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BMW 5 Series

Black · Petrol · 2018 · 1,998 cc

J4 ECFMOT history

J4 ECF is a black petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 30 Apr 2018. Its MOT is valid until 9 Feb 2027 and it has passed 6 of 6 MOT tests, with 65,317 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jan 2026.

J4 ECF black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 9 Feb 2027
Mileage
65,317 mi
At MOT on 20 Jan 2026
MOT tests
6
6 passed · 0 failed
Per year
8,005 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
J4 ECF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,998 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
30 Apr 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
20 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

J4 ECF was last recorded at 65,317 miles on 20 Jan 2026, 5,305 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
60,012 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
5,305 miles
Average per year
8,005 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 65,317 miles
  • 2025 – 60,012 miles
  • 2024 – 52,264 miles
  • 2023 – 41,781 miles
  • 2022 – 33,953 miles
  • 2021 – 26,964 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass65,317 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

6 tests since 6 Apr 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass65,317 miles (+5,305)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    65,317 miles
    Test number
    145940993284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside & offside (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  2. Pass60,012 miles (+7,748)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    60,012 miles
    Test number
    297843209226
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  3. Pass52,264 miles (+10,483)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    52,264 miles
    Test number
    965448282024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass41,781 miles (+7,828)
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    41,781 miles
    Test number
    733591257790

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass33,953 miles (+6,989)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    33,953 miles
    Test number
    733869651912
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  6. Pass26,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    26,964 miles
    Test number
    530894584930

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about J4 ECF

Does J4 ECF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on J4 ECF is valid until 9 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on J4 ECF?
The MOT on J4 ECF is valid until 9 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has J4 ECF done?
J4 ECF was recorded at 65,317 miles at its MOT on 20 Jan 2026, an average of 8,005 miles a year.
Has J4 ECF ever failed its MOT?
No. J4 ECF has passed all 6 of its MOT tests on record.
Has the mileage on J4 ECF 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 J4 ECF find?
J4 ECF passed its latest MOT on 20 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both nearside & offside, and 3 more.

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