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BMW 5 Series

Grey · Diesel · 2011 · 2,000 cc

L5 DVMMOT history

L5 DVM is a grey diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 27 Jan 2011. Its MOT is valid until 24 Jun 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 161,203 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Jun 2026.

L5 DVM grey BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 24 Jun 2027
Mileage
161,203 mi
At MOT on 24 Jun 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
7,812 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L5 DVM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2011
First used
27 Jan 2011
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L5 DVM was last recorded at 161,203 miles on 24 Jun 2026, 3,738 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
157,465 miles · 31 May 2025
Between the last two tests
3,738 miles
Average per year
7,812 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 161,203 miles
  • 2025 – 157,465 miles
  • 2024 – 153,542 miles
  • 2023 – 149,309 miles
  • 2022 – 144,917 miles
  • 2021 – 140,324 miles
  • 2020 – 129,502 miles
  • 2019 – 118,719 miles
  • 2018 – 111,980 miles
  • 2017 – 102,508 miles
  • 2016 – 92,820 miles
  • 2015 – 85,635 miles
  • 2014 – 64,057 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass161,203 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

18 tests since 16 Jan 2014, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass161,203 miles (+3,738)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    161,203 miles
    Test number
    170612191282

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass157,465 miles (+3,923)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    157,465 miles
    Test number
    534349902009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass153,542 miles (+4,233)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    153,542 miles
    Test number
    997879410419

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,309 miles (+4,392)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    149,309 miles
    Test number
    760719799489
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn outer (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass144,917 miles (+13)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    144,917 miles
    Test number
    715275606517
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread (5.2.3 (e))
  6. Fail144,904 miles (+4,580)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,904 miles
    Test number
    615510601351
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre wearing unevenly- close to limit central tread (5.2.3 (e))
  7. Pass140,324 miles (+10,822)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    140,324 miles
    Test number
    715577589769
    • MinorOffside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  8. Pass129,502 miles (+10,783)
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    129,502 miles
    Test number
    313366187062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass118,719 miles (+6,739)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    118,719 miles
    Test number
    460101694946
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both close (5.2.3 (e))
  10. Pass111,980 miles (+159)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    111,980 miles
    Test number
    401525954292

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail111,821 miles (+9,313)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    111,821 miles
    Test number
    394985255154
    • DangerousRear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
  12. Pass102,508 miles (+9,688)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    102,508 miles
    Test number
    252377272386
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit b0th (4.1.E.1)
  13. Pass92,820 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    20 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    92,820 miles
    Test number
    485117796589

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail92,819 miles (+1,999)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,819 miles
    Test number
    705152349541
    • FailureSuspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint both front lower arm balljoints excessive play.(rear of 2) (2.4.G.2)
  15. Pass90,820 miles (+5,185)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    90,820 miles
    Test number
    239561858782

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass85,635 miles (+21,578)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    85,635 miles
    Test number
    468725515052

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass64,057 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    64,057 miles
    Test number
    609956314061
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
  18. Fail64,057 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,057 miles
    Test number
    106286914476
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L5 DVM

Does L5 DVM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L5 DVM is valid until 24 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L5 DVM?
The MOT on L5 DVM is valid until 24 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L5 DVM done?
L5 DVM was recorded at 161,203 miles at its MOT on 24 Jun 2026, an average of 7,812 miles a year.
Has L5 DVM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L5 DVM has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 17 Jun 2022.
Has the mileage on L5 DVM 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 L5 DVM find?
L5 DVM passed its latest MOT on 24 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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