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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S12 MSDMOT history

S12 MSD is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 1 Mar 2012. Its MOT is valid until 17 Jan 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 120,997 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

S12 MSD grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 17 Jan 2027
Mileage
120,997 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 MSD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
1 Mar 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 MSD was last recorded at 120,997 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 8,364 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,633 miles · 8 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
8,364 miles
Average per year
8,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 120,997 miles
  • 2025 – 112,633 miles
  • 2024 – 104,347 miles
  • 2023 – 96,680 miles
  • 2022 – 89,135 miles
  • 2021 – 81,202 miles
  • 2020 – 73,814 miles
  • 2018 – 64,048 miles
  • 2017 – 48,233 miles
  • 2016 – 40,322 miles
  • 2015 – 30,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass120,997 miles
  • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020

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.

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn heavily on inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

16 tests since 4 Feb 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass120,997 miles (+8,364)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    120,997 miles
    Test number
    344167188248
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass112,633 miles (+8,286)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    112,633 miles
    Test number
    549164903380
    • 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  3. Pass104,347 miles (+7,667)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    104,347 miles
    Test number
    744384501347
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass96,680 miles (+7,545)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    96,680 miles
    Test number
    847238061119
    • MinorOffside Side repeater flashing more than 120 times a minute (4.4.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad wear indicator light illuminated
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass89,135 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,135 miles
    Test number
    299732180047
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn heavily on inner edge

  6. Fail89,134 miles (+7,932)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,134 miles
    Test number
    826905935609
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn Rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn heavily on inner edge

  7. Pass81,202 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,202 miles
    Test number
    793761823297
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail81,202 miles (+7,388)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,202 miles
    Test number
    870622083105
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess suspension bellows slight leak when engine off (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner and outer (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass73,814 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    73,814 miles
    Test number
    261530418149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

  10. Fail73,814 miles (+9,766)2 dangerous1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,814 miles
    Test number
    667116416295
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorCentral Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity (4.2.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass64,048 miles (+6,312)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    64,048 miles
    Test number
    905284484314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass57,736 miles (+9,503)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    57,736 miles
    Test number
    438780221524

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass48,233 miles (+7,911)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    48,233 miles
    Test number
    218629490726
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre side wall damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre worn on inner edge

  14. Pass40,322 miles (+9,682)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    40,322 miles
    Test number
    134234962444
    • 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)

  15. Pass30,640 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    30,640 miles
    Test number
    116955535040
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail30,640 miles2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,640 miles
    Test number
    169985835420
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S12 MSD

Does S12 MSD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 MSD is valid until 17 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 MSD?
The MOT on S12 MSD is valid until 17 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S12 MSD done?
S12 MSD was recorded at 120,997 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 8,269 miles a year.
Has S12 MSD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 MSD has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jan 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 MSD 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 S12 MSD find?
S12 MSD passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 9 advisories: items removed from driver's view prior to test; nearside front outer suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 6 more.

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