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BMW 525

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 2,494 cc

S44 GRWMOT history

S44 GRW is a black petrol BMW 525 first used on 29 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026 and it has passed 22 of 29 MOT tests, with 110,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Oct 2025.

S44 GRW black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 21 Oct 2026
Mileage
110,474 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2025
MOT tests
29
22 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,423 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S44 GRW
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
525
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
29 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

S44 GRW was last recorded at 110,474 miles on 15 Oct 2025, 11,673 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
98,801 miles · 22 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
11,673 miles
Average per year
4,423 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 110,474 miles
  • 2024 – 98,801 miles
  • 2023 – 84,272 miles
  • 2022 – 83,269 miles
  • 2021 – 81,381 miles
  • 2020 – 78,553 miles
  • 2019 – 76,328 miles
  • 2018 – 71,516 miles
  • 2017 – 68,070 miles
  • 2016 – 62,679 miles
  • 2015 – 57,656 miles
  • 2014 – 54,007 miles
  • 2013 – 50,567 miles
  • 2012 – 46,961 miles
  • 2011 – 40,790 miles
  • 2010 – 34,966 miles
  • 2009 – 32,781 miles
  • 2008 – 30,046 miles
  • 2007 – 26,281 miles
  • 2006 – 23,231 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass110,474 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear at 2,mm tyre

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Headlamp lens slightly defective Both

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024

  • Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Nearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise rear tyre inner shoulder wear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Advise both rear brake discs inner face near fail

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

29 tests since 24 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass110,474 miles (+11,673)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    110,474 miles
    Test number
    277425538609
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear at 2,mm tyre

  2. Pass98,801 miles (+3)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    98,801 miles
    Test number
    616432199366
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail98,798 miles (+14,526)1 dangerous2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,798 miles
    Test number
    478741034530
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 225/55/16 95V (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated BOTH (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass84,272 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    84,272 miles
    Test number
    596878390377
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail84,270 miles (+1,001)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,270 miles
    Test number
    131100239479
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster not working (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass83,269 miles (+2)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    83,269 miles
    Test number
    332038695612
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Advise both rear upper control arm ball joint dust covers near fail (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise rear tyre inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Advise both rear brake discs inner face near fail (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Advise both rear flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail83,267 miles (+1,886)3 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,267 miles
    Test number
    179571460606
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension rod ball joint excessively worn control arm front ball joint to hub (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorRear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Advise both rear upper control arm ball joint dust covers near fail (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Advise rear tyre inner shoulder wear (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Advise both rear brake discs inner face near fail (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Advise both rear flexi hoses (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass81,381 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    240512104030
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement de-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Fail81,381 miles (+2,828)1 dangerous1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,381 miles
    Test number
    832989309007
    • DangerousNearside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view passenger side (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement de-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear sidewalls perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Pass78,553 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    78,553 miles
    Test number
    360724325431
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail78,553 miles (+2,225)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,553 miles
    Test number
    876463494982
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass76,328 miles (+4,812)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,328 miles
    Test number
    192381605401
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Full Undertrays fitted
    • 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))

  13. Pass71,516 miles (+3,446)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    71,516 miles
    Test number
    733471598995
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Undertrays fitted

  14. Pass68,070 miles (+5,391)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    68,070 miles
    Test number
    347062692458
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and Under trays fitted

  15. Pass62,679 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    62,679 miles
    Test number
    380784875325
    • AdvisoryParking brake only just met efficiency requirements

  16. Fail62,679 miles (+5,023)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,679 miles
    Test number
    238594241943
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  17. Pass57,656 miles (+3,649)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    57,656 miles
    Test number
    583019953669
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  18. Fail54,007 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,007 miles
    Test number
    597594394214
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass54,007 miles (+3,440)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    54,007 miles
    Test number
    615064294214
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass50,567 miles (+3,606)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    50,567 miles
    Test number
    269848583290
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass46,961 miles (+6,171)
    MOT expiry
    17 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    46,961 miles
    Test number
    595212792240

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass40,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,790 miles
    Test number
    175797981240
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  23. Pass40,790 miles (+4,182)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    40,790 miles
    Test number
    385157081282
    • NoteBoth front tyres wearing on edges

  24. Pass36,608 miles (+1,642)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    36,608 miles
    Test number
    957475001055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,966 miles (+2,185)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    34,966 miles
    Test number
    211720620072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass32,781 miles (+2,735)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    32,781 miles
    Test number
    900023519070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,046 miles (+3,765)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,046 miles
    Test number
    480370718046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass26,281 miles (+3,050)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,281 miles
    Test number
    593215127052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass23,231 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    23,231 miles
    Test number
    562434526016

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S44 GRW

Does S44 GRW currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S44 GRW expired on 21 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S44 GRW?
The MOT on S44 GRW expired on 21 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S44 GRW done?
S44 GRW was recorded at 110,474 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2025, an average of 4,423 miles a year.
Has S44 GRW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S44 GRW has failed 7 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Oct 2024.
Has the mileage on S44 GRW 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 S44 GRW find?
S44 GRW passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2025 with 1 advisory: offside rear at 2,mm tyre.

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