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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Diesel · 2013 · 1,995 cc

S5 JSMMOT history

S5 JSM is a blue diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Mar 2013. Its MOT is valid until 13 Mar 2027 and it has passed 11 of 16 MOT tests, with 129,845 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Mar 2026.

S5 JSM 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 13 Mar 2027
Mileage
129,845 mi
At MOT on 9 Mar 2026
MOT tests
16
11 passed · 5 failed
Per year
9,835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 JSM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Mar 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 JSM was last recorded at 129,845 miles on 9 Mar 2026, 11,295 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,550 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
11,295 miles
Average per year
9,835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 129,845 miles
  • 2025 – 118,550 miles
  • 2023 – 105,814 miles
  • 2022 – 98,721 miles
  • 2021 – 86,682 miles
  • 2020 – 77,466 miles
  • 2019 – 63,470 miles
  • 2018 – 51,596 miles
  • 2017 – 41,081 miles
  • 2016 – 31,621 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass129,845 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Covers fitted under vehicle obscuring full view of componants

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Plastic covers obscuring view of outer sill panels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

16 tests since 26 Feb 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass129,845 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    129,845 miles
    Test number
    475898376159

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail129,845 miles (+11,295)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    129,845 miles
    Test number
    571527028689
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  3. Pass118,550 miles (+12,736)
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    118,550 miles
    Test number
    843845340797

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass105,814 miles (+3,147)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,814 miles
    Test number
    756759879113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass102,667 miles (+3,946)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    102,667 miles
    Test number
    580891434419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,721 miles (+12,039)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    98,721 miles
    Test number
    518555560150

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass86,682 miles (+9,216)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    86,682 miles
    Test number
    127193953785
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs showing signs of wear
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass77,466 miles (+13,996)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    77,466 miles
    Test number
    474014535045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass63,470 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    63,470 miles
    Test number
    134496040049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail63,467 miles (+11,871)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,467 miles
    Test number
    624527202220
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass51,596 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    222199557530
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle obscuring full view of componants
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers obscuring view of outer sill panels

  12. Fail51,596 miles (+10,515)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,596 miles
    Test number
    758915431982
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted under vehicle obscuring full view of componants
    • AdvisoryPlastic covers obscuring view of outer sill panels

  13. Pass41,081 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    41,081 miles
    Test number
    885492999720

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail41,081 miles (+9,460)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,081 miles
    Test number
    948554092217
    • DangerousBrake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  15. Pass31,621 miles (+433)
    MOT expiry
    17 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    31,621 miles
    Test number
    447243275929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail31,188 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,188 miles
    Test number
    780277929227
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Questions about S5 JSM

Does S5 JSM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 JSM is valid until 13 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 JSM?
The MOT on S5 JSM is valid until 13 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 JSM done?
S5 JSM was recorded at 129,845 miles at its MOT on 9 Mar 2026, an average of 9,835 miles a year.
Has S5 JSM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 JSM has failed 5 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 JSM 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 JSM find?
S5 JSM passed its latest MOT on 9 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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