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BMW 525

Silver · Diesel · 2008 · 2,497 cc

S3 PXDMOT history

S3 PXD is a silver diesel BMW 525 first used on 29 Sept 2008. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 24 MOT tests, with 124,804 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
124,804 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
24
17 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,158 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S3 PXD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
29 Sept 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S3 PXD was last recorded at 124,804 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 4,631 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
120,173 miles · 11 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
4,631 miles
Average per year
6,158 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 124,804 miles
  • 2025 – 120,173 miles
  • 2024 – 113,451 miles
  • 2023 – 108,233 miles
  • 2022 – 100,099 miles
  • 2021 – 87,195 miles
  • 2020 – 76,135 miles
  • 2019 – 62,415 miles
  • 2018 – 59,233 miles
  • 2017 – 56,912 miles
  • 2016 – 54,179 miles
  • 2015 – 51,230 miles
  • 2014 – 49,145 miles
  • 2013 – 43,269 miles
  • 2012 – 36,416 miles
  • 2011 – 30,187 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass124,804 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Both rear air suspension bags perished.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

24 tests since 27 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass124,804 miles (+4,631)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    124,804 miles
    Test number
    642529890430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  2. Pass120,173 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    120,173 miles
    Test number
    616812202633
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail120,170 miles (+6,719)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,170 miles
    Test number
    521050421080
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Pass113,451 miles (+5,218)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    113,451 miles
    Test number
    426303065603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass108,233 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    108,233 miles
    Test number
    571184475466
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail108,233 miles (+8,134)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,233 miles
    Test number
    384857824418
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass100,099 miles (+12,904)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    100,099 miles
    Test number
    380644071601
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess slightly cracked perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension bellows damaged but not to excess slightly cracked /perished (5.3.5 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCovers obscuring some components

  8. Pass87,195 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    218371111210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail87,195 miles (+11,060)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,195 miles
    Test number
    872638393168
    • DangerousRear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 275 30 zr19 (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass76,135 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    260337503360
    • AdvisoryBoth rear air suspension bags perished.

  11. Fail76,135 miles (+13,720)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,135 miles
    Test number
    370663520602
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear air suspension bags perished.

  12. Pass62,415 miles (+624)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    62,415 miles
    Test number
    799481461148

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass61,791 miles (+2,558)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    61,791 miles
    Test number
    668545224778
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  14. Pass59,233 miles (+2,321)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    59,233 miles
    Test number
    245551227320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass56,912 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    56,912 miles
    Test number
    316799117572
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail56,912 miles (+2,733)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,912 miles
    Test number
    166237888100
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass54,179 miles (+2,949)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    54,179 miles
    Test number
    696450344342
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin look worn advise brake check (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre wearing on inner edge soon be throw to cords

  18. Fail51,230 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,230 miles
    Test number
    525841505199
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Additional braking device has inadequate clearance between other components (3.6.I.2)

  19. Pass51,230 miles (+2,085)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    51,230 miles
    Test number
    978101005115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass49,145 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    49,145 miles
    Test number
    936634704145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail49,144 miles (+5,875)1 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,144 miles
    Test number
    947944304187
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  22. Pass43,269 miles (+6,853)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,269 miles
    Test number
    595475403141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass36,416 miles (+6,229)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    36,416 miles
    Test number
    776523802121
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll tyres low on tread and cut in sidewall on nearside front tyre

  24. Pass30,187 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    30,187 miles
    Test number
    366637311134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S3 PXD

Does S3 PXD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S3 PXD is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on S3 PXD?
The MOT on S3 PXD is valid until 25 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S3 PXD done?
S3 PXD was recorded at 124,804 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 6,158 miles a year.
Has S3 PXD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S3 PXD has failed 7 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on S3 PXD 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 PXD find?
S3 PXD passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: offside front outer tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords.

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