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BMW X5

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S16 GSHMOT history

S16 GSH is a black diesel BMW X5 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 168,979 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jul 2026.

S16 GSH black BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
168,979 mi
At MOT on 21 Jul 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,236 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 GSH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 GSH was last recorded at 168,979 miles on 21 Jul 2026, 31 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
168,948 miles · 17 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
31 miles
Average per year
7,236 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 168,979 miles
  • 2025 – 163,638 miles
  • 2024 – 158,656 miles
  • 2023 – 152,233 miles
  • 2021 – 145,382 miles
  • 2019 – 124,494 miles
  • 2018 – 108,154 miles
  • 2017 – 103,351 miles
  • 2016 – 98,215 miles
  • 2015 – 92,792 miles
  • 2014 – 85,999 miles
  • 2013 – 79,124 miles
  • 2012 – 70,499 miles
  • 2010 – 55,519 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass168,979 miles
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 8 MOTs since 2019

What MOT advisories 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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

Full MOT history

19 tests since 15 Nov 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass168,979 miles (+31)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    168,979 miles
    Test number
    388832659000
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail168,948 miles (+5,310)2 dangerous4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,948 miles
    Test number
    507056744882
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass163,638 miles (+4,982)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    163,638 miles
    Test number
    812024972195
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))

  4. Pass158,656 miles (+6,423)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    158,656 miles
    Test number
    151182097729
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule ALL (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass152,233 miles (+6,851)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    152,233 miles
    Test number
    904278293529
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))

  6. Pass145,382 miles (+4,796)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    145,382 miles
    Test number
    447491025118
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner 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 hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both sides (1.1.12 (f) (i))

  7. Pass140,586 miles (+31)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    140,586 miles
    Test number
    319168454308
    • 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))

  8. Fail140,555 miles (+16,061)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,555 miles
    Test number
    826192813547
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (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))

  9. Pass124,494 miles (+16,340)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    124,494 miles
    Test number
    596687164952
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced whole rear axle,suspension (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  10. Pass108,154 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    108,154 miles
    Test number
    860183941817

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail108,153 miles (+4,802)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,153 miles
    Test number
    344210471574
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  12. Pass103,351 miles (+5,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    103,351 miles
    Test number
    689994707038
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder bonnet & under floor covers fitted

  13. Pass98,215 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    98,215 miles
    Test number
    600549517845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat in nearside rear seat unable to fully check adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted

  14. Fail98,215 miles (+5,423)2 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,215 miles
    Test number
    930916438278
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm lowest point (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryChild seat in nearside rear seat unable to fully check adult seat belt
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers fitted

  15. Pass92,792 miles (+6,793)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    92,792 miles
    Test number
    129989865447
    • NoteNEARSIDE AND OFFSIDE REAR TYRES WORN ON THE INSIDE EDGE

  16. Pass85,999 miles (+6,875)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    85,999 miles
    Test number
    426431274049
    • 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass79,124 miles (+8,625)2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    79,124 miles
    Test number
    475413953096
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass70,499 miles (+14,980)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    70,499 miles
    Test number
    157244952452
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteSteering lock not working

  19. Pass55,519 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    55,519 miles
    Test number
    923859010335

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S16 GSH

Does S16 GSH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 GSH is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 GSH?
The MOT on S16 GSH is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 GSH done?
S16 GSH was recorded at 168,979 miles at its MOT on 21 Jul 2026, an average of 7,236 miles a year.
Has S16 GSH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 GSH has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 GSH 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 S16 GSH find?
S16 GSH passed its latest MOT on 21 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: oil leak, but not excessive.

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