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BMW 5 Series

Black · Petrol · 2019 · 2,998 cc

S12 FHWMOT history

S12 FHW is a black petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 11 Feb 2019. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 5 of 7 MOT tests, with 99,822 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

S12 FHW black 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
99,822 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
7
5 passed · 2 failed
Per year
13,952 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 FHW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2019
First used
11 Feb 2019
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 FHW was last recorded at 99,822 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 4,729 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 16 Feb 2024: 79,600 miles, lower than 79,659 miles on 12 Feb 2024.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
95,093 miles · 4 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,729 miles
Average per year
13,952 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,822 miles
  • 2025 – 95,093 miles
  • 2024 – 79,600 miles
  • 2023 – 60,702 miles
  • 2022 – 43,021 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,822 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.

  • Rear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Splitting

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

7 tests since 8 Feb 2022, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,822 miles (+4,729)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    99,822 miles
    Test number
    262792664301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass95,093 miles (+15,493)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    95,093 miles
    Test number
    968372978795

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass79,600 miles (-59)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    79,600 miles
    Test number
    890021085016
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  4. Fail79,659 miles (+18,957)3 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,659 miles
    Test number
    828598519221
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured Cracked (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousOffside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated Splitting (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  5. Pass60,702 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    60,702 miles
    Test number
    386750776791
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber coupling several small splits (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  6. Fail60,702 miles (+17,681)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,702 miles
    Test number
    479965548980
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated rubber coupling several small splits (6.1.7 (d) (i))

  7. Pass43,021 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    43,021 miles
    Test number
    509835114947
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear wheel rim has been welded in 2 places
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Questions about S12 FHW

Does S12 FHW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 FHW is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 FHW?
The MOT on S12 FHW is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 FHW done?
S12 FHW was recorded at 99,822 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 13,952 miles a year.
Has S12 FHW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 FHW has failed 2 of its 7 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S12 FHW ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 16 Feb 2024. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S12 FHW find?
S12 FHW passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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