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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2012 · 1,995 cc

S88 RAMMOT history

S88 RAM is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 26 Sept 2012. Its MOT is valid until 8 Feb 2027 and it has passed 11 of 13 MOT tests, with 116,019 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Feb 2026.

S88 RAM black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 8 Feb 2027
Mileage
116,019 mi
At MOT on 4 Feb 2026
MOT tests
13
11 passed · 2 failed
Per year
7,643 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S88 RAM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2012
First used
26 Sept 2012
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 RAM was last recorded at 116,019 miles on 4 Feb 2026, 9,999 miles more than at the previous MOT on 30 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,020 miles · 30 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
9,999 miles
Average per year
7,643 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 116,019 miles
  • 2025 – 106,020 miles
  • 2024 – 99,174 miles
  • 2023 – 92,187 miles
  • 2022 – 80,722 miles
  • 2021 – 73,526 miles
  • 2019 – 72,380 miles
  • 2018 – 64,800 miles
  • 2017 – 61,744 miles
  • 2016 – 41,958 miles
  • 2015 – 37,318 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass116,019 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.

  • Engine covers and under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

13 tests since 19 Oct 2015, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass116,019 miles (+9,999)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    116,019 miles
    Test number
    823275585618

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,020 miles (+6,846)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    106,020 miles
    Test number
    942061395401

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass99,174 miles (+6,987)
    MOT expiry
    8 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,174 miles
    Test number
    667213361548

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,187 miles (+11,465)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    92,187 miles
    Test number
    542875174858

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass80,722 miles (+7,196)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    80,722 miles
    Test number
    335189529122
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  6. Pass73,526 miles (+1,146)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    73,526 miles
    Test number
    495865410444

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass72,380 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    901695766704

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail72,380 miles (+7,580)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,380 miles
    Test number
    183377499519
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  9. Pass64,800 miles (+3,056)
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    64,800 miles
    Test number
    860821846843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass61,744 miles (+19,786)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    61,744 miles
    Test number
    109003554926
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  11. Pass41,958 miles (+4,640)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    41,958 miles
    Test number
    828983237949
    • AdvisoryCovers fitted to underside of vehicle and engine bay not allowing full inspection
  12. Pass37,318 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    37,318 miles
    Test number
    501333302637
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted
  13. Fail37,318 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,318 miles
    Test number
    105144695715
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under trays fitted

Questions about S88 RAM

Does S88 RAM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S88 RAM is valid until 8 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on S88 RAM?
The MOT on S88 RAM is valid until 8 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S88 RAM done?
S88 RAM was recorded at 116,019 miles at its MOT on 4 Feb 2026, an average of 7,643 miles a year.
Has S88 RAM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 RAM has failed 2 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Nov 2019.
Has the mileage on S88 RAM 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 S88 RAM find?
S88 RAM passed its latest MOT on 4 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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