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BMW 3 Series

Blue · Petrol · 2004 · 1,995 cc

S5 RWDMOT history

S5 RWD is a blue petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 13 Oct 2004. Its MOT is valid until 29 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 115,083 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jul 2026.

S5 RWD 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 29 Jul 2027
Mileage
115,083 mi
At MOT on 30 Jul 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,982 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 RWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
13 Oct 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 RWD was last recorded at 115,083 miles on 30 Jul 2026, 4,982 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
110,101 miles · 17 May 2025
Between the last two tests
4,982 miles
Average per year
3,982 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,083 miles
  • 2025 – 110,101 miles
  • 2024 – 108,235 miles
  • 2023 – 99,746 miles
  • 2022 – 96,618 miles
  • 2021 – 96,491 miles
  • 2020 – 84,440 miles
  • 2019 – 74,176 miles
  • 2018 – 62,132 miles
  • 2017 – 56,819 miles
  • 2016 – 56,258 miles
  • 2015 – 55,305 miles
  • 2014 – 53,793 miles
  • 2013 – 51,995 miles
  • 2012 – 50,517 miles
  • 2011 – 49,186 miles
  • 2010 – 47,051 miles
  • 2009 – 45,542 miles
  • 2008 – 44,362 miles
  • 2007 – 38,821 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,083 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Exhaust mounting defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 5 Jun 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,083 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    115,083 miles
    Test number
    599355140555
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  2. Fail115,083 miles (+4,982)3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,083 miles
    Test number
    201079095917
    • Repaired at testFront Position lamp not working both sides (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testRear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisorySteering system slightly rough (2.1.1 (a))

  3. Pass110,101 miles (+1,866)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 May 2026
    Odometer
    110,101 miles
    Test number
    180397240336
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass108,235 miles (+9)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2025
    Odometer
    108,235 miles
    Test number
    710012436363
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Fail108,226 miles (+8,480)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,226 miles
    Test number
    786354025677
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  6. Pass99,746 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    99,746 miles
    Test number
    694194963669

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail99,741 miles (+3,123)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,741 miles
    Test number
    506319153618
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass96,618 miles (+127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    96,618 miles
    Test number
    134260943046
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Fuel cap rubber seal perishing

  9. Fail96,491 miles (+12,051)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,491 miles
    Test number
    160678864011
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  10. Pass84,440 miles (+69)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    84,440 miles
    Test number
    150306635229
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail84,371 miles (+10,195)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,371 miles
    Test number
    464794859525
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass74,176 miles (+92)
    MOT expiry
    21 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,176 miles
    Test number
    567324206539

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail74,084 miles (+11,952)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,084 miles
    Test number
    236906247199
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced Both lamps have been modified. (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

  14. Pass62,132 miles (+5,313)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    62,132 miles
    Test number
    904165517158
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  15. Pass56,819 miles (+561)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    56,819 miles
    Test number
    230882402559

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass56,258 miles (+953)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    56,258 miles
    Test number
    890270463111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass55,305 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    55,305 miles
    Test number
    490688868665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass53,793 miles (+1,798)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    53,793 miles
    Test number
    395099964428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass51,995 miles (+1,478)
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    51,995 miles
    Test number
    477076863220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass50,517 miles (+1,331)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    50,517 miles
    Test number
    669610732198

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,186 miles (+2,135)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    49,186 miles
    Test number
    917844721137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,051 miles (+30)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    47,051 miles
    Test number
    423095620146

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail47,021 miles (+1,479)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,021 miles
    Test number
    514828910134
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

  24. Pass45,542 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    45,542 miles
    Test number
    361498839117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass44,362 miles (+5,541)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    44,362 miles
    Test number
    103626318103
    • NoteNail in offside front tyre

  26. Pass38,821 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    38,821 miles
    Test number
    440146257179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 RWD

Does S5 RWD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 RWD is valid until 29 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 RWD?
The MOT on S5 RWD is valid until 29 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 RWD done?
S5 RWD was recorded at 115,083 miles at its MOT on 30 Jul 2026, an average of 3,982 miles a year.
Has S5 RWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 RWD has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 RWD 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 RWD find?
S5 RWD passed its latest MOT on 30 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: steering system slightly rough.

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