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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

S70 HTGMOT history

S70 HTG is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 5 Sept 2005. Its MOT expired on 27 Jan 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 220,086 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jan 2024.

S70 HTG grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Jan 2025
Mileage
220,086 mi
At MOT on 27 Jan 2024
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
11,621 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 HTG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Jan 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Jan 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 HTG was last recorded at 220,086 miles on 27 Jan 2024, 16,462 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
203,624 miles · 28 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
16,462 miles
Average per year
11,621 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 220,086 miles
  • 2023 – 203,624 miles
  • 2022 – 201,752 miles
  • 2021 – 187,265 miles
  • 2019 – 176,985 miles
  • 2018 – 166,948 miles
  • 2017 – 159,625 miles
  • 2016 – 139,420 miles
  • 2015 – 126,558 miles
  • 2014 – 112,331 miles
  • 2013 – 100,922 miles
  • 2012 – 97,484 miles
  • 2011 – 85,610 miles
  • 2010 – 74,047 miles
  • 2009 – 57,374 miles
  • 2008 – 41,239 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass220,086 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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.

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2018

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2008–2010

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

24 tests since 5 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass220,086 miles (+16,462)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    220,086 miles
    Test number
    388808883376
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass203,624 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    203,624 miles
    Test number
    739085779371
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Fail203,615 miles (+1,863)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,615 miles
    Test number
    195892109020
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass201,752 miles (+9)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    201,752 miles
    Test number
    721744321841
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers both sides has slight knock
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, all 4 mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Fail201,743 miles (+14,478)1 dangerous6 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    201,743 miles
    Test number
    402640201809
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed edge of tyre 285/45/r19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. both sides, nearside 285/45/r19 and offside 235/65/r17 (spare) (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront shock absorbers both sides has slight knock
    • AdvisoryNearside Front mirror slightly discoloured
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, all 4 mounting areas (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Pass187,265 miles (+10,280)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    187,265 miles
    Test number
    841460545616
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass176,985 miles (+85)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    176,985 miles
    Test number
    665565250187
    • MinorOffside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated outer (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryTyres bald on edges

  8. Fail176,900 miles (+9,952)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,900 miles
    Test number
    798142764932
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryN/s/f tyre bald on outer edge
    • AdvisoryO/s/r tyre bald on inner edge

  9. Pass166,948 miles (+33)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    166,948 miles
    Test number
    856334898527
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail166,915 miles (+7,290)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    166,915 miles
    Test number
    132124640430
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres bald on edges
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre worn to limit bald on inner edge close to ply

  11. Pass159,625 miles (+20,205)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    159,625 miles
    Test number
    986223991580
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint rear arm (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass139,420 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    139,420 miles
    Test number
    876437494194
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Fail139,415 miles (+12,857)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,415 miles
    Test number
    785400297671
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass126,558 miles (+14,227)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    126,558 miles
    Test number
    278014905493
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  15. Pass112,331 miles (+11,409)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    112,331 miles
    Test number
    397756804186
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  16. Pass100,922 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    100,922 miles
    Test number
    188016603197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail100,922 miles (+3,438)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,922 miles
    Test number
    598206703183
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  18. Pass97,484 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    97,484 miles
    Test number
    895235002309
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/f brake pipe
    • NoteDamage to windscreen
    • NoteWear to n/s/f tyre on outer edge

  19. Fail97,484 miles (+11,874)3 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,484 miles
    Test number
    198185102382
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on
    • NoteCorrosion to n/s/f brake pipe
    • NoteDamage to windscreen
    • NoteWear to n/s/f tyre on outer edge

  20. Pass85,610 miles (+11,563)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    85,610 miles
    Test number
    189666261216

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass74,047 miles (+16,673)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    74,047 miles
    Test number
    940410560216
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  22. Pass57,374 miles (+16,135)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    57,374 miles
    Test number
    641639659263
    • NoteNearside front tyre cut in side wall not to cords
    • NoteRear tyre slightly feathered on inner edge

  23. Pass41,239 miles (+21)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    41,239 miles
    Test number
    520956458268
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  24. Fail41,218 miles2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,218 miles
    Test number
    594289748280
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S70 HTG

Does S70 HTG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S70 HTG expired on 27 Jan 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S70 HTG?
The MOT on S70 HTG expired on 27 Jan 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S70 HTG done?
S70 HTG was recorded at 220,086 miles at its MOT on 27 Jan 2024, an average of 11,621 miles a year.
Has S70 HTG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 HTG has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on S70 HTG 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 S70 HTG find?
S70 HTG passed its latest MOT on 27 Jan 2024 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play; nearside rear brake pad(s) wearing thin, and 3 more.

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