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BMW X5

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,993 cc

S7 DSVMOT history

S7 DSV is a silver diesel BMW X5 first used on 15 Dec 2006. Its MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 154,108 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Sept 2026.

S7 DSV silver BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Apr 2025
Mileage
154,108 mi
At MOT on 9 Sept 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,105 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 DSV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
X5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
15 Dec 2006
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Apr 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S7 DSV was last recorded at 154,108 miles on 9 Sept 2026, 891 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,217 miles · 22 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
891 miles
Average per year
7,105 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,108 miles
  • 2024 – 153,217 miles
  • 2023 – 148,822 miles
  • 2022 – 147,320 miles
  • 2020 – 146,837 miles
  • 2019 – 136,148 miles
  • 2018 – 122,140 miles
  • 2017 – 110,531 miles
  • 2016 – 99,377 miles
  • 2015 – 88,494 miles
  • 2014 – 79,178 miles
  • 2013 – 67,656 miles
  • 2012 – 61,613 miles
  • 2011 – 53,632 miles
  • 2010 – 37,651 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail154,108 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Bolt on ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot - Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Bolt on ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot - Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Inop (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails - marked location
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail154,108 miles (+891)6 major3 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,108 miles
    Test number
    418742219358
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Bolt on ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot - Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (Bolt on ball joint) (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Boot - Corner (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources Inop (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Macpherson strut corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails - marked location
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm 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 Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  2. Pass153,217 miles (+4,395)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    153,217 miles
    Test number
    841716540927
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,822 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    148,822 miles
    Test number
    371723301793
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail148,822 miles (+1,502)1 repaired9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,822 miles
    Test number
    902890685883
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Upper Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear shock absorber corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass147,320 miles (+483)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    147,320 miles
    Test number
    144865926771
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • 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 Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPark brake just passed test

  6. Pass146,837 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    146,837 miles
    Test number
    123487069077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail146,837 miles (+10,689)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,837 miles
    Test number
    935058492991
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge badly worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass136,148 miles (+14,008)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    136,148 miles
    Test number
    905578021427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake has little reserve travel

  9. Pass122,140 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    122,140 miles
    Test number
    504438846837
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  10. Fail122,140 miles (+11,609)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,140 miles
    Test number
    866194855008
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  11. Pass110,531 miles (+11,154)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    110,531 miles
    Test number
    419475724298

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass99,377 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,377 miles
    Test number
    856831374388

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail99,376 miles (+10,882)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,376 miles
    Test number
    224518932105
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rearmost (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint rearmost (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass88,494 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    88,494 miles
    Test number
    469886585089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail88,494 miles (+9,316)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,494 miles
    Test number
    258505585098
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass79,178 miles (+2)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    79,178 miles
    Test number
    219103114408
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres perishing within tread
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside rear outer drive shaft coupling leaking grease
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail79,176 miles (+11,520)7 dangerous2 failures6 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,176 miles
    Test number
    858811214110
    • DangerousNearside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFront tyres perishing within tread
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on edges
    • NoteOffside rear outer drive shaft coupling leaking grease
    • NoteRear tyres wearing on inner edges
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass67,656 miles (+6,043)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    67,656 miles
    Test number
    209071583007
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • 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

  19. Pass61,613 miles (+7,981)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    61,613 miles
    Test number
    839373102121
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  20. Pass53,632 miles (+15,981)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,632 miles
    Test number
    937125701162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass37,651 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    37,651 miles
    Test number
    272499000166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S7 DSV

Does S7 DSV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S7 DSV expired on 21 Apr 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S7 DSV?
The MOT on S7 DSV expired on 21 Apr 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S7 DSV done?
S7 DSV was recorded at 154,108 miles at its MOT on 9 Sept 2026, an average of 7,105 miles a year.
Has S7 DSV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 DSV has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S7 DSV 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 S7 DSV find?
S7 DSV failed its latest MOT on 9 Sept 2026 with 6 major defects, 3 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (bolt on ball joint); nearside front suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn front arm; nearside rear integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced boot - corner, and 17 more.

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