X55BMW - BMW X5
MOT: ValidGB
·Last updated 14 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 since 1999, this model has established itself as a flagship in the brand’s SUV lineup, with the latest versions built at BMW’s Spartanburg plant in the United States. Known for its dynamic driving experience and innovative features, the BMW X5 offers a range of powerful engines, sophisticated handling, and cutting-edge safety systems. Its reputation is built on a commitment to engineering excellence and a focus on driver enjoyment, making it a popular choice among those seeking a versatile yet premium vehicle.
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Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 23 MOT tests
The vehicle is a 2005 BMW X5, registered as X55BMW, first registered in December 2005. It has a grey exterior and is powered by a 2993cc diesel engine, with CO2 emissions of 229 g/km. The car is currently taxed and has a valid MOT, which expires on 7 April 2026. The latest MOT test was conducted on 8 April 2025. The recorded mileage is 163,798 miles. An advisory noted a damaged windscreen that does not impair the driver’s view, classified as minor. No other mechanical issues are specified.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
23
Passed Tests
17
Failed Tests
6
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 08 April 2025
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 163,798 mi
Expires: 07 April 2026
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
Passed - 04 April 2024
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 157,437 mi
Expires: 07 April 2025
Passed - 21 March 2023
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 151,760 mi
Expires: 07 April 2024
Passed - 01 April 2022
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 148,678 mi
Expires: 07 April 2023
Passed - 08 April 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,927 mi
Expires: 07 April 2022
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Failed - 01 April 2021
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 141,917 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Major Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
- 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 Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Passed - 05 March 2020
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 133,877 mi
Expires: 02 April 2021
Passed - 12 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 124,400 mi
Expires: 02 April 2020
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Both Tyres worn smooth on inner edge and have cuts in tread
- Advisory Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
Failed - 11 March 2019
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 124,400 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- Major Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
Minor Defects:
- Minor Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
- Minor Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Inner pad (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
- Advisory Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre wearing on outer edge
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
- Advisory Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- Advisory Rear Both Tyres worn smooth on inner edge and have cuts in tread
Passed - 20 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,316 mi
Expires: 02 April 2019
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn smooth on inner edge
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge
Failed - 19 March 2018
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 115,316 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Front Torque/reaction arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Nearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Nearside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Rear Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both (3.6.B.4d)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn smooth on inner edge
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner edge
Passed - 03 April 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,838 mi
Expires: 02 April 2018
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)
- Advisory OFFSIDE/NEARSIDE REAR TYRES WORN VERY LOW INNER EDGE
Failed - 30 March 2017
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 105,828 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
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)
- Advisory OFFSIDE/NEARSIDE REAR TYRES WORN VERY LOW INNER EDGE
Passed - 02 March 2016
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,620 mi
Expires: 28 March 2017
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
- Advisory Offside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
- Advisory Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
- Advisory Rear Both tyres worn smooth on inner edge
Passed - 11 March 2015
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 86,102 mi
Expires: 28 March 2016
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
Passed - 24 March 2014
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,739 mi
Expires: 28 March 2015
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Failed - 20 March 2014 Dangerous Defects
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 75,631 mi
Dangerous Defects:
- Dangerous Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Dangerous Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
- Dangerous Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is excessively worn (3.1.5)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
Passed - 19 March 2013
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 66,012 mi
Expires: 28 March 2014
Passed - 14 March 2012
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 55,419 mi
Expires: 28 March 2013
Passed - 22 March 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 45,852 mi
Expires: 28 March 2012
Passed - 29 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 35,227 mi
Expires: 28 March 2011
Failed - 11 March 2010
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 34,631 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
Passed - 26 February 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 24,674 mi
Expires: 25 February 2010
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for X55BMW?
The MOT expires on 07 April 2026.
What is the tax status of X55BMW?
The tax status is Taxed and is due on 01 September 2025.
What are the specifications of X55BMW?
This is a 2005 BMW X5 in Grey. It runs on Diesel with a 2993cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of X55BMW?
This vehicle produces 229 g/km of CO2 emissions.