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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S28 UDEMOT history

S28 UDE is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 28 Mar 2008. Its MOT is valid until 20 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 160,181 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 21 Aug 2026.

S28 UDE silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 20 Aug 2027
Mileage
160,181 mi
At MOT on 21 Aug 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
9,136 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S28 UDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
28 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
21 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S28 UDE was last recorded at 160,181 miles on 21 Aug 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,178 miles · 10 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
9,136 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 160,181 miles
  • 2025 – 144,370 miles
  • 2024 – 126,152 miles
  • 2023 – 112,604 miles
  • 2022 – 100,988 miles
  • 2021 – 94,040 miles
  • 2020 – 87,575 miles
  • 2019 – 78,259 miles
  • 2018 – 69,969 miles
  • 2017 – 61,304 miles
  • 2016 – 52,233 miles
  • 2015 – 45,021 miles
  • 2014 – 36,965 miles
  • 2013 – 32,454 miles
  • 2012 – 24,161 miles
  • 2011 – 19,431 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass160,181 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

  • Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A

    Minor4 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated

    Minor3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive slight

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

Full MOT history

24 tests since 26 Mar 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass160,181 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    160,181 miles
    Test number
    222780314191
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  2. Fail160,178 miles (+15,808)1 dangerous4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,178 miles
    Test number
    812391074203
    • DangerousOffside Brake hose damaged and likely to fail As marked (1.1.12 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  3. Pass144,370 miles (+358)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    144,370 miles
    Test number
    559582272108
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Fail144,012 miles (+17,860)4 dangerous1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,012 miles
    Test number
    246930558035
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached front arm ball joint insecure (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2.9mm and worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  5. Pass126,152 miles (+35)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,152 miles
    Test number
    703212000584
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Fail126,117 miles (+13,513)4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,117 miles
    Test number
    622874495144
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn forward arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view zone A (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive slight (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  7. Pass112,604 miles (+13)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    112,604 miles
    Test number
    547706974991
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexible brake hose rubbing suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
  8. Fail112,591 miles (+11,603)2 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,591 miles
    Test number
    706725691012
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Electrical wiring inadequately secured (4.11 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Flexible brake hose rubbing suspension
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  9. Pass100,988 miles (+6,948)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    100,988 miles
    Test number
    478979408327
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
  10. Pass94,040 miles (+98)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    94,040 miles
    Test number
    308922658999
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  11. Fail93,942 miles (+6,367)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,942 miles
    Test number
    175854045656
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured both sides (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
  12. Pass87,575 miles (+9,316)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    87,575 miles
    Test number
    816921090048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front headlamp position light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring under body components
  13. Pass78,259 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    78,259 miles
    Test number
    142049652623
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very thin/bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn very bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  14. Fail78,259 miles (+8,290)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,259 miles
    Test number
    380813115763
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge very thin/bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both worn very bald inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
  15. Pass69,969 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    69,969 miles
    Test number
    797982748924

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail69,969 miles (+8,665)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,969 miles
    Test number
    370926538786
    • FailureNearside Rear Wheel bolt(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)
  17. Pass61,304 miles (+9,071)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    61,304 miles
    Test number
    592360384569
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside 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)
  18. Pass52,233 miles (+7,212)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,233 miles
    Test number
    925347323150
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre punctured
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
  19. Pass45,021 miles (+8,056)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    45,021 miles
    Test number
    839821525168

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,965 miles (+4,511)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    36,965 miles
    Test number
    636958674042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,454 miles (+8,293)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    32,454 miles
    Test number
    846336463180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,161 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    24,161 miles
    Test number
    416832082042
    • NoteNsf tyre has sidewall damage (no cords)
  23. Fail24,161 miles (+4,730)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,161 miles
    Test number
    999542082059
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteNsf tyre has sidewall damage (no cords)
  24. Pass19,431 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    19,431 miles
    Test number
    128795381008
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Questions about S28 UDE

Does S28 UDE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S28 UDE is valid until 20 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S28 UDE?
The MOT on S28 UDE is valid until 20 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S28 UDE done?
S28 UDE was recorded at 160,181 miles at its MOT on 21 Aug 2026, an average of 9,136 miles a year.
Has S28 UDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S28 UDE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on S28 UDE 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 UDE find?
S28 UDE passed its latest MOT on 21 Aug 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated; offside front service brake fluctuating, but not excessively; offside rear brake hose slightly deteriorated, and 1 more.

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