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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

LV51 FWCMOT history

LV51 FWC is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 9 Oct 2001. Its MOT is valid until 24 Sept 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 108,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 25 Sept 2026.

LV51 FWC blue 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 24 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,161 mi
At MOT on 25 Sept 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,793 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LV51 FWC
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
9 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 24 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
25 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LV51 FWC was last recorded at 108,161 miles on 25 Sept 2026.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 25 Sept 2026: 108,161 miles, lower than 1,077,673 miles on 31 Jul 2025.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
1,077,673 miles · 31 Jul 2025
Average per year
3,793 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,161 miles
  • 2025 – 1,077,673 miles
  • 2022 – 105,782 miles
  • 2021 – 104,354 miles
  • 2019 – 103,946 miles
  • 2017 – 101,486 miles
  • 2016 – 96,370 miles
  • 2015 – 91,443 miles
  • 2014 – 87,491 miles
  • 2013 – 83,143 miles
  • 2012 – 78,147 miles
  • 2011 – 72,243 miles
  • 2010 – 62,232 miles
  • 2009 – 53,948 miles
  • 2008 – 45,512 miles
  • 2007 – 37,743 miles
  • 2006 – 31,988 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,161 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 Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,161 miles (-969,512)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,161 miles
    Test number
    5954464

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass1,077,673 miles (+971,891)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    1,077,673 miles
    Test number
    4592956

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass105,782 miles (+1,428)
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    105,782 miles
    Test number
    495164593972

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass104,354 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    104,354 miles
    Test number
    23376778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail104,308 miles (+362)
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,308 miles
    Test number
    23305105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass103,946 miles (+2,460)
    MOT expiry
    28 May 2021
    Odometer
    103,946 miles
    Test number
    20774694

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,486 miles (+5,116)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    101,486 miles
    Test number
    18660470

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass96,370 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    96,370 miles
    Test number
    240321062299
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  9. Fail96,370 miles (+4,927)1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,370 miles
    Test number
    629391914657
    • FailureNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  10. Pass91,443 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    91,443 miles
    Test number
    848434810440
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  11. Fail91,443 miles (+3,952)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,443 miles
    Test number
    841468956030
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass87,491 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    87,491 miles
    Test number
    585267444256
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  13. Fail87,491 miles (+4,348)4 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,491 miles
    Test number
    276385744255
    • FailureCentre Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass83,143 miles (+4,996)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    83,143 miles
    Test number
    395162553430
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Pass78,147 miles (+144)
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    78,147 miles
    Test number
    799062352249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail78,003 miles (+5,760)2 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    78,003 miles
    Test number
    995757032214
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass72,243 miles (+10,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    72,243 miles
    Test number
    765469021279
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Torque/reaction arm has a slightly deteriorated rubber bush (2.4.G.2)

  18. Pass62,232 miles (+8,284)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    62,232 miles
    Test number
    280082830287
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  19. Pass53,948 miles (+177)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    53,948 miles
    Test number
    733062339220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail53,771 miles (+8,259)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,771 miles
    Test number
    673656029211
    • FailureFront Torque/reaction arm has a deteriorated rubber bush resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureFront Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  21. Pass45,512 miles (+7,769)
    MOT expiry
    2 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    45,512 miles
    Test number
    780727648230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass37,743 miles (+5,755)
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    37,743 miles
    Test number
    923172837253

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass31,988 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    31,988 miles
    Test number
    343967436476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LV51 FWC

Does LV51 FWC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LV51 FWC is valid until 24 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on LV51 FWC?
The MOT on LV51 FWC is valid until 24 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LV51 FWC done?
LV51 FWC was recorded at 108,161 miles at its MOT on 25 Sept 2026, an average of 3,793 miles a year.
Has LV51 FWC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LV51 FWC has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Sept 2021.
Has the mileage on LV51 FWC ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 25 Sept 2026. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LV51 FWC find?
LV51 FWC passed its latest MOT on 25 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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