812BMW - BMW X5
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 16 days ago
The BMW X5, often referred to simply as the BMW X5, is a luxury mid-size SUV renowned for its blend of performance, comfort, and advanced technology. Manufactured by BMW, a German automaker with a long-standing reputation for engineering excellence, the X5 has been a staple in the premium SUV segment since its debut in 1999. The latest models, produced from 2019 onwards, showcase a range of powerful engines, sophisticated interior features, and cutting-edge safety systems. With its robust build, innovative drivetrain options, and reputation for dynamic driving, the BMW X5 continues to stand out as a versatile and prestigious choice for those seeking a premium SUV experience.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
Data provided by DVLA
MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 21 MOT tests
The vehicle is a white 2008 BMW X5, registered as 812BMW, with a 2993cc diesel engine and CO2 emissions of 216 g/km. It was first registered in September 2008. The car has a recorded mileage of 154,174 miles and is currently taxed. The latest MOT test was completed on 28 February 2025, with the certificate valid until 27 February 2026. The MOT included advisories regarding worn tyres on both front wheels, worn brake discs on both rear wheels, and slight play in the nearside front anti-roll bar ball joint. No serious mechanical issues were noted. Overall, the vehicle is in a condition consistent with its age and mileage.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
21
Passed Tests
13
Failed Tests
8
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 28 February 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 154,174 mi
Expires: 27 February 2026
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Failed - 04 February 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 153,354 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Passed - 09 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 143,738 mi
Expires: 08 January 2025
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 09 January 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 143,738 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 28 December 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 132,190 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 28 December 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 132,190 mi
Expires: 07 January 2024
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Passed - 23 December 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 122,172 mi
Expires: 07 January 2023
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Sub-frame pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory undertrays fitted
- Advisory emissions to clean to detect
Passed - 08 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,451 mi
Expires: 07 January 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ( Outer sidewall ). (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Emissions to clean to read on test.
Failed - 05 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,450 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords x 2 cuts. (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear diff leaking. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords ( Outer sidewall ). (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( Inner edge ). (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ( Inner edge ). (5.2.3 (e))
- Advisory Emissions to clean to read on test.
Failed - 04 January 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,415 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
- Major Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory emissions not detected
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords and worn inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
Passed - 17 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,244 mi
Expires: 04 January 2021
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Nail in tyre
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Failed - 17 July 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,244 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Nail in tyre
- Advisory Offside Rear Nail in tyre
- Advisory Oil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Passed - 05 July 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 99,518 mi
Expires: 04 July 2019
Passed - 26 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 89,828 mi
Expires: 27 April 2018
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory emissions to clean to test
Failed - 26 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 89,828 mi
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory emissions to clean to test
Passed - 25 April 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 80,265 mi
Expires: 27 April 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory rear differential oil seal leaking
Passed - 22 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,961 mi
Expires: 27 April 2016
Failed - 14 April 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,654 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
Passed - 28 April 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 58,045 mi
Expires: 27 April 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
Passed - 11 April 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 49,056 mi
Expires: 10 April 2014
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Passed - 19 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 43,979 mi
Expires: 18 March 2013
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for 812BMW?
The MOT expires on 27 February 2026.
What is the tax status of 812BMW?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 October 2025.
What are the specifications of 812BMW?
This is a 2008 BMW X5 in White. It runs on Diesel with a 2993cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of 812BMW?
This vehicle produces 216 g/km of CO2 emissions.