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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

S111 MFGMOT history

S111 MFG is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 12 Jan 2006. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jan 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 197,572 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Jan 2026.

S111 MFG silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jan 2027
Mileage
197,572 mi
At MOT on 21 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,487 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S111 MFG
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
12 Jan 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S111 MFG was last recorded at 197,572 miles on 21 Jan 2026, 8,985 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
188,587 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,985 miles
Average per year
9,487 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,572 miles
  • 2025 – 188,587 miles
  • 2024 – 180,402 miles
  • 2023 – 171,644 miles
  • 2022 – 155,157 miles
  • 2021 – 142,345 miles
  • 2019 – 119,808 miles
  • 2018 – 113,273 miles
  • 2017 – 107,037 miles
  • 2016 – 98,026 miles
  • 2015 – 92,462 miles
  • 2014 – 87,865 miles
  • 2012 – 78,690 miles
  • 2011 – 72,044 miles
  • 2010 – 63,204 miles
  • 2009 – 52,398 miles
  • 2007 – 26,146 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,572 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

Full MOT history

27 tests since 27 Dec 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,572 miles (+8,985)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    197,572 miles
    Test number
    535641960737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass188,587 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    188,587 miles
    Test number
    231492080038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail188,587 miles (+8,185)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    188,587 miles
    Test number
    919296258582
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass180,402 miles (+8,758)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    180,402 miles
    Test number
    363842936363
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front lower arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass171,644 miles (+16,487)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    171,644 miles
    Test number
    345522338867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass155,157 miles (+12,812)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    155,157 miles
    Test number
    940047232809
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,345 miles (+22,537)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    142,345 miles
    Test number
    881007336985

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass119,808 miles (+6,535)2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    119,808 miles
    Test number
    900987015928
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass113,273 miles (+33)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    113,273 miles
    Test number
    361013157902

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail113,240 miles (+6,203)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    113,240 miles
    Test number
    568590588570
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass107,037 miles (+9,011)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    107,037 miles
    Test number
    938715811849
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

  12. Pass98,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    410698501053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail98,026 miles (+5,564)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,026 miles
    Test number
    271182995202
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  14. Pass92,462 miles (+4,597)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    92,462 miles
    Test number
    645823385130
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Upper Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteN/S/F tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass87,865 miles (+4)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    87,865 miles
    Test number
    756057394156
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSuspension prompt on

  16. Fail87,861 miles (+9,171)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,861 miles
    Test number
    866194954107
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass78,690 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    78,690 miles
    Test number
    337515522391
    • 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)

  18. Fail78,690 miles (+6,646)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,690 miles
    Test number
    895375922381
    • FailureNearside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • 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)

  19. Pass72,044 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    449606531413

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail72,044 miles (+8,840)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,044 miles
    Test number
    609575131355
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass63,204 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    63,204 miles
    Test number
    540035930346

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail63,204 miles (+10,806)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,204 miles
    Test number
    811525130390
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Pass52,398 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    570226259372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail52,398 miles (+3,555)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,398 miles
    Test number
    182176659346
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  25. Pass48,843 miles (+6,694)
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    48,843 miles
    Test number
    731372489237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass42,149 miles (+16,003)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    42,149 miles
    Test number
    232588009043
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  27. Pass26,146 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    26,146 miles
    Test number
    302631867394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S111 MFG

Does S111 MFG currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S111 MFG is valid until 22 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S111 MFG?
The MOT on S111 MFG is valid until 22 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S111 MFG done?
S111 MFG was recorded at 197,572 miles at its MOT on 21 Jan 2026, an average of 9,487 miles a year.
Has S111 MFG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S111 MFG has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on S111 MFG 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 MFG find?
S111 MFG passed its latest MOT on 21 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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