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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 4,941 cc

4 PPXMOT history

4 PPX is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 2 Jan 2002. Its MOT is valid until 14 Jul 2027 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 140,306 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Jul 2026.

4 PPX blue 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 14 Jul 2027
Mileage
140,306 mi
At MOT on 15 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
4,653 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
4 PPX
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
2 Jan 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

4 PPX was last recorded at 140,306 miles on 15 Jul 2026, 171 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Apr 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
140,135 miles · 20 Apr 2024
Between the last two tests
171 miles
Average per year
4,653 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 140,306 miles
  • 2024 – 140,135 miles
  • 2023 – 140,020 miles
  • 2022 – 139,652 miles
  • 2021 – 136,165 miles
  • 2020 – 132,433 miles
  • 2019 – 132,417 miles
  • 2013 – 80,404 miles
  • 2012 – 76,024 miles
  • 2011 – 70,059 miles
  • 2010 – 67,028 miles
  • 2009 – 65,496 miles
  • 2008 – 61,035 miles
  • 2007 – 55,062 miles
  • 2006 – 44,391 miles
  • 2005 – 43,374 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass140,306 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.

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2010

  • Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2008–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009

Full MOT history

20 tests since 14 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass140,306 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    140,306 miles
    Test number
    609862482830

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass140,135 miles (+115)
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    140,135 miles
    Test number
    389685833735

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass140,020 miles (+368)
    MOT expiry
    31 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    140,020 miles
    Test number
    920084040113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass139,652 miles (+3,487)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    139,652 miles
    Test number
    827323849738
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass136,165 miles (+3,732)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    136,165 miles
    Test number
    830748491266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass132,433 miles (+16)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    132,433 miles
    Test number
    416988300832
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material 'to rear' (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 'Both' (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail132,417 miles (+52,013)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    132,417 miles
    Test number
    636483504937
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded MAIN (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded MAIN (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass80,404 miles (+4,380)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    80,404 miles
    Test number
    858092743277
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  9. Pass76,024 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    76,024 miles
    Test number
    829297122266
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  10. Fail76,024 miles (+5,965)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,024 miles
    Test number
    866597822281
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  11. Pass70,059 miles (+3,031)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    70,059 miles
    Test number
    537364811224

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass67,028 miles3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    67,028 miles
    Test number
    503735640267
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll o/s front suspension bushes deteriorated due to oil leak
    • NoteBoth wipers slightly deteriated
    • NoteRear discs corroded & worn

  13. Fail67,028 miles (+1,532)1 repaired3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,028 miles
    Test number
    830465240206
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAll o/s front suspension bushes deteriorated due to oil leak
    • NoteBoth wipers slightly deteriated
    • NoteRear discs corroded & worn

  14. Pass65,496 miles4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    642253739212
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll rear suspension bushes peished & split
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  15. Fail65,496 miles (+4,461)2 failures5 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,496 miles
    Test number
    360069229267
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteAll rear suspension bushes peished & split
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  16. Pass61,035 miles (+5,973)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,035 miles
    Test number
    742687408277
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass55,062 miles (+10,671)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    55,062 miles
    Test number
    704908007221
    • AdvisoryFront Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

  18. Pass44,391 miles (+1,017)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    44,391 miles
    Test number
    783695196149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass43,374 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    473889455203

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,374 miles4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,374 miles
    Test number
    911417255290
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Questions about 4 PPX

What vehicle is registration 4 PPX currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 4 PPX on a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 2 Jan 2002. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 4 PPX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 4 PPX is valid until 14 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on 4 PPX?
The MOT on 4 PPX is valid until 14 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 4 PPX done?
4 PPX was recorded at 140,306 miles at its MOT on 15 Jul 2026, an average of 4,653 miles a year.
Has 4 PPX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 4 PPX has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Dec 2019.
Has the mileage on 4 PPX 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 4 PPX find?
4 PPX passed its latest MOT on 15 Jul 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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