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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

T70 RSWMOT history

T70 RSW is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 22 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2026 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 315,904 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2026
Mileage
315,904 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
17,132 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T70 RSW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
22 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T70 RSW was last recorded at 315,904 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 15,737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
300,167 miles · 28 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
15,737 miles
Average per year
17,132 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 315,904 miles
  • 2024 – 300,167 miles
  • 2023 – 282,847 miles
  • 2022 – 263,255 miles
  • 2021 – 243,393 miles
  • 2020 – 219,567 miles
  • 2019 – 178,144 miles
  • 2018 – 134,496 miles
  • 2017 – 121,651 miles
  • 2016 – 104,149 miles
  • 2015 – 87,264 miles
  • 2014 – 79,293 miles
  • 2013 – 73,709 miles
  • 2012 – 65,880 miles
  • 2011 – 57,064 miles
  • 2010 – 47,080 miles
  • 2009 – 39,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass315,904 miles
  • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryBrakes modified but improved upon standard

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2011

Full MOT history

25 tests since 27 Aug 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass315,904 miles (+15,737)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    315,904 miles
    Test number
    321606145499
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryBrakes modified but improved upon standard

  2. Pass300,167 miles (+17,320)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    300,167 miles
    Test number
    256003762991
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass282,847 miles (+19,592)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    282,847 miles
    Test number
    456389625893
    • AdvisoryRubber bushes starting to deteriorate, rear tyres approaching limits

  4. Pass263,255 miles (+19,862)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    263,255 miles
    Test number
    509510703325
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted

  5. Pass243,393 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    243,393 miles
    Test number
    743935759082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail243,393 miles (+23,826)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    243,393 miles
    Test number
    635537868359
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread pattern not visible over the whole tread area when minimum depth required is 1.0mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass219,567 miles (+41,423)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    219,567 miles
    Test number
    212847640675

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass178,144 miles (+70)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    178,144 miles
    Test number
    946167697647

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail178,074 miles (+43,578)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,074 miles
    Test number
    970664173278
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Brake pipe excessively corroded wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension rod ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  10. Pass134,496 miles (+12,845)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    134,496 miles
    Test number
    479222956273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass121,651 miles (+17,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    121,651 miles
    Test number
    866813586726
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass104,149 miles (+16,885)
    MOT expiry
    14 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    104,149 miles
    Test number
    825402704415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass87,264 miles (+7,971)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    87,264 miles
    Test number
    150193488812

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass79,293 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    79,293 miles
    Test number
    626202344243

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail79,292 miles (+5,583)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,292 miles
    Test number
    705190344212
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass73,709 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    73,709 miles
    Test number
    148446143270

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail73,709 miles (+7,829)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,709 miles
    Test number
    597806343201
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  18. Pass65,880 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    65,880 miles
    Test number
    235362352272

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail65,880 miles (+8,816)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,880 miles
    Test number
    525582952272
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

  20. Pass57,064 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    276599151241

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail57,064 miles (+3,622)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,064 miles
    Test number
    749897651231
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass53,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    53,442 miles
    Test number
    276074391089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail53,442 miles (+6,362)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,442 miles
    Test number
    556784091085
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  24. Pass47,080 miles (+7,684)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    47,080 miles
    Test number
    911592390054
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s rear tyre has flat spot

  25. Pass39,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    39,396 miles
    Test number
    964419139246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T70 RSW

Does T70 RSW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T70 RSW is valid until 18 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T70 RSW?
The MOT on T70 RSW is valid until 18 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T70 RSW done?
T70 RSW was recorded at 315,904 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 17,132 miles a year.
Has T70 RSW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T70 RSW has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Oct 2021.
Has the mileage on T70 RSW 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 T70 RSW find?
T70 RSW passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: front headlamp lens slightly defective both; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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