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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

C6 MTTMOT history

C6 MTT is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 154,797 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Apr 2026.

C6 MTT black 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 26 Apr 2027
Mileage
154,797 mi
At MOT on 27 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,963 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
C6 MTT
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
27 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

C6 MTT was last recorded at 154,797 miles on 27 Apr 2026, 46 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
154,751 miles · 29 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
46 miles
Average per year
4,963 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,797 miles
  • 2025 – 154,751 miles
  • 2024 – 150,650 miles
  • 2023 – 144,218 miles
  • 2022 – 139,678 miles
  • 2021 – 139,670 miles
  • 2020 – 129,938 miles
  • 2019 – 123,280 miles
  • 2017 – 104,092 miles
  • 2016 – 101,474 miles
  • 2014 – 100,633 miles
  • 2013 – 99,875 miles
  • 2012 – 97,719 miles
  • 2011 – 93,887 miles
  • 2010 – 88,166 miles
  • 2009 – 79,771 miles
  • 2008 – 71,191 miles
  • 2007 – 60,090 miles
  • 2006 – 56,350 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,797 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

26 tests since 26 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,797 miles (+46)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    154,797 miles
    Test number
    554642409470
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Fail154,751 miles (+4,101)5 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,751 miles
    Test number
    882840177009
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Side repeater lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.4.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play pitman arm (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

  3. Pass150,650 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    150,650 miles
    Test number
    794448255420
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  4. Fail150,648 miles (+6,430)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    150,648 miles
    Test number
    939441628840
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  5. Pass144,218 miles (+4,540)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    144,218 miles
    Test number
    651542866483
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass139,678 miles (+8)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    139,678 miles
    Test number
    968986907556
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Fail139,670 miles (+9,732)15 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,670 miles
    Test number
    133666610059
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded both front. (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak. (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both. (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases kat. (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill. (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))
    • MajorRear Oil leaking excessively from transmission diff. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both. (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine. (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic undertrays all broken.

  8. Pass129,938 miles (+6,658)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    129,938 miles
    Test number
    498731629090
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass123,280 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    123,280 miles
    Test number
    500154903315
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. PassMileage not read
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    948926862668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. FailMileage not read3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    639864586900
    • MajorBrakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass104,092 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    660367727659
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  13. Fail104,092 miles (+2,618)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,092 miles
    Test number
    615820924452
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Pass101,474 miles (+841)
    MOT expiry
    13 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    101,474 miles
    Test number
    979025984740

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass100,633 miles (+758)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    100,633 miles
    Test number
    845429594141
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

  16. Pass99,875 miles (+2,156)10 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    99,875 miles
    Test number
    896400003262
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteUnable to visually check all of rear brake pipes

  17. Pass97,719 miles (+63)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,719 miles
    Test number
    167401792164
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail97,656 miles (+3,769)3 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,656 miles
    Test number
    319785612176
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteDashboard brake warning light on

  19. Pass93,887 miles (+5,721)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,887 miles
    Test number
    619203401194
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  20. Pass88,166 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    88,166 miles
    Test number
    250693310157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail88,166 miles (+8,395)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    88,166 miles
    Test number
    722943210112
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  22. Pass79,771 miles (+8,580)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    79,771 miles
    Test number
    941735009121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass71,191 miles (+11,101)
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    71,191 miles
    Test number
    164379198468

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass60,090 miles (+3,740)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    60,090 miles
    Test number
    550591507186
    • NoteN/s outer sill damaged
    • NoteRear cross car metal brake pipe corroded
    • NoteSlight play in n/s/r antiroll bar drop link
    • NoteWipers smeary

  25. Pass56,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    56,350 miles
    Test number
    434828276125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,350 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,350 miles
    Test number
    792077176152
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Questions about C6 MTT

Does C6 MTT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on C6 MTT is valid until 26 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on C6 MTT?
The MOT on C6 MTT is valid until 26 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has C6 MTT done?
C6 MTT was recorded at 154,797 miles at its MOT on 27 Apr 2026, an average of 4,963 miles a year.
Has C6 MTT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. C6 MTT has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Oct 2025.
Has the mileage on C6 MTT 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 C6 MTT find?
C6 MTT passed its latest MOT on 27 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; nearside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 3 more.

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