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BMW 5 Series

Red · Petrol · 1998 · 2,494 cc

S64 MRUMOT history

S64 MRU is a red petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 1 Aug 1998. Its MOT expired on 29 Jul 2022 and it has passed 16 of 25 MOT tests, with 108,712 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2023.

S64 MRU red BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 29 Jul 2022
Mileage
108,712 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2023
MOT tests
25
16 passed · 9 failed
Per year
3,133 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S64 MRU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,494 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
1 Aug 1998
MOT status
MOT expired on 29 Jul 2022
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2023 (Fail)

Mileage history

S64 MRU was last recorded at 108,712 miles on 16 Jun 2023, 118 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
108,594 miles · 30 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
118 miles
Average per year
3,133 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 108,712 miles
  • 2021 – 108,594 miles
  • 2020 – 108,108 miles
  • 2019 – 106,950 miles
  • 2018 – 105,520 miles
  • 2017 – 103,050 miles
  • 2016 – 100,370 miles
  • 2015 – 98,543 miles
  • 2014 – 92,618 miles
  • 2013 – 90,150 miles
  • 2012 – 85,958 miles
  • 2011 – 78,126 miles
  • 2010 – 74,545 miles
  • 2009 – 69,641 miles
  • 2008 – 64,674 miles
  • 2007 – 59,960 miles
  • 2006 – 55,631 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,712 miles
  • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
  • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
  • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225 60 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2008–2018

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail108,712 miles (+118)9 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,712 miles
    Test number
    143505045472
    • MajorDriver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases joint (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 225 60 15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass108,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    108,594 miles
    Test number
    641936832554

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail108,594 miles (+486)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,594 miles
    Test number
    724217266665
    • 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 carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Pass108,108 miles (+1,158)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    108,108 miles
    Test number
    638544083195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass106,950 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    106,950 miles
    Test number
    772462058544
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  6. Fail106,950 miles (+96)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,950 miles
    Test number
    706531365095
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail106,854 miles (+1,334)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,854 miles
    Test number
    726673287705
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  8. Pass105,520 miles (+157)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    105,520 miles
    Test number
    815210678543
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail105,363 miles (+2,313)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,363 miles
    Test number
    478191500807
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass103,050 miles (+2,680)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    103,050 miles
    Test number
    848213540117
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass100,370 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    100,370 miles
    Test number
    847781280894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail100,367 miles (+1,824)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,367 miles
    Test number
    975757066215
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded both pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass98,543 miles (+5,925)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    98,543 miles
    Test number
    465823675088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,618 miles (+2,468)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    92,618 miles
    Test number
    917956274035
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  15. Pass90,150 miles (+12)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    90,150 miles
    Test number
    138832573466
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  16. Fail90,138 miles (+4,180)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,138 miles
    Test number
    967380873090
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass85,958 miles (+7,832)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    85,958 miles
    Test number
    769307642084

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail78,126 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,126 miles
    Test number
    217209961054
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  19. Pass78,126 miles (+3,581)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    78,126 miles
    Test number
    285309761027

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass74,545 miles (+4,904)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    74,545 miles
    Test number
    141926980141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass69,641 miles (+4,967)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    69,641 miles
    Test number
    334147589147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass64,674 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    64,674 miles
    Test number
    613639978181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail64,674 miles (+4,714)1 failure1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,674 miles
    Test number
    501449578193
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres worn very close to legal limit
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  24. Pass59,960 miles (+4,329)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    59,960 miles
    Test number
    134860187196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass55,631 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    55,631 miles
    Test number
    700208686113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S64 MRU

Does S64 MRU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S64 MRU expired on 29 Jul 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S64 MRU?
The MOT on S64 MRU expired on 29 Jul 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S64 MRU done?
S64 MRU was recorded at 108,712 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2023, an average of 3,133 miles a year.
Has S64 MRU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S64 MRU has failed 9 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Jun 2023.
Has the mileage on S64 MRU 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 S64 MRU find?
S64 MRU failed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2023 with 9 major defects and 4 advisories: driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle; exhaust lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits; exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits, and 10 more.

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