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BMW 5 Series

White · Diesel · 2017 · 1,995 cc

S21 BGLMOT history

S21 BGL is a white diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 20 Jun 2017. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 11 MOT tests, with 82,613 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

S21 BGL white BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
82,613 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
11
9 passed · 2 failed
Per year
10,098 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S21 BGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
White
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2017
First used
20 Jun 2017
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S21 BGL was last recorded at 82,613 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 16,621 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
65,992 miles · 22 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
16,621 miles
Average per year
10,098 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 82,613 miles
  • 2025 – 65,992 miles
  • 2024 – 49,867 miles
  • 2023 – 39,474 miles
  • 2022 – 25,301 miles
  • 2021 – 21,294 miles
  • 2020 – 18,998 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass82,613 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split

    Major2 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

11 tests since 12 Jun 2020, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass82,613 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    82,613 miles
    Test number
    650558206724
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  2. Fail82,609 miles (+16,617)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,609 miles
    Test number
    447613650747
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin nearside and offside, inner pads (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, worn outer edges (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass65,992 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    448688048682

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail65,992 miles (+16,125)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,992 miles
    Test number
    691067179048
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative Sensor linkage missing (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Boot split (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
  5. Pass49,867 miles (+10,393)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    49,867 miles
    Test number
    487536817504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass39,474 miles (+14,173)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    39,474 miles
    Test number
    560355371564

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,301 miles (+415)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    25,301 miles
    Test number
    956353904842

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass24,886 miles (+3,592)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    24,886 miles
    Test number
    864818211421
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass21,294 miles (+2,296)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    21,294 miles
    Test number
    130366833346
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  10. Pass18,998 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    18,998 miles
    Test number
    700448006007
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
  11. PassMileage not read1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    524368893604
    • AdvisoryCOVID-19 6 MONTH EXTENSION

Questions about S21 BGL

Does S21 BGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S21 BGL is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S21 BGL?
The MOT on S21 BGL is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S21 BGL done?
S21 BGL was recorded at 82,613 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 10,098 miles a year.
Has S21 BGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S21 BGL has failed 2 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on S21 BGL 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 S21 BGL find?
S21 BGL passed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside, worn outer edges.

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