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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 2,993 cc

S5 NMSMOT history

S5 NMS is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 2 Jun 2009. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 94,205 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

S5 NMS silver 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 14 Feb 2027
Mileage
94,205 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,039 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 NMS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
2 Jun 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 NMS was last recorded at 94,205 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 696 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,509 miles · 11 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
696 miles
Average per year
5,039 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 94,205 miles
  • 2025 – 93,509 miles
  • 2024 – 91,308 miles
  • 2023 – 86,659 miles
  • 2022 – 83,056 miles
  • 2021 – 73,240 miles
  • 2020 – 64,895 miles
  • 2019 – 51,763 miles
  • 2018 – 39,759 miles
  • 2017 – 35,864 miles
  • 2016 – 32,171 miles
  • 2015 – 29,784 miles
  • 2014 – 28,390 miles
  • 2013 – 27,142 miles
  • 2012 – 25,561 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass94,205 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front to rear flexis ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi hoses both perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated hoses to calliper perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radial arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule hoses to calliper perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe front mounting plate to chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radial arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jun 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass94,205 miles (+696)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    94,205 miles
    Test number
    592089404456
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front to rear flexis ferrules corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi hoses both perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Brake hose slightly deteriorated hoses to calliper perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radial arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play lower arm rose bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule hoses to calliper perished (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive rear subframe front mounting plate to chassis corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened radial arm (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  2. Pass93,509 miles (+2,201)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    93,509 miles
    Test number
    946241077851
    • AdvisoryCorrosion rear subframe
    • AdvisoryFront brake hoses perishing
    • AdvisoryN/s/r park brake lower than o/s/r adjustment may be needed
    • AdvisoryRear hose ferrals corroding
  3. Pass91,308 miles (+67)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    91,308 miles
    Test number
    276007306737
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  4. Fail91,241 miles (+4,582)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,241 miles
    Test number
    655823588095
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Pass86,659 miles (+3,603)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    86,659 miles
    Test number
    869060127128
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass83,056 miles (+9,816)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    83,056 miles
    Test number
    950519360710
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear 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))
  7. Pass73,240 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,240 miles
    Test number
    545426742313
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trays fitted obscuring some components for test
  8. Fail73,239 miles (+8,344)2 dangerous1 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,239 miles
    Test number
    696870967855
    • DangerousNearside Rear Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn upper radial arm inner bush worn bush to subframe (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic trays fitted obscuring some components for test
  9. Pass64,895 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    64,895 miles
    Test number
    330692568381

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail64,885 miles (+13,122)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,885 miles
    Test number
    578638424267
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  11. Pass51,763 miles (+12,004)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    51,763 miles
    Test number
    704279361836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass39,759 miles (+3,895)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    39,759 miles
    Test number
    173611243628

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,864 miles (+3,693)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    35,864 miles
    Test number
    517228996854

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass32,171 miles (+39)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    32,171 miles
    Test number
    725885794711

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail32,132 miles (+2,348)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,132 miles
    Test number
    272365728765
    • FailureOffside Direction indicator flashing more than 120 times a minute possible faulty led unit in offside rear (1.4.A.2g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.4.A.2c)
  16. Pass29,784 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,784 miles
    Test number
    225506605498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass28,390 miles (+1,248)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    28,390 miles
    Test number
    447565654145
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteEmissions trigger point not met
  18. Pass27,142 miles (+1,581)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,142 miles
    Test number
    257637753195
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth outer sills and under wheel arches covered
  19. Pass25,561 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    25,561 miles
    Test number
    656593672197
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Questions about S5 NMS

Does S5 NMS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 NMS is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 NMS?
The MOT on S5 NMS is valid until 14 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 NMS done?
S5 NMS was recorded at 94,205 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 5,039 miles a year.
Has S5 NMS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 NMS has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 NMS 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 NMS find?
S5 NMS passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with 11 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surfaces; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front to rear flexis ferrules corroded; nearside rear brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule front to rear flexi hoses both perished, and 8 more.

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