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BMW 740

Silver · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

C5 AKSMOT history

C5 AKS is a silver petrol BMW 740 first used on 9 Jan 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 24 MOT tests, with 138,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Oct 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 17 Nov 2027
Mileage
138,125 mi
At MOT on 19 Oct 2026
MOT tests
24
22 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,843 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 AKS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
740
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
9 Jan 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
19 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 AKS was last recorded at 138,125 miles on 19 Oct 2026, 764 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,361 miles · 13 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
764 miles
Average per year
3,843 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 138,125 miles
  • 2025 – 137,361 miles
  • 2024 – 136,079 miles
  • 2023 – 133,998 miles
  • 2022 – 132,547 miles
  • 2021 – 131,396 miles
  • 2020 – 129,750 miles
  • 2019 – 128,426 miles
  • 2018 – 124,545 miles
  • 2017 – 119,080 miles
  • 2016 – 114,884 miles
  • 2015 – 108,012 miles
  • 2014 – 104,893 miles
  • 2013 – 100,805 miles
  • 2012 – 97,803 miles
  • 2011 – 91,446 miles
  • 2010 – 84,066 miles
  • 2009 – 79,327 miles
  • 2008 – 73,231 miles
  • 2007 – 68,932 miles
  • 2006 – 64,880 miles
  • 2005 – 58,007 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass138,125 miles
  • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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.

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2013–2017

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass138,125 miles (+764)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    138,125 miles
    Test number
    802817063041
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  2. Pass137,361 miles (+1,282)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    137,361 miles
    Test number
    113884444296
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  3. Pass136,079 miles (+2,081)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    136,079 miles
    Test number
    343627522901
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  4. Pass133,998 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    133,998 miles
    Test number
    416623823777

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail133,994 miles (+1,447)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,994 miles
    Test number
    570396021878
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass132,547 miles (+1,151)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    132,547 miles
    Test number
    578355611270
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass131,396 miles (+1,646)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    131,396 miles
    Test number
    458161918953

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass129,750 miles (+1,324)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    129,750 miles
    Test number
    555288234264
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Been repaired o/s lower corner. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

  9. Pass128,426 miles (+3,881)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    128,426 miles
    Test number
    545446057952
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryWindscreen been repaired in o/s lower area.

  10. Pass124,545 miles (+5,465)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    124,545 miles
    Test number
    489841678898
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view on o/s of screen. (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass119,080 miles (+4,196)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    119,080 miles
    Test number
    360012488875
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm on outer edge. (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine.
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront tyres wearing on edges.

  12. Pass114,884 miles (+6,872)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    114,884 miles
    Test number
    666965178879
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  13. Pass108,012 miles (+3,119)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,012 miles
    Test number
    776263651320
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated flexi (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOil leak from engine

  14. Pass104,893 miles (+4,088)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    104,893 miles
    Test number
    755747704369
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass100,805 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    100,805 miles
    Test number
    386621603393
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  16. Fail100,805 miles (+3,002)1 dangerous1 failure3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,805 miles
    Test number
    867836593269
    • DangerousFuel tank leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp cleaning device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak engine.

  17. Pass97,803 miles (+6,357)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    97,803 miles
    Test number
    438913212430
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass91,446 miles (+7,380)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    91,446 miles
    Test number
    465028911390
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteDampness in n/s head light

  19. Pass84,066 miles (+4,739)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    84,066 miles
    Test number
    223790620308
    • NoteSmall cuts in rear tyres

  20. Pass79,327 miles (+6,096)
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    79,327 miles
    Test number
    353542329334

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass73,231 miles (+4,299)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    73,231 miles
    Test number
    954588808391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass68,932 miles (+4,052)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    68,932 miles
    Test number
    423694527464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass64,880 miles (+6,873)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    64,880 miles
    Test number
    851194536327
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Pass58,007 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    58,007 miles
    Test number
    573908745310
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Questions about C5 AKS

Does C5 AKS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C5 AKS is valid until 17 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on C5 AKS?
The MOT on C5 AKS is valid until 17 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C5 AKS done?
C5 AKS was recorded at 138,125 miles at its MOT on 19 Oct 2026, an average of 3,843 miles a year.
Has C5 AKS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 AKS has failed 2 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on C5 AKS 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 C5 AKS find?
C5 AKS passed its latest MOT on 19 Oct 2026 with 1 advisory: power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage.

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