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BMW 520

Grey · Diesel · 2015 · 1,995 cc

S5 WHAMOT history

S5 WHA is a grey diesel BMW 520 first used on 1 May 2015. Its MOT is valid until 30 Oct 2027 and it has passed 9 of 10 MOT tests, with 123,923 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Oct 2026.

S5 WHA grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 30 Oct 2027
Mileage
123,923 mi
At MOT on 17 Oct 2026
MOT tests
10
9 passed · 1 failed
Per year
8,974 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S5 WHA
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2015
First used
1 May 2015
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 WHA was last recorded at 123,923 miles on 17 Oct 2026, 11,144 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
112,779 miles · 10 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
11,144 miles
Average per year
8,974 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 123,923 miles
  • 2025 – 112,779 miles
  • 2024 – 108,902 miles
  • 2023 – 105,496 miles
  • 2022 – 98,514 miles
  • 2021 – 89,228 miles
  • 2020 – 81,755 miles
  • 2019 – 65,258 miles
  • 2018 – 47,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass123,923 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

10 tests since 18 Apr 2018, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass123,923 miles (+11,144)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    123,923 miles
    Test number
    964593676456

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass112,779 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    112,779 miles
    Test number
    395509788154
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Fail112,779 miles (+3,877)1 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,779 miles
    Test number
    522060511907
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device for LED or HID headlamp inoperative (4.1.6 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass108,902 miles (+3,406)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    108,902 miles
    Test number
    840461651706
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass105,496 miles (+6,982)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    105,496 miles
    Test number
    314719497542

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass98,514 miles (+9,286)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    98,514 miles
    Test number
    579109112845
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass89,228 miles (+7,473)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    89,228 miles
    Test number
    295458485383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass81,755 miles (+16,497)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    81,755 miles
    Test number
    698204321612
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  9. Pass65,258 miles (+17,595)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    65,258 miles
    Test number
    803220344709

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass47,663 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    47,663 miles
    Test number
    486578864169

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 WHA

Does S5 WHA currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 WHA is valid until 30 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 WHA?
The MOT on S5 WHA is valid until 30 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 WHA done?
S5 WHA was recorded at 123,923 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2026, an average of 8,974 miles a year.
Has S5 WHA ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 WHA has failed 1 of its 10 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on S5 WHA 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 WHA find?
S5 WHA passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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