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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

S28 RLRMOT history

S28 RLR is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 5 Aug 2013. Its MOT is valid until 23 Sept 2027 and it has passed 12 of 16 MOT tests, with 188,191 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Sept 2026.

S28 RLR black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 23 Sept 2027
Mileage
188,191 mi
At MOT on 16 Sept 2026
MOT tests
16
12 passed · 4 failed
Per year
14,290 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 RLR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
5 Aug 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 RLR was last recorded at 188,191 miles on 16 Sept 2026, 8,264 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,927 miles · 24 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
8,264 miles
Average per year
14,290 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 188,191 miles
  • 2025 – 179,927 miles
  • 2024 – 169,681 miles
  • 2023 – 152,505 miles
  • 2022 – 135,822 miles
  • 2021 – 125,155 miles
  • 2020 – 106,615 miles
  • 2019 – 90,290 miles
  • 2018 – 79,965 miles
  • 2017 – 63,730 miles
  • 2016 – 49,760 miles
  • 2015 – 31,071 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass188,191 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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Steering lock not functioning

    Minor3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

16 tests since 18 Sept 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass188,191 miles (+8,264)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    188,191 miles
    Test number
    432374378368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass179,927 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    179,927 miles
    Test number
    370423058213
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  3. Fail179,927 miles (+10,246)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    179,927 miles
    Test number
    727384948244
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. Pass169,681 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    169,681 miles
    Test number
    437606026545
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Fail169,681 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,681 miles
    Test number
    805794149605
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail169,681 miles (+17,176)5 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    169,681 miles
    Test number
    159554453157
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass152,505 miles (+7)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    152,505 miles
    Test number
    357309228254
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  8. Fail152,498 miles (+16,676)2 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,498 miles
    Test number
    108555925561
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MinorSteering lock not functioning (7.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  9. Pass135,822 miles (+10,667)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    135,822 miles
    Test number
    699978276209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass125,155 miles (+18,540)
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    125,155 miles
    Test number
    114741243339

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass106,615 miles (+16,325)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    106,615 miles
    Test number
    371415611478

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass90,290 miles (+10,325)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    90,290 miles
    Test number
    435578306667
    • AdvisoryEngine/undertrays fitted
  13. Pass79,965 miles (+16,235)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    79,965 miles
    Test number
    396636797532

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass63,730 miles (+13,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    63,730 miles
    Test number
    762391814461
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
  15. Pass49,760 miles (+18,689)
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    49,760 miles
    Test number
    466016739044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass31,071 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    31,071 miles
    Test number
    541833306971

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 RLR

Does S28 RLR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 RLR is valid until 23 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 RLR?
The MOT on S28 RLR is valid until 23 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 RLR done?
S28 RLR was recorded at 188,191 miles at its MOT on 16 Sept 2026, an average of 14,290 miles a year.
Has S28 RLR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 RLR has failed 4 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S28 RLR 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 S28 RLR find?
S28 RLR passed its latest MOT on 16 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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