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BMW X5

Grey · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

S7 RCYMOT history

S7 RCY is a grey diesel BMW X5 first used on 9 Nov 2005. Its MOT is valid until 24 Oct 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 132,954 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 23 Oct 2026.

S7 RCY grey BMW X5 – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW X5, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 24 Oct 2027
Mileage
132,954 mi
At MOT on 25 Oct 2023
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
6,472 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S7 RCY
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
9 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S7 RCY was last recorded at 132,954 miles on 25 Oct 2023, 7,813 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Dec 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,141 miles · 10 Dec 2022
Between the last two tests
7,813 miles
Average per year
6,472 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 132,954 miles
  • 2022 – 125,141 miles
  • 2021 – 113,437 miles
  • 2020 – 93,478 miles
  • 2019 – 91,052 miles
  • 2018 – 87,849 miles
  • 2017 – 82,195 miles
  • 2016 – 79,790 miles
  • 2015 – 77,137 miles
  • 2014 – 74,954 miles
  • 2013 – 72,912 miles
  • 2012 – 70,191 miles
  • 2011 – 59,376 miles
  • 2010 – 55,649 miles
  • 2009 – 48,721 miles
  • 2008 – 35,321 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022

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 Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

25 tests since 23 Sept 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    715613579745
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    961552871527

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. PassMileage not read2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    876067122382
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  4. FailMileage not read6 major2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    920213561010
    • MajorExhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases manifold area (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Pass132,954 miles (+7,813)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    132,954 miles
    Test number
    974695832427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  6. Pass125,141 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    125,141 miles
    Test number
    260058277807
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  7. Fail125,141 miles (+11,704)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,141 miles
    Test number
    608889909050
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  8. Pass113,437 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    113,437 miles
    Test number
    766731348599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail113,437 miles (+19,959)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,437 miles
    Test number
    802836321292
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  10. Pass93,478 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    93,478 miles
    Test number
    403792876323
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edge
  11. Fail93,478 miles (+2,426)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,478 miles
    Test number
    480815677110
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres worn low on inner edge
  12. Pass91,052 miles (+3,203)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    91,052 miles
    Test number
    264949810427
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  13. Pass87,849 miles (+5,654)
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    87,849 miles
    Test number
    271128299247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,195 miles (+2,405)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    82,195 miles
    Test number
    575507229857

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass79,790 miles (+2,653)
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    79,790 miles
    Test number
    646784096392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass77,137 miles (+2,183)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    77,137 miles
    Test number
    300945007196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass74,954 miles (+2,042)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    74,954 miles
    Test number
    857672754234
    • NoteBoth front tyres slightly perished on sidewalls
  18. Pass72,912 miles (+2,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    72,912 miles
    Test number
    539388463283
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
  19. Pass70,191 miles (+4,034)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    70,191 miles
    Test number
    186885372255
    • 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)
  20. Pass66,157 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    66,157 miles
    Test number
    669958062021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass59,376 miles (+3,727)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    59,376 miles
    Test number
    938717481015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,649 miles (+6,928)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    55,649 miles
    Test number
    274322880053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,721 miles (+13,400)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    48,721 miles
    Test number
    933280849220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass35,321 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    35,321 miles
    Test number
    891348268241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail35,321 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,321 miles
    Test number
    320587868429
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Questions about S7 RCY

Does S7 RCY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S7 RCY is valid until 24 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S7 RCY?
The MOT on S7 RCY is valid until 24 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S7 RCY done?
S7 RCY was recorded at 132,954 miles at its MOT on 25 Oct 2023, an average of 6,472 miles a year.
Has S7 RCY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S7 RCY has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2024.
Has the mileage on S7 RCY 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 RCY find?
S7 RCY passed its latest MOT on 22 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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