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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2008 · 2,494 cc

S3 BVPMOT history

S3 BVP is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 3 Mar 2008. Its MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 141,617 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Mar 2025.

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MOT
Expired
On 10 Mar 2026
Mileage
141,617 mi
At MOT on 11 Mar 2025
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,972 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 BVP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
3 Mar 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Mar 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 BVP was last recorded at 141,617 miles on 11 Mar 2025, 8,834 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jan 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
132,783 miles · 18 Jan 2024
Between the last two tests
8,834 miles
Average per year
7,972 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 141,617 miles
  • 2024 – 132,783 miles
  • 2023 – 122,834 miles
  • 2022 – 119,108 miles
  • 2021 – 115,936 miles
  • 2020 – 112,665 miles
  • 2019 – 108,063 miles
  • 2018 – 100,096 miles
  • 2017 – 94,692 miles
  • 2016 – 84,029 miles
  • 2015 – 71,898 miles
  • 2014 – 61,398 miles
  • 2013 – 49,655 miles
  • 2012 – 38,583 miles
  • 2011 – 29,016 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass141,617 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.

  • Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass141,617 miles (+8,834)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    141,617 miles
    Test number
    859487174306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass132,783 miles (+9,949)2 minor
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    132,783 miles
    Test number
    487022422861
    • MinorOffside Headlamp reflector slightly defective Head lamp output slightly reduced (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  3. Pass122,834 miles (+3,726)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    122,834 miles
    Test number
    720209475462
    • MinorRear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Rear both sides (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass119,108 miles (+3,172)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    119,108 miles
    Test number
    774345748526

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass115,936 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    115,936 miles
    Test number
    870528855158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,932 miles (+3,267)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,932 miles
    Test number
    662863806047
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear outer cv joint leaking grease
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear outer cv joint leaking grease

  7. Pass112,665 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    112,665 miles
    Test number
    830204776171

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail112,665 miles (+4,602)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,665 miles
    Test number
    171191704742
    • MajorFront Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

  9. Pass108,063 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    937039410086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail108,063 miles (+7,967)1 dangerous2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,063 miles
    Test number
    553258134402
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

  11. Pass100,096 miles (+5,404)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    100,096 miles
    Test number
    477876767719

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass94,692 miles (+10,663)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    94,692 miles
    Test number
    741373747216
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and under tray fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre worn

  13. Pass84,029 miles (+12,131)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    84,029 miles
    Test number
    103357060445

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass71,898 miles (+10,500)
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    71,898 miles
    Test number
    189885885482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass61,398 miles (+11,743)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,398 miles
    Test number
    478437894024
    • NoteFull engine & underbody covers fitted.

  16. Pass49,655 miles (+11,072)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    49,655 miles
    Test number
    947751623037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass38,583 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    38,583 miles
    Test number
    259243722020
    • NoteSlight oil leak around the transmission area.

  18. Fail38,583 miles (+9,567)1 dangerous1 failure1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,583 miles
    Test number
    979323322057
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror missing (8.1.1)
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteSlight oil leak around the transmission area.

  19. Pass29,016 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    29,016 miles
    Test number
    976115221022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 BVP

Does S3 BVP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S3 BVP expired on 10 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S3 BVP?
The MOT on S3 BVP expired on 10 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S3 BVP done?
S3 BVP was recorded at 141,617 miles at its MOT on 11 Mar 2025, an average of 7,972 miles a year.
Has S3 BVP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 BVP has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S3 BVP 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 S3 BVP find?
S3 BVP passed its latest MOT on 11 Mar 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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