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BMW 5 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2004 · 2,993 cc

S27 JRJMOT history

S27 JRJ is a blue diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 29 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 11 Nov 2026 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,819 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Nov 2025.

S27 JRJ blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 11 Nov 2026
Mileage
154,819 mi
At MOT on 5 Nov 2025
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
7,081 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S27 JRJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 11 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
5 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S27 JRJ was last recorded at 154,819 miles on 5 Nov 2025, 12,286 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,533 miles · 12 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
12,286 miles
Average per year
7,081 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 154,819 miles
  • 2024 – 142,533 miles
  • 2023 – 141,916 miles
  • 2022 – 131,685 miles
  • 2021 – 124,251 miles
  • 2020 – 106,021 miles
  • 2019 – 100,158 miles
  • 2018 – 91,160 miles
  • 2017 – 80,203 miles
  • 2016 – 69,910 miles
  • 2015 – 58,924 miles
  • 2013 – 57,087 miles
  • 2012 – 55,056 miles
  • 2011 – 53,322 miles
  • 2010 – 47,297 miles
  • 2009 – 40,291 miles
  • 2008 – 30,031 miles
  • 2007 – 21,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,819 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2022
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 10 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryCovers fittedRecorded at 11 MOTs since 2017
  • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

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.

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 23 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,819 miles4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    154,819 miles
    Test number
    394371686182
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  2. Fail154,819 miles (+12,286)2 repaired4 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,819 miles
    Test number
    477849890181
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust heatshield insecure

  3. Pass142,533 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    142,533 miles
    Test number
    663027311283
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted,exhaust heatshield insecure

  4. Fail142,533 miles (+617)5 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,533 miles
    Test number
    860118894388
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted,exhaust heatshield insecure

  5. Pass141,916 miles3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    141,916 miles
    Test number
    970767111757
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  6. Fail141,916 miles (+10,231)2 repaired3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,916 miles
    Test number
    487090755915
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  7. Pass131,685 miles2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    131,685 miles
    Test number
    200619474571
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  8. Fail131,685 miles (+7,434)6 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,685 miles
    Test number
    482931984390
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear of (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  9. Pass124,251 miles (+18,230)2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    124,251 miles
    Test number
    234302352510
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component pin or bush slightly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  10. Pass106,021 miles (+5,863)3 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    106,021 miles
    Test number
    249069990983
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened rusty (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryService brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  11. Pass100,158 miles (+4)3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    100,158 miles
    Test number
    654569616147
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  12. Fail100,154 miles (+8,994)1 major3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,154 miles
    Test number
    237193831955
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  13. Pass91,160 miles (+899)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    91,160 miles
    Test number
    836191052751
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  14. Fail90,261 miles (+10,058)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,261 miles
    Test number
    328935959524
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  15. Pass80,203 miles (+10,293)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    80,203 miles
    Test number
    535081270401
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted

  16. Pass69,910 miles (+10,986)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    69,910 miles
    Test number
    998580291333
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass58,924 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    58,924 miles
    Test number
    768457845040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail58,880 miles (+1,793)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,880 miles
    Test number
    767434235003
    • FailureNearside Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass57,087 miles (+2,031)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    57,087 miles
    Test number
    489390133435
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  20. Pass55,056 miles (+1,734)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    55,056 miles
    Test number
    446107022396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass53,322 miles (+6,025)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    53,322 miles
    Test number
    437046621360
    • NoteNear side rear lower trunion bush has slight play

  22. Pass47,297 miles (+7,006)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    47,297 miles
    Test number
    453160340431

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass40,291 miles (+10,260)1 note
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    40,291 miles
    Test number
    610306559315
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  24. Pass30,031 miles (+1,012)7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    30,031 miles
    Test number
    550141738352
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSpare wheel missing

  25. Pass29,019 miles (+7,221)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,019 miles
    Test number
    784518118056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,798 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    21,798 miles
    Test number
    130543527059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S27 JRJ

Does S27 JRJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S27 JRJ is valid until 11 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on S27 JRJ?
The MOT on S27 JRJ is valid until 11 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S27 JRJ done?
S27 JRJ was recorded at 154,819 miles at its MOT on 5 Nov 2025, an average of 7,081 miles a year.
Has S27 JRJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S27 JRJ has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on S27 JRJ 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 S27 JRJ find?
S27 JRJ passed its latest MOT on 5 Nov 2025 with 4 minor defects and 5 advisories: nearside front position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning; nearside headlamp lens slightly defective; offside headlamp lens slightly defective, and 6 more.

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