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BMW 745

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 4,398 cc

C5 BUFMOT history

C5 BUF is a black petrol BMW 745 first used on 20 Aug 2003. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 16 of 21 MOT tests, with 83,059 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Apr 2026
Mileage
83,059 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2025
MOT tests
21
16 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C5 BUF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
745
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
20 Aug 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

C5 BUF was last recorded at 83,059 miles on 17 Apr 2025, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
83,055 miles · 11 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 83,059 miles
  • 2021 – 82,523 miles
  • 2020 – 80,231 miles
  • 2019 – 76,855 miles
  • 2018 – 73,469 miles
  • 2017 – 70,856 miles
  • 2016 – 68,539 miles
  • 2015 – 66,099 miles
  • 2013 – 62,210 miles
  • 2012 – 59,422 miles
  • 2011 – 57,429 miles
  • 2010 – 54,976 miles
  • 2009 – 52,469 miles
  • 2008 – 49,035 miles
  • 2007 – 44,741 miles
  • 2006 – 39,304 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass83,059 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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.

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

21 tests since 3 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass83,059 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    83,059 miles
    Test number
    258416435026
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail83,055 miles (+532)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,055 miles
    Test number
    355249373393
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass82,523 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    267955315238

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail82,523 miles (+2,292)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,523 miles
    Test number
    782629909642
    • MajorRear Electronic parking brake control inoperative (1.1.6 (d))

  5. Pass80,231 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    80,231 miles
    Test number
    701796273910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail80,230 miles (+4)1 dangerous1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,230 miles
    Test number
    460061593949
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated rear (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rear -(borderline) (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Fail80,226 miles (+3,371)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,226 miles
    Test number
    949596989772
    • MajorBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

  8. Pass76,855 miles (+3,386)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    76,855 miles
    Test number
    938656509289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass73,469 miles (+2,613)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2019
    Odometer
    73,469 miles
    Test number
    530830433977
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  10. Pass70,856 miles (+2,317)
    MOT expiry
    3 May 2018
    Odometer
    70,856 miles
    Test number
    247792169520

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass68,539 miles (+2,440)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    68,539 miles
    Test number
    547272548822
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  12. Pass66,099 miles (+3,889)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    66,099 miles
    Test number
    309347415129
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  13. Pass62,210 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    499855323372

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail62,208 miles (+2,786)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,208 miles
    Test number
    829923323333
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  15. Pass59,422 miles (+1,993)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    59,422 miles
    Test number
    266921922339
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteAirbag light on
    • NotePower steering reservior low

  16. Pass57,429 miles (+2,453)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    57,429 miles
    Test number
    967225511316

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,976 miles (+2,507)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    54,976 miles
    Test number
    963335100336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass52,469 miles (+3,434)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    52,469 miles
    Test number
    523227909375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,035 miles (+4,294)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    49,035 miles
    Test number
    563144808304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass44,741 miles (+5,437)
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    44,741 miles
    Test number
    343574407373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass39,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    39,304 miles
    Test number
    200607406324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about C5 BUF

Does C5 BUF currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on C5 BUF expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on C5 BUF?
The MOT on C5 BUF expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has C5 BUF done?
C5 BUF was recorded at 83,059 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2025, an average of 2,371 miles a year.
Has C5 BUF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C5 BUF has failed 5 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on C5 BUF 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 BUF find?
C5 BUF passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2025 with 6 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all corroded; nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing, and 3 more.

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