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BMW 518

White · Diesel · 2014 · 1,995 cc

S17 RYYMOT history

S17 RYY is a white diesel BMW 518 first used on 17 Jan 2014. Its MOT is valid until 27 Nov 2026 and it has passed 10 of 14 MOT tests, with 124,330 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Nov 2025.

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MOT
Valid
Until 27 Nov 2026
Mileage
124,330 mi
At MOT on 26 Nov 2025
MOT tests
14
10 passed · 4 failed
Per year
8,012 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 RYY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
518
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2014
First used
17 Jan 2014
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
26 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 RYY was last recorded at 124,330 miles on 26 Nov 2025, 15,418 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,912 miles · 13 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
15,418 miles
Average per year
8,012 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 124,330 miles
  • 2024 – 108,912 miles
  • 2023 – 94,931 miles
  • 2022 – 85,335 miles
  • 2021 – 80,573 miles
  • 2020 – 71,861 miles
  • 2019 – 67,089 miles
  • 2018 – 64,003 miles
  • 2017 – 59,838 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,330 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive dripping onto exhaust

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2454518

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 Jan 2017, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,330 miles (+15,418)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    124,330 miles
    Test number
    744318015287
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass108,912 miles (+13,981)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    108,912 miles
    Test number
    763751125476
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass94,931 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    94,931 miles
    Test number
    771701794597
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dripping onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail94,927 miles (+9,592)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,927 miles
    Test number
    590331272541
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive dripping onto exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass85,335 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    85,335 miles
    Test number
    204104793099
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2454518 (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail85,334 miles (+4,761)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,334 miles
    Test number
    817895330202
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2454518 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2454518 (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass80,573 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    80,573 miles
    Test number
    623527751024
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail80,573 miles (+8,712)1 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,573 miles
    Test number
    631162281882
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2454518 (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn straight one (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both edges worn (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass71,861 miles (+4,772)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    71,861 miles
    Test number
    951620753833
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre 245/45/18

  10. Pass67,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    67,089 miles
    Test number
    489956934966

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail67,089 miles (+3,086)2 dangerous1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,089 miles
    Test number
    562332065172
    • DangerousFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorBrake warning device malfunctioning or defective (1.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  12. Pass64,003 miles (+4,165)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,003 miles
    Test number
    406423065781
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  13. Pass59,838 miles (+6,602)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    59,838 miles
    Test number
    717308236247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass53,236 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    53,236 miles
    Test number
    817663453863
    • 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)

Questions about S17 RYY

Does S17 RYY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 RYY is valid until 27 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S17 RYY?
The MOT on S17 RYY is valid until 27 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 RYY done?
S17 RYY was recorded at 124,330 miles at its MOT on 26 Nov 2025, an average of 8,012 miles a year.
Has S17 RYY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 RYY has failed 4 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on S17 RYY 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 S17 RYY find?
S17 RYY passed its latest MOT on 26 Nov 2025 with 3 advisories: central front oil leak, but not excessive; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides.

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