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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2001 · 2,926 cc

S5 RAPMOT history

S5 RAP is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 10 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 Feb 2027 and it has passed 19 of 30 MOT tests, with 137,340 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Feb 2026.

S5 RAP grey 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
137,340 mi
At MOT on 13 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
19 passed · 11 failed
Per year
4,733 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 RAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,926 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
10 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 RAP was last recorded at 137,340 miles on 13 Feb 2026, 13 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,327 miles · 10 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
13 miles
Average per year
4,733 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,340 miles
  • 2025 – 135,490 miles
  • 2024 – 133,331 miles
  • 2023 – 127,813 miles
  • 2022 – 122,900 miles
  • 2021 – 119,711 miles
  • 2019 – 114,156 miles
  • 2018 – 112,104 miles
  • 2017 – 109,492 miles
  • 2016 – 105,663 miles
  • 2015 – 101,773 miles
  • 2013 – 96,492 miles
  • 2012 – 91,385 miles
  • 2011 – 85,745 miles
  • 2010 – 71,938 miles
  • 2009 – 58,423 miles
  • 2008 – 54,655 miles
  • 2007 – 49,914 miles
  • 2006 – 42,234 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,340 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2024–2025

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2019

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Under covers fitted

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,340 miles (+13)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    137,340 miles
    Test number
    917951603289
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail137,327 miles (+1,837)1 dangerous1 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,327 miles
    Test number
    367639379292
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass135,490 miles (+8)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    135,490 miles
    Test number
    241706054144
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Fail135,482 miles (+2,151)1 dangerous3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,482 miles
    Test number
    981878138483
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass133,331 miles (+7)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,331 miles
    Test number
    978694386880
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome rust on under side + wheal arches

  6. Fail133,324 miles (+5,511)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,324 miles
    Test number
    568172474231
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisorySome rust on under side + wheal arches

  7. Pass127,813 miles (+10)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    127,813 miles
    Test number
    935623677426
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail127,803 miles (+4,903)4 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,803 miles
    Test number
    975739269205
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorBrake pad(s) worn down to wear indicator (1.1.13 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass122,900 miles (+3,189)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    122,900 miles
    Test number
    471465801837

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass119,711 miles (+31)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    119,711 miles
    Test number
    688522684108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail119,680 miles (+5,524)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,680 miles
    Test number
    204650378148
    • DangerousOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass114,156 miles (+2,052)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    114,156 miles
    Test number
    254447672944
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords on inner wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside front fog lamp not working

  13. Pass112,104 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    112,104 miles
    Test number
    393572350119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  14. Fail112,101 miles (+2,609)1 dangerous3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,101 miles
    Test number
    983586640524
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Prop shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))

  15. Pass109,492 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2018
    Odometer
    109,492 miles
    Test number
    997912096387
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner wall starting to crack
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  16. Fail109,492 miles (+3,829)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,492 miles
    Test number
    526217045154
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre inner wall starting to crack
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  17. Pass105,663 miles (+6)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2017
    Odometer
    105,663 miles
    Test number
    358421590827
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  18. Fail105,657 miles (+3,884)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,657 miles
    Test number
    646854669752
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryUnder covers fitted

  19. Pass101,773 miles (+503)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 May 2016
    Odometer
    101,773 miles
    Test number
    278582525181
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Fail101,270 miles (+4,778)3 failures4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,270 miles
    Test number
    946821625117
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  21. Pass96,492 miles (+5,107)
    MOT expiry
    4 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    96,492 miles
    Test number
    886239633332

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass91,385 miles (+5,640)
    MOT expiry
    19 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    91,385 miles
    Test number
    719075822328

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass85,745 miles (+13,807)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    85,745 miles
    Test number
    496963811490

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass71,938 miles (+13,515)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    71,938 miles
    Test number
    400770290177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass58,423 miles (+3,768)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    58,423 miles
    Test number
    194473089074
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass54,655 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    934610038095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail54,655 miles (+4,741)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,655 miles
    Test number
    120720638023
    • FailureRear Brake lining(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  28. Pass49,914 miles (+7,680)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    49,914 miles
    Test number
    820197217023

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass42,234 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    42,234 miles
    Test number
    750490516058

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail42,234 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,234 miles
    Test number
    121080116444
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)

Questions about S5 RAP

Does S5 RAP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 RAP is valid until 14 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 RAP?
The MOT on S5 RAP 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 RAP done?
S5 RAP was recorded at 137,340 miles at its MOT on 13 Feb 2026, an average of 4,733 miles a year.
Has S5 RAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 RAP has failed 11 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 RAP 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 RAP find?
S5 RAP passed its latest MOT on 13 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material.

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