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BMW 518

Black · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

S31 REFMOT history

S31 REF is a black diesel BMW 518 first used on 22 Nov 2016. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jun 2027 and it has passed 8 of 8 MOT tests, with 57,938 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Jun 2026.

S31 REF black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 22 Jun 2027
Mileage
57,938 mi
At MOT on 3 Jun 2026
MOT tests
8
8 passed · 0 failed
Per year
5,870 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S31 REF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
518
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
22 Nov 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S31 REF was last recorded at 57,938 miles on 3 Jun 2026, 5,168 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
52,770 miles · 5 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
5,168 miles
Average per year
5,870 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 57,938 miles
  • 2025 – 52,770 miles
  • 2024 – 46,419 miles
  • 2023 – 39,281 miles
  • 2022 – 32,728 miles
  • 2021 – 26,316 miles
  • 2020 – 25,333 miles
  • 2019 – 19,128 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass57,938 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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 Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 23 Oct 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass57,938 miles (+5,168)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    57,938 miles
    Test number
    444818494790
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

  2. Pass52,770 miles (+6,351)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    52,770 miles
    Test number
    715697197493
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass46,419 miles (+7,138)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    46,419 miles
    Test number
    186889037653

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass39,281 miles (+6,553)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    39,281 miles
    Test number
    938956483906
    • 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))

  5. Pass32,728 miles (+6,412)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    32,728 miles
    Test number
    118565294335
    • 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. Pass26,316 miles (+983)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    26,316 miles
    Test number
    957931510893

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass25,333 miles (+6,205)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    25,333 miles
    Test number
    146980495543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass19,128 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    19,128 miles
    Test number
    986708484550

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S31 REF

Does S31 REF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S31 REF is valid until 22 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on S31 REF?
The MOT on S31 REF is valid until 22 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S31 REF done?
S31 REF was recorded at 57,938 miles at its MOT on 3 Jun 2026, an average of 5,870 miles a year.
Has S31 REF ever failed its MOT?
No. S31 REF has passed all 8 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on S31 REF 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 S31 REF find?
S31 REF passed its latest MOT on 3 Jun 2026 with 3 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; rear registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off.

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