BMW logo

BMW 3 Series

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 2,979 cc

S5 YPSMOT history

S5 YPS is a grey petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 5 Dec 2003. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 106,881 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

S5 YPS 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 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
106,881 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,080 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S5 YPS in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S5 YPS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
5 Dec 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S5 YPS was last recorded at 106,881 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 4,926 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
101,955 miles · 6 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,926 miles
Average per year
5,080 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 106,881 miles
  • 2025 – 101,955 miles
  • 2024 – 94,784 miles
  • 2023 – 86,742 miles
  • 2022 – 79,507 miles
  • 2020 – 72,797 miles
  • 2019 – 67,781 miles
  • 2018 – 60,513 miles
  • 2017 – 54,474 miles
  • 2016 – 50,840 miles
  • 2015 – 46,598 miles
  • 2014 – 41,224 miles
  • 2013 – 31,574 miles
  • 2012 – 29,818 miles
  • 2011 – 26,995 miles
  • 2010 – 23,349 miles
  • 2009 – 18,319 miles
  • 2007 – 13,726 miles
  • 2006 – 9,167 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass106,881 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012–2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Dec 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass106,881 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    106,881 miles
    Test number
    360791235367
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail106,881 miles (+4,926)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,881 miles
    Test number
    703608526100
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play both (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal cracked
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass101,955 miles (+112)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    101,955 miles
    Test number
    459517999301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail101,843 miles (+7,059)2 dangerous2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,843 miles
    Test number
    983363148061
    • DangerousNearside Front Outer Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Shock absorbers likely to become detached (5.3.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass94,784 miles (+8,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    94,784 miles
    Test number
    977923179172
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass86,742 miles (+7,235)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    86,742 miles
    Test number
    774339860797
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass79,507 miles (+6,710)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    79,507 miles
    Test number
    175278682820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass72,797 miles (+5,016)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    72,797 miles
    Test number
    687588869366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass67,781 miles (+7,268)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    67,781 miles
    Test number
    460733937194

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass60,513 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    60,513 miles
    Test number
    461997302713

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail60,472 miles (+5,998)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,472 miles
    Test number
    951559448903
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass54,474 miles (+3,634)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    54,474 miles
    Test number
    469351657123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass50,840 miles (+4,242)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    50,840 miles
    Test number
    810803234928

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail46,598 miles4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,598 miles
    Test number
    559198095113
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  15. Pass46,598 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    46,598 miles
    Test number
    715248895119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail46,591 miles (+5,367)2 failures2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,591 miles
    Test number
    536948595123
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass41,224 miles (+9,650)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    41,224 miles
    Test number
    288069474187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,574 miles (+1,756)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    31,574 miles
    Test number
    259224183129
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOffside front tyre perishing

  19. Pass29,818 miles (+2,823)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    29,818 miles
    Test number
    965653162126
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Pass26,995 miles (+3,646)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    26,995 miles
    Test number
    258876401177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass23,349 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    23,349 miles
    Test number
    642741840064
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f lower arm rear bushes have movement
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has side wall damage

  22. Fail23,349 miles (+5,030)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,349 miles
    Test number
    103471240048
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteN/s/f & o/s/f lower arm rear bushes have movement
    • NoteO/s/f tyre has side wall damage

  23. Pass18,319 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    18,319 miles
    Test number
    813196439040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail18,319 miles (+4,593)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,319 miles
    Test number
    793946139076
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/f tyre has rips in the outer side walls

  25. Pass13,726 miles (+4,559)
    MOT expiry
    26 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    13,726 miles
    Test number
    312561067377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass9,167 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    9,167 miles
    Test number
    802071346355

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S5 YPS

Does S5 YPS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S5 YPS is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on S5 YPS?
The MOT on S5 YPS is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S5 YPS done?
S5 YPS was recorded at 106,881 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 5,080 miles a year.
Has S5 YPS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S5 YPS has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on S5 YPS 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 YPS find?
S5 YPS passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively both; front inner track rod end ball joint has slight play both; fuel cap seal cracked, and 3 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S5Y registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.