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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2006 · 2,497 cc

S12 SUDMOT history

S12 SUD is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 13 Jun 2006. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 113,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Jan 2026.

S12 SUD grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
113,938 mi
At MOT on 4 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
6,178 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S12 SUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
13 Jun 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S12 SUD was last recorded at 113,938 miles on 4 Jan 2026, 3,947 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
109,991 miles · 29 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,947 miles
Average per year
6,178 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 113,938 miles
  • 2024 – 109,991 miles
  • 2022 – 98,767 miles
  • 2021 – 87,745 miles
  • 2020 – 84,903 miles
  • 2019 – 77,664 miles
  • 2018 – 68,632 miles
  • 2017 – 65,252 miles
  • 2016 – 61,352 miles
  • 2015 – 57,869 miles
  • 2014 – 53,775 miles
  • 2013 – 49,404 miles
  • 2012 – 37,278 miles
  • 2011 – 26,630 miles
  • 2010 – 15,276 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass113,938 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 Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Undercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

25 tests since 15 Jan 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass113,938 miles (+3,947)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    113,938 miles
    Test number
    173087699240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass109,991 miles (+3,944)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    109,991 miles
    Test number
    133636903268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass106,047 miles (+7,280)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    106,047 miles
    Test number
    695669185757
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside front, offside front and nearside rear pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  4. Pass98,767 miles (+28)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    98,767 miles
    Test number
    965908810563
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  5. Fail98,739 miles (+10,994)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,739 miles
    Test number
    414109209228
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction interior mirror ornaments and phone holder (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower trailing arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower leading arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  6. Pass87,745 miles (+24)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    87,745 miles
    Test number
    865813341135
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower leading arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower leading arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted limiting underside inspection
  7. Fail87,721 miles (+18)2 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,721 miles
    Test number
    442321785015
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn lower arm inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower leading arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower leading arm forward bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUndershields fitted limiting underside inspection
  8. Fail87,703 miles (+2,800)1 dangerous5 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,703 miles
    Test number
    622498522071
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • 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))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder body shields fitted not allowing inspection of some vehicle components
  9. Pass84,903 miles (+14)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    84,903 miles
    Test number
    986198405251
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear + front to rear in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both ns and os: slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion to some underbody components
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  10. Fail84,889 miles (+7,225)1 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,889 miles
    Test number
    295139202218
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn on rearmost arm / TCA (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all front and rear + front to rear in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both ns and os: slightly (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion to some underbody components
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  11. Pass77,664 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    492245736776
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both ns and os + front to rear sections in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os
    • AdvisoryMinor corrosion to some underbody components
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  12. Fail77,664 miles (+9,032)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,664 miles
    Test number
    263377480822
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn on rearmost arm / TCA (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both ns and os + front to rear sections in places (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ns and os
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  13. Pass68,632 miles (+1)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,632 miles
    Test number
    305995591972
    • Advisory2 Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency MET at 18%. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings: 150 / 160 KgF
    • AdvisoryRear rear park brake noisy whilst being roller brake tested. Function / Performance not impaired at time of inspection
    • AdvisorySuspect oil leak
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  14. Fail68,631 miles (+3,379)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,631 miles
    Test number
    254089786384
    • MajorHeadlamp aim too low both front: beam image horizontal cut-off is BELOW the 2.75% horizontal line (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRegistration plate does not conform to the specified requirements front and rear: incorrect colour / incorrectly placed fixings / caps and or suppliers name inside of the minimum margin around the registration number / s (0.1 (d))
    • Advisory2 Child seats fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belts
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency MET at 18%. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Readings: 150 / 160 KgF
    • AdvisoryRear rear park brake noisy whilst being roller brake tested. Function / Performance not impaired at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  15. Pass65,252 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    575765054608
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns and os (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear park brake noisy whilst being roller brake tested. Function / Performance not impaired at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  16. Fail65,252 miles (+3,900)1 dangerous2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,252 miles
    Test number
    843463428307
    • DangerousWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid inop (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bearing inner on rearmost arm (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both ns and os (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON 2mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear park brake noisy whilst being roller brake tested. Function / Performance not impaired at time of inspection
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage trays / sill guards / splash guards / heat shields / engine covers / component covers obscuring some prescribed areas and or items
  17. Pass61,352 miles (+3,483)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    61,352 miles
    Test number
    426737232761

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass57,869 miles (+70)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    57,869 miles
    Test number
    369552495181
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  19. Fail57,799 miles (+4,024)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,799 miles
    Test number
    108845385147
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  20. Pass53,775 miles (+4,371)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,775 miles
    Test number
    178853654182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,404 miles (+12,126)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    49,404 miles
    Test number
    259949053181
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
  22. Pass37,278 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    37,278 miles
    Test number
    846962962068
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edges advise
  23. Fail37,277 miles (+10,647)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,277 miles
    Test number
    157872862402
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edges advise
  24. Pass26,630 miles (+11,354)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    26,630 miles
    Test number
    237445071007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,276 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    15,276 miles
    Test number
    451965610089
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about S12 SUD

Does S12 SUD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S12 SUD is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S12 SUD?
The MOT on S12 SUD is valid until 8 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 SUD done?
S12 SUD was recorded at 113,938 miles at its MOT on 4 Jan 2026, an average of 6,178 miles a year.
Has S12 SUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S12 SUD has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on S12 SUD 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 SUD find?
S12 SUD passed its latest MOT on 4 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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