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BMW 3 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2008 · 2,993 cc

S5 UTRMOT history

S5 UTR is a grey diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 12 Dec 2008. Its MOT is valid until 12 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 26 MOT tests, with 99,351 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

S5 UTR grey BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 12 Aug 2027
Mileage
99,351 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
16 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,364 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 UTR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
12 Dec 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 UTR was last recorded at 99,351 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,349 miles · 31 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
5,364 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,351 miles
  • 2025 – 95,021 miles
  • 2024 – 91,672 miles
  • 2023 – 87,171 miles
  • 2022 – 82,899 miles
  • 2021 – 78,606 miles
  • 2020 – 75,333 miles
  • 2019 – 71,279 miles
  • 2018 – 67,252 miles
  • 2017 – 62,793 miles
  • 2016 – 58,084 miles
  • 2015 – 52,170 miles
  • 2014 – 43,885 miles
  • 2013 – 35,910 miles
  • 2012 – 25,373 miles
  • 2011 – 20,696 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,351 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 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.

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Windscreen washer not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2018–2026

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,351 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    99,351 miles
    Test number
    961473008666
    • 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))

  2. Fail99,349 miles (+4,328)3 dangerous11 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,349 miles
    Test number
    655771400791
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass95,021 miles (+3,349)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    95,021 miles
    Test number
    209470629511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass91,672 miles (+4,501)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    91,672 miles
    Test number
    787096368101
    • 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))

  5. Pass87,171 miles (+4,272)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    87,171 miles
    Test number
    801875337327

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass82,899 miles (+81)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    82,899 miles
    Test number
    686588910915

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail82,818 miles (+4,212)1 dangerous2 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,818 miles
    Test number
    901982125953
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Road wheel fractured in two places (5.2.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass78,606 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    78,606 miles
    Test number
    314886675718

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail78,606 miles (+3,273)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,606 miles
    Test number
    876928429081
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper inadequately mounted (1.1.16 (c) (i))

  10. Pass75,333 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    242962138753

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail75,333 miles (+4,054)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,333 miles
    Test number
    394238249031
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Road wheel fractured (5.2.2 (a))
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  12. Pass71,279 miles (+4,027)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    71,279 miles
    Test number
    764040250695

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass67,252 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    67,252 miles
    Test number
    850757534428

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail67,252 miles (+4,459)2 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,252 miles
    Test number
    551325201264
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  15. Pass62,793 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    62,793 miles
    Test number
    737912950937
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Fail62,793 miles (+4,709)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,793 miles
    Test number
    769361969084
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  17. Pass58,084 miles (+5,914)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    58,084 miles
    Test number
    643186092269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,170 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    52,170 miles
    Test number
    775892248969

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail52,170 miles (+8,285)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,170 miles
    Test number
    353011617627
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  20. Pass43,885 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,885 miles
    Test number
    135232314282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail43,883 miles (+7,973)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,883 miles
    Test number
    475261414277
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass35,910 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    35,910 miles
    Test number
    349630313233

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail35,910 miles (+10,537)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,910 miles
    Test number
    837380613296
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass25,373 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    849706312286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail25,373 miles (+4,677)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    25,373 miles
    Test number
    247966512275
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass20,696 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    20,696 miles
    Test number
    838851841376

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 UTR

Does S5 UTR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 UTR is valid until 12 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 UTR?
The MOT on S5 UTR is valid until 12 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 UTR done?
S5 UTR was recorded at 99,351 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 5,364 miles a year.
Has S5 UTR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 UTR has failed 10 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 31 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 UTR 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 UTR find?
S5 UTR passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened.

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