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BMW 530

Black · Petrol · 2006 · 2,996 cc

S25 GCTMOT history

S25 GCT is a black petrol BMW 530 first used on 28 Sept 2006. Its MOT is valid until 9 Dec 2026 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 226,782 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

S25 GCT black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Dec 2026
Mileage
226,782 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
11,128 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S25 GCT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
530
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,996 cc
Year of manufacture
2006
First used
28 Sept 2006
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S25 GCT was last recorded at 226,782 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 5,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
220,977 miles · 18 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
5,805 miles
Average per year
11,128 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 226,782 miles
  • 2024 – 220,977 miles
  • 2023 – 212,419 miles
  • 2022 – 200,858 miles
  • 2021 – 188,992 miles
  • 2020 – 185,193 miles
  • 2019 – 178,874 miles
  • 2018 – 164,397 miles
  • 2017 – 152,930 miles
  • 2016 – 144,385 miles
  • 2015 – 133,829 miles
  • 2014 – 124,209 miles
  • 2013 – 110,668 miles
  • 2012 – 89,360 miles
  • 2011 – 71,198 miles
  • 2010 – 59,722 miles
  • 2009 – 48,253 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass226,782 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 Front jacking block missing

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Engine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Brake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

20 tests since 24 Nov 2009, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass226,782 miles (+5,805)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    226,782 miles
    Test number
    989293128238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass220,977 miles (+8,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    220,977 miles
    Test number
    532270692530
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass212,419 miles (+11,561)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    212,419 miles
    Test number
    216606041095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass200,858 miles (+11,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    200,858 miles
    Test number
    497602692784
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass188,992 miles (+3,799)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    188,992 miles
    Test number
    447124496012
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass185,193 miles (+6,319)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    185,193 miles
    Test number
    454870471862
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryTyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords All four have various cuts & stones within the treads (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  7. Pass178,874 miles (+14,477)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    178,874 miles
    Test number
    270258659921
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing

  8. Pass164,397 miles (+11,467)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    164,397 miles
    Test number
    991036793054
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing

  9. Pass152,930 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    152,930 miles
    Test number
    504662850983
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing

  10. Fail152,929 miles (+8,544)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,929 miles
    Test number
    298870912147
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed inner shoulder heavily worn (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe excessively corroded near above axle/driveshaft (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front jacking block missing

  11. Pass144,385 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    144,385 miles
    Test number
    720776037085
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre wearing on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail144,385 miles (+10,556)1 dangerous1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,385 miles
    Test number
    449026924639
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded front to offside rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside 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)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryNearside front, nearside and offside rear tyres wearing on inner shoulder
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass133,829 miles (+9,620)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    133,829 miles
    Test number
    937480740242
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some engine bay components
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  14. Pass124,209 miles (+13,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    124,209 miles
    Test number
    235456724323
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

  15. Pass110,668 miles (+21,308)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    110,668 miles
    Test number
    217081613395
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering rack gaiter deteriorated (2.2.D.2d)

  16. Pass89,360 miles (+18,162)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    89,360 miles
    Test number
    669708412371
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass71,198 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    71,198 miles
    Test number
    509406921338
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  18. Fail71,198 miles (+11,476)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,198 miles
    Test number
    836726421395
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on inner edge

  19. Pass59,722 miles (+11,469)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    59,722 miles
    Test number
    410095900417

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass48,253 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    48,253 miles
    Test number
    754398729354

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S25 GCT

Does S25 GCT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S25 GCT is valid until 9 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on S25 GCT?
The MOT on S25 GCT is valid until 9 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S25 GCT done?
S25 GCT was recorded at 226,782 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 11,128 miles a year.
Has S25 GCT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S25 GCT has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on S25 GCT 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 S25 GCT find?
S25 GCT passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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