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BMW 728

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 2,793 cc

S70 OSJMOT history

S70 OSJ is a blue petrol BMW 728 first used on 11 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Mar 2027 and it has passed 18 of 27 MOT tests, with 180,527 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Mar 2027
Mileage
180,527 mi
At MOT on 23 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
18 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,945 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S70 OSJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
728
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,793 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
23 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S70 OSJ was last recorded at 180,527 miles on 23 Mar 2026, 5,641 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 18 Jun 2015: 7,365 miles, lower than 116,010 miles on 12 Jun 2014.
  • 22 Jun 2016: 1,612 miles, lower than 7,365 miles on 18 Jun 2015.
  • 26 Feb 2022: 155,529 miles, lower than 207,876 miles on 8 Feb 2021.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
174,886 miles · 11 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,641 miles
Average per year
5,945 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 180,527 miles
  • 2025 – 174,886 miles
  • 2024 – 170,825 miles
  • 2023 – 164,182 miles
  • 2022 – 155,529 miles
  • 2021 – 207,876 miles
  • 2016 – 1,745 miles
  • 2015 – 7,365 miles
  • 2014 – 116,010 miles
  • 2013 – 105,601 miles
  • 2012 – 101,439 miles
  • 2011 – 96,376 miles
  • 2010 – 91,288 miles
  • 2009 – 86,339 miles
  • 2008 – 79,947 miles
  • 2007 – 71,876 miles
  • 2006 – 62,995 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass180,527 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2011–2017

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

27 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass180,527 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    180,527 miles
    Test number
    721515246128
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail180,527 miles (+5,641)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,527 miles
    Test number
    633350018966
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass174,886 miles (+4,061)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    174,886 miles
    Test number
    868816178780
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass170,825 miles (+6,643)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    170,825 miles
    Test number
    274514904316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass164,182 miles8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    164,182 miles
    Test number
    529603571970
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail164,182 miles (+143)2 repaired8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,182 miles
    Test number
    132539696754
    • Repaired at testRoad wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryENGINE COVERS AND UNDERTRAYS FITTED
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail164,039 miles (+8,510)8 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    164,039 miles
    Test number
    652111582791
    • MajorHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both sides front (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing x1 bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner and outer sill corroded near jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorSuspension arm ball joint excessively worn both sides rear upper ball joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad(s) wearing thin both sides rear (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides rear main brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryDrag link end ball joint has slight play both sides front inner (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear no. plate light slightly dim
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryChild seat insecure nearside rear

  8. Pass155,529 miles (-52,347)
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    155,529 miles
    Test number
    316690694682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass207,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    207,876 miles
    Test number
    787768487927

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. PassMileage not read9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    362200525128
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  11. FailMileage not read2 failures9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    200587233709
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass1,745 miles (+133)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    1,745 miles
    Test number
    826268472841
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable to see first two mileage numbers

  13. Fail1,612 miles (-5,753)1 failure8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    1,612 miles
    Test number
    731625750958
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnable to see first two mileage numbers

  14. Pass7,365 miles (-108,645)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    7,365 miles
    Test number
    229239265464
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteUnable to determine correct milage due to first two numbers not displayed correct

  15. Fail116,010 miles1 repaired6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    268153764491
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Brake hose has insufficient room to move, resulting in fouling on any part (3.6.B.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • 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

  16. Pass116,010 miles (+10,409)6 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    116,010 miles
    Test number
    417973664177
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisorySupplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)
    • 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. Pass105,601 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    978684853158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail105,601 miles (+4,162)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,601 miles
    Test number
    226232753448
    • FailureInner Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

  19. Pass101,439 miles (+5,063)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    101,439 miles
    Test number
    286781872405
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteSlight play in steering idler

  20. Pass96,376 miles (+5,088)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    96,376 miles
    Test number
    209475241130
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f upper control arm bush split

  21. Pass91,288 miles (+4,949)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    91,288 miles
    Test number
    113693750119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass86,339 miles (+6,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,339 miles
    Test number
    800527549107
    • 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)

  23. Pass79,947 miles (+8,071)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    79,947 miles
    Test number
    490810758161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    71,876 miles
    Test number
    792502257153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail71,876 miles (+8,881)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,876 miles
    Test number
    421952157127
    • FailureNearside Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Pass62,995 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    62,995 miles
    Test number
    361396966137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail62,995 miles1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,995 miles
    Test number
    750936166113
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteBoth rear and o/s wing repeater bulbs discolouring
    • NoteFront upper control arm bushes split
    • NotePlay in both rear upper rear arm outer joints

Questions about S70 OSJ

Does S70 OSJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S70 OSJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S70 OSJ?
The MOT on S70 OSJ is valid until 22 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S70 OSJ done?
S70 OSJ was recorded at 180,527 miles at its MOT on 23 Mar 2026, an average of 5,945 miles a year.
Has S70 OSJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S70 OSJ has failed 9 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S70 OSJ ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test 3 times, first on 18 Jun 2015. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S70 OSJ find?
S70 OSJ passed its latest MOT on 23 Mar 2026 with 4 advisories: front oil leak, but not excessive; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear inner tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 1 more.

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