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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 1,995 cc

S111 HFSMOT history

S111 HFS is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 160,315 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Aug 2023.

S111 HFS grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 24 Aug 2024
Mileage
160,315 mi
At MOT on 25 Aug 2023
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
9,307 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S111 HFS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
1 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 24 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
25 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S111 HFS was last recorded at 160,315 miles on 25 Aug 2023, 11,193 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
149,122 miles · 25 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
11,193 miles
Average per year
9,307 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 160,315 miles
  • 2022 – 149,122 miles
  • 2021 – 142,230 miles
  • 2020 – 136,894 miles
  • 2019 – 131,134 miles
  • 2018 – 119,008 miles
  • 2017 – 105,458 miles
  • 2016 – 90,087 miles
  • 2015 – 86,156 miles
  • 2014 – 76,086 miles
  • 2013 – 67,120 miles
  • 2012 – 57,800 miles
  • 2011 – 50,256 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,315 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Oct 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,315 miles3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    160,315 miles
    Test number
    441770402526
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  2. Fail160,315 miles (+11,193)5 major2 repaired3 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,315 miles
    Test number
    278993765413
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights
  3. Pass149,122 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    149,122 miles
    Test number
    677725052878
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever slight travel
  4. Fail149,122 miles (+6,892)3 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,122 miles
    Test number
    160653223989
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MinorNearside Rear Brake hose slightly twisted (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front most (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever slight travel
  5. Pass142,230 miles (+5,336)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    142,230 miles
    Test number
    720797799670

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass136,894 miles (+5,760)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    136,894 miles
    Test number
    835977803499

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass131,134 miles (+12,126)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    131,134 miles
    Test number
    227180353331

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,008 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    119,008 miles
    Test number
    466599371877
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  9. Fail119,008 miles (+13,550)2 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,008 miles
    Test number
    672476304449
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  10. Pass105,458 miles (+15,371)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    105,458 miles
    Test number
    766691448979
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass90,087 miles (+3,931)
    MOT expiry
    22 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    90,087 miles
    Test number
    756079636098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass86,156 miles (+10,070)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,156 miles
    Test number
    301007785124
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  13. Pass76,086 miles (+8,966)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    76,086 miles
    Test number
    985833174264

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass67,120 miles (+9,320)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    67,120 miles
    Test number
    578120583229

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass57,800 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    57,800 miles
    Test number
    108100982276
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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. Fail57,800 miles (+7,544)1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,800 miles
    Test number
    868350482293
    • FailureDriver's seat fore and aft adjustment mechanism not functioning as intended. (6.2.A.3)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • 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. Pass50,256 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    50,256 miles
    Test number
    525021101331
    • NoteAdvise front tyres worn on edge

Questions about S111 HFS

Does S111 HFS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S111 HFS expired on 24 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S111 HFS?
The MOT on S111 HFS expired on 24 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S111 HFS done?
S111 HFS was recorded at 160,315 miles at its MOT on 25 Aug 2023, an average of 9,307 miles a year.
Has S111 HFS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S111 HFS has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S111 HFS 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 S111 HFS find?
S111 HFS passed its latest MOT on 25 Aug 2023 with 3 minor defects and 2 advisories: nearside front position lamp incorrect colour; nearside rear brake hose slightly twisted; offside front position lamp incorrect colour, and 2 more.

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