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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S33 YOWMOT history

S33 YOW is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 5 Apr 2012. Its MOT is valid until 29 Apr 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 154,218 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Apr 2026.

S33 YOW grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 29 Apr 2027
Mileage
154,218 mi
At MOT on 30 Apr 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,585 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S33 YOW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
5 Apr 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S33 YOW was last recorded at 154,218 miles on 30 Apr 2026, 6,983 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
147,235 miles · 29 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
6,983 miles
Average per year
7,585 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,218 miles
  • 2025 – 147,235 miles
  • 2024 – 141,479 miles
  • 2022 – 130,146 miles
  • 2021 – 121,769 miles
  • 2020 – 112,706 miles
  • 2019 – 106,206 miles
  • 2018 – 101,666 miles
  • 2017 – 95,050 miles
  • 2016 – 85,508 miles
  • 2015 – 70,154 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,218 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

13 tests since 31 Mar 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,218 miles2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    154,218 miles
    Test number
    291230977314
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail154,218 miles (+6,983)1 repaired2 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,218 miles
    Test number
    105574544476
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass147,235 miles (+5,756)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    147,235 miles
    Test number
    118035770336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,479 miles (+11,333)
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    141,479 miles
    Test number
    665953346494

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass130,146 miles (+8,377)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    130,146 miles
    Test number
    289205562089
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass121,769 miles (+9,063)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    121,769 miles
    Test number
    293352018832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass112,706 miles (+6,500)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    112,706 miles
    Test number
    280192208563

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass106,206 miles (+4,540)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,206 miles
    Test number
    671416392995

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass101,666 miles (+6,616)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    101,666 miles
    Test number
    341721703734
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted obscuring some components and under tray fitted

  10. Pass95,050 miles (+9,542)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,050 miles
    Test number
    626572146690
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted engine cover fitted obscuring some off under side components on vehicle

  11. Pass85,508 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    873739816624

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail85,508 miles (+15,354)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,508 miles
    Test number
    246409419265
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  13. Pass70,154 miles5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    70,154 miles
    Test number
    347680195034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Questions about S33 YOW

Does S33 YOW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S33 YOW is valid until 29 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S33 YOW?
The MOT on S33 YOW is valid until 29 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S33 YOW done?
S33 YOW was recorded at 154,218 miles at its MOT on 30 Apr 2026, an average of 7,585 miles a year.
Has S33 YOW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S33 YOW has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on S33 YOW 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 S33 YOW find?
S33 YOW passed its latest MOT on 30 Apr 2026 with 2 minor defects and 3 advisories: front windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip; nearside front windscreen wiper blade defective; front oil leak, but not excessive, and 2 more.

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