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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

S5 KTSMOT history

S5 KTS is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 16 Apr 2002. Its MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026 and it has passed 14 of 26 MOT tests, with 104,005 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Sept 2026.

S5 KTS blue BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 3 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 12 Sept 2026
Mileage
104,005 mi
At MOT on 22 Sept 2026
MOT tests
26
14 passed · 12 failed
Per year
3,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 KTS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
16 Apr 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Sept 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

S5 KTS was last recorded at 104,005 miles on 22 Sept 2026, 9,967 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Sept 2025.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 24 Feb 2020: 68,266 miles, lower than 174,841 miles on 5 Oct 2018.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
94,038 miles · 13 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
9,967 miles
Average per year
3,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 104,005 miles
  • 2025 – 94,038 miles
  • 2024 – 84,902 miles
  • 2023 – 78,121 miles
  • 2022 – 70,771 miles
  • 2020 – 68,268 miles
  • 2018 – 174,841 miles
  • 2016 – 67,867 miles
  • 2015 – 65,870 miles
  • 2014 – 61,762 miles
  • 2013 – 54,868 miles
  • 2011 – 44,941 miles
  • 2010 – 42,129 miles
  • 2008 – 40,534 miles
  • 2007 – 39,272 miles
  • 2006 – 34,629 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail104,005 miles
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
  • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
  • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front axle D bushes badly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bonnet badly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted both bumper corners sticking out will cause injury (6.1.4 (a) (i))
  • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible badly damaged (0.1 (b))
  • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Lower Body component damaged and likely to cause injury manufactures sill cover not fully supported insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak wet (5.3.2 (b))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps glowing slow to come on (4.7.2 (a))
  • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 11 MOTs since 2018
  • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scuffs on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion on all underside sill area both sides

What MOT failures 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.

  • Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Front fog lamps in op

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak engine bay

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all back and front brake pipes corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 4 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail104,005 miles (+9,967)3 dangerous16 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,005 miles
    Test number
    159355222244
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall cracked to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety (8.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousRear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both front axle D bushes badly worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Body panel damaged and likely to cause injury bonnet badly damaged (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Bumper damaged and likely to cause injury when grazed or contacted both bumper corners sticking out will cause injury (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorFront Registration plate inscription illegible badly damaged (0.1 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Body component damaged and likely to cause injury manufactures sill cover not fully supported insecure (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak wet (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps glowing slow to come on (4.7.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view scuffs on screen (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted buckled (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion on all underside sill area both sides
  2. Pass94,038 miles (+274)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    94,038 miles
    Test number
    138797346411
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps in op
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine bay
  3. Fail93,764 miles (+8,862)6 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,764 miles
    Test number
    953539867892
    • MajorNearside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn all joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Bumper insecure (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn all joints (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSuspension arm pin or bush excessively worn both front arm rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront fog lamps in op
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine bay
  4. Pass84,902 miles (+6,781)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    84,902 miles
    Test number
    766586626941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass78,121 miles (+2)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    78,121 miles
    Test number
    145305201258
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all back and front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper and front grill damaged grill in bonnet also damaged
  6. Fail78,119 miles (+2)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,119 miles
    Test number
    314844441403
    • MajorDriver's airbag obviously inoperative air bag light on (7.1.5 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all back and front brake pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper and front grill damaged grill in bonnet also damaged
  7. Fail78,117 miles (+7,346)4 dangerous5 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,117 miles
    Test number
    705207554731
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorService brake excessively fluctuating both fronts (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault air bag light on (7.1.6 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all brake pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged
  8. Pass70,771 miles (+2,503)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    70,771 miles
    Test number
    970879225698
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both back and front discs have corrosion on faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached bumper off its clips both side accident damaged (6.1.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking on outer side wall tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryVehicle has corrosion on all underside components
  9. Pass68,268 miles (+2)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    68,268 miles
    Test number
    159569360666
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  10. Fail68,266 miles2 major2 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,266 miles
    Test number
    752317689103
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  11. FailMileage not read11 major2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    134024478713
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorMain beam tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorIndicator tell-tale inoperative (4.9.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front tyre cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))
  12. Fail174,841 miles (+106,974)10 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    174,841 miles
    Test number
    176587614935
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorHorn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
  13. Pass67,867 miles (+18)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    67,867 miles
    Test number
    817163095291
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  14. Fail67,849 miles (+372)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,849 miles
    Test number
    992883288539
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  15. Fail67,477 miles (+1,607)7 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,477 miles
    Test number
    748346202752
    • FailureBonnet retaining device excessively deteriorated to open for retest (8.4.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe inadequately clipped above axle (3.6.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules all (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded both sides (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Sub-frame damaged but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit bold (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)
  16. Pass65,870 miles (+1)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    65,870 miles
    Test number
    217990695118
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  17. Fail65,869 miles (+4,107)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,869 miles
    Test number
    528204685121
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Radius arm severely distorted (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
  18. Pass61,762 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    61,762 miles
    Test number
    947760004142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail61,762 miles (+6,894)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,762 miles
    Test number
    768299694011
    • FailureFront Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear brake caliper securing device missing (3.5.1j)
  20. Pass54,868 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    54,868 miles
    Test number
    667472303086

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail54,868 miles (+9,927)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,868 miles
    Test number
    618362503073
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  22. Pass44,941 miles (+2,812)
    MOT expiry
    14 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    44,941 miles
    Test number
    208319411395

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass42,129 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    23 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    42,129 miles
    Test number
    840467960277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass40,534 miles (+1,262)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    40,534 miles
    Test number
    831966848245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass39,272 miles (+4,643)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    39,272 miles
    Test number
    103954017293

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass34,629 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    34,629 miles
    Test number
    121174396482
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Questions about S5 KTS

Does S5 KTS currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S5 KTS expired on 12 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S5 KTS?
The MOT on S5 KTS expired on 12 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S5 KTS done?
S5 KTS was recorded at 104,005 miles at its MOT on 22 Sept 2026, an average of 3,389 miles a year.
Has S5 KTS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 KTS has failed 12 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 KTS ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 24 Feb 2020. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on S5 KTS find?
S5 KTS failed its latest MOT on 22 Sept 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 16 major defects, 2 minor defects and 2 advisories: offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner side wall cracked to cords; oil leaking continuously from engine posing a serious risk to road safety; rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened badly corroded inner surfaces, and 20 more.

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