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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2009 · 1,995 cc

S5 WGLMOT history

S5 WGL is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 30 Sept 2009. Its MOT is valid until 23 Jan 2027 and it has passed 15 of 19 MOT tests, with 93,971 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Jan 2026.

S5 WGL 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 23 Jan 2027
Mileage
93,971 mi
At MOT on 12 Jan 2026
MOT tests
19
15 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,452 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 WGL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2009
First used
30 Sept 2009
MOT status
MOT valid until 23 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 WGL was last recorded at 93,971 miles on 12 Jan 2026, 2,976 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
90,995 miles · 20 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,976 miles
Average per year
4,452 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 93,971 miles
  • 2025 – 90,995 miles
  • 2024 – 87,706 miles
  • 2023 – 84,638 miles
  • 2022 – 79,892 miles
  • 2021 – 76,839 miles
  • 2020 – 74,550 miles
  • 2019 – 70,116 miles
  • 2018 – 68,755 miles
  • 2017 – 66,028 miles
  • 2016 – 62,116 miles
  • 2015 – 55,796 miles
  • 2014 – 49,486 miles
  • 2013 – 43,528 miles
  • 2012 – 34,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass93,971 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2022

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 Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

  • Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

19 tests since 24 Jul 2012, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass93,971 miles (+2,976)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    93,971 miles
    Test number
    104762550127
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement inner bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass90,995 miles (+3,289)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    90,995 miles
    Test number
    857262803762
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass87,706 miles (+36)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    87,706 miles
    Test number
    697268471398
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail87,670 miles (+3,032)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,670 miles
    Test number
    757311156684
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass84,638 miles (+4,746)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    84,638 miles
    Test number
    738813862972
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass79,892 miles (+3,053)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,892 miles
    Test number
    555933957009
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Upper exhaust heat shield mounts deteriorated
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  7. Pass76,839 miles (+2,289)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    76,839 miles
    Test number
    644357172005
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing measuring 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing measuring 2mm at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear flexi pipes starting to corrode ok at time of test (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear frame corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder shields fitted

  8. Pass74,550 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    74,550 miles
    Test number
    307400514581
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges just ok at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect just ok at time oil leaking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges just ok at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered with trims obscuring some components

  9. Fail74,550 miles (+4,434)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,550 miles
    Test number
    761790153508
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Side repeater not working fitted new bulb (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges just ok at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect just ok at time oil leaking (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on edges just ok at time of test (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryUnder body covered with trims obscuring some components

  10. Pass70,116 miles (+1,361)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    70,116 miles
    Test number
    684027167258

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,755 miles (+2,727)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    68,755 miles
    Test number
    442525985208
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust clamp cracking
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear low in places on inner edge

  12. Pass66,028 miles (+3,912)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    66,028 miles
    Test number
    231911214323

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass62,116 miles (+6,320)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    62,116 miles
    Test number
    512786037821
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front tyre starting to wear low in places
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads starting to wear thin

  14. Pass55,796 miles (+6,310)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    55,796 miles
    Test number
    575813705256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass49,486 miles4 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    49,486 miles
    Test number
    106563404250
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Fail49,486 miles (+5,958)1 failure4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,486 miles
    Test number
    369863504499
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn low on edges.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass43,528 miles (+9,523)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    43,528 miles
    Test number
    656674403250

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail34,005 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,005 miles
    Test number
    686886102256
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

  19. Pass34,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    34,005 miles
    Test number
    786616702234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 WGL

Does S5 WGL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 WGL is valid until 23 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 WGL?
The MOT on S5 WGL is valid until 23 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 WGL done?
S5 WGL was recorded at 93,971 miles at its MOT on 12 Jan 2026, an average of 4,452 miles a year.
Has S5 WGL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 WGL has failed 4 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Jan 2024.
Has the mileage on S5 WGL 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 WGL find?
S5 WGL passed its latest MOT on 12 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 4 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill; offside rear inner integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 2 more.

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