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BMW 525

Black · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S28 TTAMOT history

S28 TTA is a black diesel BMW 525 first used on 19 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 287,171 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

S28 TTA black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
287,171 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
13,723 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 TTA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
19 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 TTA was last recorded at 287,171 miles on 25 Sept 2026, 3,266 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
283,905 miles · 2 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
3,266 miles
Average per year
13,723 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 287,171 miles
  • 2024 – 283,905 miles
  • 2023 – 277,129 miles
  • 2022 – 267,129 miles
  • 2020 – 256,609 miles
  • 2019 – 243,850 miles
  • 2018 – 232,979 miles
  • 2017 – 202,502 miles
  • 2016 – 184,841 miles
  • 2015 – 158,925 miles
  • 2014 – 132,571 miles
  • 2013 – 109,078 miles
  • 2012 – 87,172 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass287,171 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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 Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

17 tests since 28 Feb 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass287,171 miles (+3,266)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    287,171 miles
    Test number
    632587272424
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass283,905 miles (+6,776)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    283,905 miles
    Test number
    966108164526
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front D bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass277,129 miles1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2024
    Odometer
    277,129 miles
    Test number
    256753566526
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail277,129 miles (+10,000)2 repaired1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    277,129 miles
    Test number
    457171535743
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front on legal limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass267,129 miles (+10,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    267,129 miles
    Test number
    608369859196
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear ON legal limit (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass256,609 miles (+12,759)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    256,609 miles
    Test number
    382328313715

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass243,850 miles (+10,871)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    243,850 miles
    Test number
    335922560919
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass232,979 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    232,979 miles
    Test number
    950707225430

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail232,979 miles (+30,477)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    232,979 miles
    Test number
    330044012474
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

  10. Pass202,502 miles (+17,661)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    202,502 miles
    Test number
    817875298904

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass184,841 miles (+25,916)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    184,841 miles
    Test number
    740819706752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass158,925 miles (+35)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    158,925 miles
    Test number
    709777355019
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Fail158,890 miles (+26,319)2 failures1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,890 miles
    Test number
    825565855030
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Pass132,571 miles (+23,493)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    132,571 miles
    Test number
    709310454009
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  15. Pass109,078 miles (+247)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    109,078 miles
    Test number
    827598853074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail108,831 miles (+21,659)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,831 miles
    Test number
    717924553021
    • DangerousNearside 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)

  17. Pass87,172 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    87,172 miles
    Test number
    598179952078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S28 TTA

Does S28 TTA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 TTA is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 TTA?
The MOT on S28 TTA is valid until 24 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 TTA done?
S28 TTA was recorded at 287,171 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 13,723 miles a year.
Has S28 TTA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 TTA has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 8 May 2023.
Has the mileage on S28 TTA 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 TTA find?
S28 TTA passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside front lower suspension arm ball joint has slight play both; offside track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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