The road tax status for FA52 VYC is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for FA52 VYC?

The MOT for FA52 VYC is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 October 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of FA52 VYC?

The recorded mileage for FA52 VYC is 188,140 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is FA52 VYC ULEZ compliant?

No, FA52 VYC does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 BMW X5 2.9L Diesel · FA52 VYC

FA52 VYC

2003 BMW X5 (2.9L, diesel). First registered 01/02/2003. Recorded mileage 188,140 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: BMW X5
Year / Origin: 2003 · Nottingham
MOT Status: Valid until 12/10/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 188,140 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 188,140 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 2003
Engine: 2926cc

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FA52 VYC Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 16/10/2025
188,140 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 2 dangerous defects found recently

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FA52 VYC Mileage History

15/09/2022169,024 mi
01/09/2023176,073 mi+7,049 mi
07/10/2024182,324 mi+6,251 mi
14/10/2024182,333 mi+9 mi
16/10/2025188,140 mi+5,807 mi

Average of roughly 6,195 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

FA52 VYC MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 04:58

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 BMW X5 (FA52 VYC) between September 2022 and October 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 16 October 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Brake warning device not identifying low pressure (1.1.4 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))”; “Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))”.

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