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BMW 3 Series

Black · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S5 EJYMOT history

S5 EJY is a black diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 1 Mar 2009. Its MOT is valid until 20 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 18 MOT tests, with 185,230 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 Jan 2026.

S5 EJY black 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 20 Jan 2027
Mileage
185,230 mi
At MOT on 19 Jan 2026
MOT tests
18
15 passed · 3 failed
Per year
9,692 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 EJY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
1 Mar 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 20 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 EJY was last recorded at 185,230 miles on 19 Jan 2026, 5,676 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
179,554 miles · 21 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,676 miles
Average per year
9,692 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 185,230 miles
  • 2025 – 179,554 miles
  • 2024 – 169,659 miles
  • 2023 – 148,870 miles
  • 2022 – 146,903 miles
  • 2021 – 141,830 miles
  • 2020 – 133,916 miles
  • 2018 – 125,453 miles
  • 2017 – 114,420 miles
  • 2016 – 103,369 miles
  • 2015 – 93,630 miles
  • 2014 – 84,555 miles
  • 2013 – 76,236 miles
  • 2012 – 67,871 miles
  • 2011 – 48,780 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass185,230 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.

  • Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

18 tests since 22 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass185,230 miles (+5,676)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    185,230 miles
    Test number
    998891659947

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass179,554 miles (+9,895)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    179,554 miles
    Test number
    427297236921

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass169,659 miles (+20,789)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    169,659 miles
    Test number
    993946579896

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass148,870 miles (+1,967)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    148,870 miles
    Test number
    960702842734

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass146,903 miles (+5,073)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    146,903 miles
    Test number
    508304983659

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass141,830 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,830 miles
    Test number
    756915561672

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail141,830 miles (+7,914)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,830 miles
    Test number
    706318092356
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass133,916 miles (+8,463)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    133,916 miles
    Test number
    925446828062
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  9. Pass125,453 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    125,453 miles
    Test number
    528125565371
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear seat belts not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted also tested in wet conditions

  10. Fail125,453 miles (+11,033)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,453 miles
    Test number
    836386431130
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted to rear seat belts not checked
    • AdvisoryEngine covers fitted
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted also tested in wet conditions

  11. Pass114,420 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    885578594818
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  12. Fail114,420 miles (+11,051)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,420 miles
    Test number
    955454952075
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  13. Pass103,369 miles (+9,739)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    103,369 miles
    Test number
    574160263693
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear nearside/offside shock covers/bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisoryEngine cover/under-trays fitted
    • AdvisoryExhaust front clamp cracked

  14. Pass93,630 miles (+9,075)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    93,630 miles
    Test number
    604252011759
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit nearside / offside worn badly on inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear nearside / offside tyres have cuts in tread but not exposing cords or ply
    • AdvisoryChild seats fitted
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

  15. Pass84,555 miles (+8,319)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    84,555 miles
    Test number
    615595344376
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass76,236 miles (+8,365)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    76,236 miles
    Test number
    687039233340
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass67,871 miles (+19,091)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    67,871 miles
    Test number
    296703652396
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  18. Pass48,780 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    48,780 miles
    Test number
    688466951322
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Questions about S5 EJY

Does S5 EJY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 EJY is valid until 20 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 EJY?
The MOT on S5 EJY is valid until 20 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 EJY done?
S5 EJY was recorded at 185,230 miles at its MOT on 19 Jan 2026, an average of 9,692 miles a year.
Has S5 EJY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 EJY has failed 3 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on S5 EJY 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 EJY find?
S5 EJY passed its latest MOT on 19 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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