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BMW 520

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 1,991 cc

S83 GGPMOT history

S83 GGP is a silver petrol BMW 520 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 1 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 88,002 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Feb 2026.

S83 GGP silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 1 Feb 2027
Mileage
88,002 mi
At MOT on 2 Feb 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,268 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S83 GGP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
520
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,991 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S83 GGP was last recorded at 88,002 miles on 2 Feb 2026, 2,180 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
85,822 miles · 6 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
2,180 miles
Average per year
3,268 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,002 miles
  • 2025 – 85,822 miles
  • 2024 – 83,298 miles
  • 2023 – 81,741 miles
  • 2022 – 80,036 miles
  • 2021 – 77,852 miles
  • 2020 – 76,480 miles
  • 2019 – 72,142 miles
  • 2018 – 67,783 miles
  • 2017 – 63,450 miles
  • 2016 – 58,312 miles
  • 2015 – 54,046 miles
  • 2014 – 50,006 miles
  • 2013 – 46,040 miles
  • 2012 – 41,570 miles
  • 2011 – 38,509 miles
  • 2010 – 35,977 miles
  • 2009 – 31,748 miles
  • 2008 – 29,724 miles
  • 2007 – 26,298 miles
  • 2006 – 22,432 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,002 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

28 tests since 10 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,002 miles (+2,180)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    88,002 miles
    Test number
    651984367821
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass85,822 miles (+1)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    85,822 miles
    Test number
    640864882710
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  3. Fail85,821 miles (+2,523)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,821 miles
    Test number
    717157902049
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  4. Pass83,298 miles (+1,557)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    83,298 miles
    Test number
    579126844479
    • AdvisoryVehicle fitted with under trays

  5. Pass81,741 miles2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    81,741 miles
    Test number
    291066553524
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail81,739 miles (+1,703)2 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,739 miles
    Test number
    990066453949
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass80,036 miles (+2,184)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    80,036 miles
    Test number
    953720397131
    • AdvisoryBrake hose slightly deteriorated both rear (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass77,852 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    77,852 miles
    Test number
    520676229155
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Fail77,852 miles (+1,372)1 major2 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,852 miles
    Test number
    384446016891
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  10. Pass76,480 miles (+4,338)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    76,480 miles
    Test number
    200627177778
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  11. Pass72,142 miles (+4,359)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    72,142 miles
    Test number
    493932430919
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  12. Pass67,783 miles (+56)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    67,783 miles
    Test number
    440004608192
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing slightly inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail67,727 miles (+4,277)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,727 miles
    Test number
    886726675546
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre wearing slightly inner edges
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

  14. Pass63,450 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    63,450 miles
    Test number
    223906820024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail63,447 miles (+5,135)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,447 miles
    Test number
    745350603784
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  16. Pass58,312 miles (+4,266)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    58,312 miles
    Test number
    176960277072

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,046 miles (+4,040)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    54,046 miles
    Test number
    305922845068

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass50,006 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    50,006 miles
    Test number
    319800234064
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth washers jets aim set low,advise both aims adjustment reset/retested.

  19. Fail50,006 miles (+3,966)2 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,006 miles
    Test number
    709420234041
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBoth washers jets aim set low,advise both aims adjustment reset/retested.

  20. Pass46,040 miles (+4,470)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    46,040 miles
    Test number
    746556033092

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass41,570 miles (+3,061)
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    41,570 miles
    Test number
    159973422033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass38,509 miles (+2,532)1 note
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    38,509 miles
    Test number
    398993541010
    • NoteFront brake discs lipped

  23. Pass35,977 miles (+4,229)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    35,977 miles
    Test number
    872055020063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass31,748 miles (+2,024)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    31,748 miles
    Test number
    950076219030

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass29,724 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    29,724 miles
    Test number
    650498408006

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass26,298 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    26,298 miles
    Test number
    104963917053

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail26,298 miles (+3,866)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,298 miles
    Test number
    624102717071
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

  28. Pass22,432 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    22,432 miles
    Test number
    951160016045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about S83 GGP

Does S83 GGP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S83 GGP is valid until 1 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S83 GGP?
The MOT on S83 GGP is valid until 1 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S83 GGP done?
S83 GGP was recorded at 88,002 miles at its MOT on 2 Feb 2026, an average of 3,268 miles a year.
Has S83 GGP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S83 GGP has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2025.
Has the mileage on S83 GGP 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 S83 GGP find?
S83 GGP passed its latest MOT on 2 Feb 2026 with 6 advisories: front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked, and 3 more.

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