 – 231,776 miles
  • 2018 – 219,471 miles
  • 2017 – 204,638 miles
  • 2016 – 189,981 miles
  • 2015 – 173,681 miles
  • 2014 – 161,819 miles
  • 2013 – 145,219 miles
  • 2012 – 131,207 miles
  • 2011 – 117,099 miles
  • 2010 – 103,150 miles
  • 2009 – 90,151 miles
  • 2008 – 81,110 miles
  • 2007 – 68,682 miles
  • 2006 – 55,682 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail275,113 miles
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
  • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated back arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output fog lights (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

What MOT failures 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 Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Oil leak

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

28 tests since 9 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail275,113 miles (+3,795)2 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    275,113 miles
    Test number
    977755594945
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated back arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear All position lamps have a product on the lenses but not adversely affecting light output fog lights (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  2. Pass271,318 miles (+9,746)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    271,318 miles
    Test number
    127388391462
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • 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 pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass261,572 miles (+7,819)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    261,572 miles
    Test number
    568308978051
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass253,753 miles (+41)2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    253,753 miles
    Test number
    212782707402
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage underside covered in to much oil to detect location (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  5. Fail253,712 miles (+7,888)2 dangerous3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    253,712 miles
    Test number
    612221156660
    • 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))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pump has slight seepage underside covered in to much oil to detect location (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass245,824 miles (+3,796)1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    245,824 miles
    Test number
    916714192545
    • MinorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Rear arm (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt slightly damaged stitching started to unstitch at bottom. (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass242,028 miles (+10,252)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    242,028 miles
    Test number
    426053782007
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass231,776 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    231,776 miles
    Test number
    713311491084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush on front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail231,776 miles (+12,305)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    231,776 miles
    Test number
    173531259956
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement bush on front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass219,471 miles (+10)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    219,471 miles
    Test number
    499016020948
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  11. Fail219,461 miles (+14,823)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    219,461 miles
    Test number
    785626372592
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  12. Pass204,638 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    204,638 miles
    Test number
    252563563971
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front lower (front most) rubber bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front plastic head lamp covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper anti roll bar pier dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  13. Fail204,635 miles (+14,654)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,635 miles
    Test number
    288784271621
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front lower (front most) rubber bushes deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside and offside front plastic head lamp covers deteriorating
    • AdvisoryNearside front upper anti roll bar pier dust cover deteriorating
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Pass189,981 miles (+16,300)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    189,981 miles
    Test number
    249717360751
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass173,681 miles (+11,862)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    173,681 miles
    Test number
    667445785071
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass161,819 miles (+16,600)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    161,819 miles
    Test number
    498423614106
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass145,219 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    145,219 miles
    Test number
    538032903180
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside wiperblade split

  18. Fail145,219 miles (+14,012)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,219 miles
    Test number
    849982503198
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside wiperblade split

  19. Pass131,207 miles (+14,108)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    131,207 miles
    Test number
    829976312188
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre 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)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFront brake pads worn low
    • NoteSigns of a slight engine oil leak

  20. Pass117,099 miles (+13,949)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    117,099 miles
    Test number
    849121011173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass103,150 miles (+12,999)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    103,150 miles
    Test number
    434348310158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass90,151 miles (+183)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    90,151 miles
    Test number
    760055579099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail89,968 miles (+8,858)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,968 miles
    Test number
    913408269093
    • FailureOffside Front Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  24. Pass81,110 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2009
    Odometer
    81,110 miles
    Test number
    293710348117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail81,105 miles (+12,423)3 failures1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,105 miles
    Test number
    181378828167
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass68,682 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2008
    Odometer
    68,682 miles
    Test number
    522855417175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2007
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    200470836499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail55,682 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,682 miles
    Test number
    743559726169
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Questions about Y866 PLF

Does Y866 PLF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y866 PLF expired on 5 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y866 PLF?
The MOT on Y866 PLF expired on 5 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y866 PLF done?
Y866 PLF was recorded at 275,113 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2024, an average of 11,966 miles a year.
Has Y866 PLF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y866 PLF has failed 9 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on Y866 PLF 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 Y866 PLF find?
Y866 PLF failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2024 with 2 major defects, 2 minor defects and 4 advisories: exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits; nearside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated, and 5 more.

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