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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 2,993 cc

S5 EBUMOT history

S5 EBU is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 20 Dec 2013. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jul 2027 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 100,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jun 2026.

S5 EBU blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jul 2027
Mileage
100,326 mi
At MOT on 8 Jun 2026
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
7,378 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 EBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
20 Dec 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 EBU was last recorded at 100,326 miles on 8 Jun 2026, 6,609 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,717 miles · 26 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,609 miles
Average per year
7,378 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 100,326 miles
  • 2025 – 93,717 miles
  • 2024 – 85,951 miles
  • 2023 – 76,797 miles
  • 2022 – 68,025 miles
  • 2021 – 58,264 miles
  • 2020 – 52,150 miles
  • 2018 – 45,757 miles
  • 2017 – 38,936 miles
  • 2016 – 30,196 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass100,326 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

13 tests since 5 Dec 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass100,326 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    471319694301
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail100,326 miles (+6,609)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,326 miles
    Test number
    449938875047
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass93,717 miles (+1)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    93,717 miles
    Test number
    696480778559
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail93,716 miles (+7,765)2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,716 miles
    Test number
    452837006052
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Steering linkage ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass85,951 miles (+9,154)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    85,951 miles
    Test number
    875652442146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass76,797 miles (+8,772)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    76,797 miles
    Test number
    153211613652

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass68,025 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    823433627130

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail68,025 miles (+9,761)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,025 miles
    Test number
    732561422156
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass58,264 miles (+6,114)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    58,264 miles
    Test number
    531300723655
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre 2 nails
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass52,150 miles (+6,393)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    52,150 miles
    Test number
    229597377302

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass45,757 miles (+6,821)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    45,757 miles
    Test number
    949791537268
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass38,936 miles (+8,740)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    38,936 miles
    Test number
    740165986590
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryEngine cover / undertray

  13. Pass30,196 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    30,196 miles
    Test number
    584215974492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 EBU

Does S5 EBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 EBU is valid until 4 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 EBU?
The MOT on S5 EBU is valid until 4 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 EBU done?
S5 EBU was recorded at 100,326 miles at its MOT on 8 Jun 2026, an average of 7,378 miles a year.
Has S5 EBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 EBU has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Jun 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 EBU 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 S5 EBU find?
S5 EBU passed its latest MOT on 8 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm.

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