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BMW X5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

Y899 NBLMOT history

Y899 NBL is a black petrol BMW X5 first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023 and it has passed 15 of 27 MOT tests, with 132,270 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Mar 2023.

Y899 NBL black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2023
Mileage
132,270 mi
At MOT on 1 Mar 2023
MOT tests
27
15 passed · 12 failed
Per year
4,064 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y899 NBL
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
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2023
Latest MOT test
1 Mar 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y899 NBL was last recorded at 132,270 miles on 1 Mar 2023, 11,928 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Mar 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,342 miles · 2 Mar 2022
Between the last two tests
11,928 miles
Average per year
4,064 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,270 miles
  • 2022 – 120,342 miles
  • 2020 – 116,575 miles
  • 2018 – 112,292 miles
  • 2016 – 110,856 miles
  • 2015 – 108,565 miles
  • 2013 – 106,672 miles
  • 2012 – 104,798 miles
  • 2011 – 104,042 miles
  • 2009 – 96,072 miles
  • 2008 – 89,233 miles
  • 2007 – 82,603 miles
  • 2006 – 73,023 miles
  • 2005 – 62,343 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail132,270 miles
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety engine (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected around brake and throttle pedals (4.11 (a) (ii))
  • 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))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged crack (3.3 (b) (i))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective and offside rear (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • E.M.L light on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

  • Oil leak

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail132,270 miles (+11,928)1 dangerous11 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,270 miles
    Test number
    118909998918
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety engine (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected around brake and throttle pedals (4.11 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged crack (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust mounting defective and offside rear (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  2. Pass120,342 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    120,342 miles
    Test number
    616384249287
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  3. Fail120,342 miles (+3,767)2 dangerous8 major5 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,342 miles
    Test number
    412048185430
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside All direction indicators flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective both sides (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Pass116,575 miles (+4,283)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    116,575 miles
    Test number
    160549156951
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder side corred

  5. Pass112,292 miles (+5)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    112,292 miles
    Test number
    550012477791
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt lazy return
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  6. Fail112,287 miles (+2)7 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,287 miles
    Test number
    922989034415
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt drop link (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • 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)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven 54% (3.7.B.2)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear seat belt lazy return
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  7. Fail112,285 miles (+1,429)10 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,285 miles
    Test number
    240806369398
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryE.M.L light on
    • AdvisoryNearside Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  8. Pass110,856 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    110,856 miles
    Test number
    292420980532
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  9. Fail110,856 miles (+2,291)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,856 miles
    Test number
    812596071584
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush on front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Pass108,565 miles (+1,893)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    108,565 miles
    Test number
    905876965065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,672 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    668231893260
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteTow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

  12. Fail106,672 miles (+1,874)5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,672 miles
    Test number
    606347683227
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  13. Pass104,798 miles (+1)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    104,798 miles
    Test number
    606397372227
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

  14. Fail104,797 miles (+755)1 dangerous12 failures3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,797 miles
    Test number
    497838762240
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteFront tyres deteriorated
    • NoteRear tyres deteriorated

  15. Pass104,042 miles (+3,076)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    104,042 miles
    Test number
    169861011265

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass100,966 miles5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    100,966 miles
    Test number
    247113211046
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slight pitted
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc slight pitted

  17. FailMileage not read3 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    646787801078
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Trailing arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/r brake disc slight pitted
    • NoteO/s/r brake disc slight pitted

  18. Pass96,072 miles (+6,839)
    MOT expiry
    9 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    96,072 miles
    Test number
    922894919320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass89,233 miles (+21)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    89,233 miles
    Test number
    952834488216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass89,212 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    89,212 miles
    Test number
    513307978289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail89,212 miles (+6,609)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,212 miles
    Test number
    824527978226
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  22. Pass82,603 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    82,603 miles
    Test number
    314285957323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail82,603 miles (+9,580)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,603 miles
    Test number
    940134457380
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  24. Pass73,023 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    73,023 miles
    Test number
    292996956362

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail73,021 miles (+10,678)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,021 miles
    Test number
    423455756393
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  26. Pass62,343 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    62,343 miles
    Test number
    412549945407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,343 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,343 miles
    Test number
    691679945332
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y899 NBL

Does Y899 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y899 NBL expired on 1 Mar 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y899 NBL?
The MOT on Y899 NBL expired on 1 Mar 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y899 NBL done?
Y899 NBL was recorded at 132,270 miles at its MOT on 1 Mar 2023, an average of 4,064 miles a year.
Has Y899 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y899 NBL has failed 12 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2023.
Has the mileage on Y899 NBL 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 Y899 NBL find?
Y899 NBL failed its latest MOT on 1 Mar 2023 with 1 dangerous defect, 11 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety engine; anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an abs fault; electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected around brake and throttle pedals, and 13 more.

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