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BMW 525

Grey · Diesel · 2009 · 2,497 cc

S16 RRDMOT history

S16 RRD is a grey diesel BMW 525 first used on 4 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 1 Mar 2027 and it has passed 14 of 21 MOT tests, with 119,039 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Mar 2026.

S16 RRD grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Mar 2027
Mileage
119,039 mi
At MOT on 2 Mar 2026
MOT tests
21
14 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,891 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S16 RRD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
4 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S16 RRD was last recorded at 119,039 miles on 2 Mar 2026, 4,850 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,189 miles · 25 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
4,850 miles
Average per year
6,891 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,039 miles
  • 2025 – 114,189 miles
  • 2024 – 105,967 miles
  • 2023 – 95,232 miles
  • 2022 – 81,789 miles
  • 2021 – 70,883 miles
  • 2020 – 65,498 miles
  • 2019 – 59,881 miles
  • 2017 – 47,962 miles
  • 2015 – 39,647 miles
  • 2014 – 35,126 miles
  • 2013 – 30,706 miles
  • 2012 – 26,326 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,039 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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 hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 17 Sept 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    119,039 miles
    Test number
    753557593171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail119,039 miles (+4,850)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,039 miles
    Test number
    188451043484
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
  3. Pass114,189 miles (+8,222)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    114,189 miles
    Test number
    151377698016
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  4. Pass105,967 miles (+10,735)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    105,967 miles
    Test number
    531832056049
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
  5. Pass95,232 miles (+36)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    95,232 miles
    Test number
    498602578843
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some components
  6. Fail95,196 miles (+13,407)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,196 miles
    Test number
    729792933564
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated both sides (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shields fitted
  7. Pass81,789 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    81,789 miles
    Test number
    962449445409
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  8. Fail81,789 miles (+10,906)1 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,789 miles
    Test number
    782816390099
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Brake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass70,883 miles (+114)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    70,883 miles
    Test number
    897830480124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail70,769 miles (+5,271)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,769 miles
    Test number
    793150168781
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))
  11. Pass65,498 miles (+5,617)
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    65,498 miles
    Test number
    625481855239

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    59,881 miles
    Test number
    391773655448

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,881 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,881 miles
    Test number
    124511630454
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  14. Pass85,232 km
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    85,232 km
    Test number
    977460382956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass47,962 miles (+8,315)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    47,962 miles
    Test number
    983210627255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass39,647 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    181500878242

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail39,647 miles (+4,521)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,647 miles
    Test number
    173036634131
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  18. Fail35,126 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,126 miles
    Test number
    169236444214
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
  19. Pass35,126 miles (+4,420)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    35,126 miles
    Test number
    497036344295

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,706 miles (+4,380)
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    30,706 miles
    Test number
    275022543273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,326 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    26,326 miles
    Test number
    106821362230
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S16 RRD

Does S16 RRD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S16 RRD is valid until 1 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S16 RRD?
The MOT on S16 RRD is valid until 1 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S16 RRD done?
S16 RRD was recorded at 119,039 miles at its MOT on 2 Mar 2026, an average of 6,891 miles a year.
Has S16 RRD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S16 RRD has failed 7 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S16 RRD 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 S16 RRD find?
S16 RRD passed its latest MOT on 2 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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