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BMW M5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

M5 GBHMOT history

M5 GBH is a silver petrol BMW M5 first used on 6 Dec 2001. Its MOT is valid until 2 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 115,557 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Mar 2026.

M5 GBH silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 2 Mar 2027
Mileage
115,557 mi
At MOT on 3 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
3,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 GBH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Dec 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 2 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
3 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 GBH was last recorded at 115,557 miles on 3 Mar 2026, 25 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Dec 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
115,532 miles · 1 Dec 2025
Between the last two tests
25 miles
Average per year
3,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 115,557 miles
  • 2025 – 115,532 miles
  • 2024 – 114,736 miles
  • 2023 – 113,102 miles
  • 2022 – 110,575 miles
  • 2021 – 108,518 miles
  • 2020 – 107,138 miles
  • 2019 – 105,599 miles
  • 2018 – 101,930 miles
  • 2017 – 97,931 miles
  • 2016 – 92,410 miles
  • 2015 – 86,814 miles
  • 2014 – 81,776 miles
  • 2013 – 75,149 miles
  • 2012 – 68,968 miles
  • 2011 – 62,553 miles
  • 2010 – 58,915 miles
  • 2009 – 55,596 miles
  • 2008 – 50,739 miles
  • 2007 – 45,793 miles
  • 2006 – 40,654 miles
  • 2005 – 34,790 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass115,557 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicleRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2022

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2012

  • Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

27 tests since 5 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass115,557 miles (+25)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    115,557 miles
    Test number
    512438809570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicle

  2. Fail115,532 miles (+796)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,532 miles
    Test number
    163293584300
    • MajorNearside Front Outer 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 Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCorrosion present underside of vehicle

  3. Pass114,736 miles (+1,634)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    114,736 miles
    Test number
    916810308457
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by the jacking block (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive by the jacking block (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Pass113,102 miles (+2,527)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    113,102 miles
    Test number
    185389674771
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approximately 2 - 3mm on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near the jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approximately 2 - 3mm on both edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near the jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass110,575 miles (+2,057)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    110,575 miles
    Test number
    656125016884
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  6. Pass108,518 miles (+1,380)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    108,518 miles
    Test number
    489300400745
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced close to jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  7. Pass107,138 miles (+1,539)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    107,138 miles
    Test number
    756141219301
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear sills corroding around jacking points

  8. Pass105,599 miles (+3,669)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    105,599 miles
    Test number
    675616346251
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively x2 (1.2.1 (e))

  9. Pass101,930 miles (+3,999)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    101,930 miles
    Test number
    388841842284
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryEngine breather hoses collapsed x2

  10. Pass97,931 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    97,931 miles
    Test number
    661400659614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has undertrays fitted

  11. Fail97,931 miles (+5,521)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,931 miles
    Test number
    931977665155
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low Adjuster poor (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryVehicle has undertrays fitted

  12. Pass92,410 miles (+5,596)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    92,410 miles
    Test number
    489318106314
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  13. Pass86,814 miles (+53)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,814 miles
    Test number
    457160716308
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  14. Fail86,761 miles (+4,985)6 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,761 miles
    Test number
    884634230967
    • FailureNearside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • 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 Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted

  15. Pass81,776 miles (+6,627)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    81,776 miles
    Test number
    318039424367

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass75,149 miles (+6,181)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    75,149 miles
    Test number
    199416433314
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  17. Pass68,968 miles (+7)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    68,968 miles
    Test number
    946880042335
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Fail68,961 miles (+6,408)1 failure3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,961 miles
    Test number
    108739932365
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer 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)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Pass62,553 miles (+3,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    62,553 miles
    Test number
    489830141381
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

  20. Pass58,915 miles (+3,319)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    58,915 miles
    Test number
    941191140356
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  21. Pass55,596 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    55,596 miles
    Test number
    733342149389
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front rear lower arms inner bushes perishing
    • NoteLower steering u/j slight play

  22. Fail55,596 miles (+4,857)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,596 miles
    Test number
    201461249311
    • FailureNearside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureRear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteBoth front rear lower arms inner bushes perishing
    • NoteLower steering u/j slight play

  23. Pass50,739 miles (+4,946)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    50,739 miles
    Test number
    702532528349

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass45,793 miles (+5,139)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    45,793 miles
    Test number
    434504047449

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass40,654 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    40,654 miles
    Test number
    610480546369

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail40,654 miles (+5,864)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,654 miles
    Test number
    530899336374
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  27. Pass34,790 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    34,790 miles
    Test number
    901139835368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 GBH

Does M5 GBH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 GBH is valid until 2 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 GBH?
The MOT on M5 GBH is valid until 2 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 GBH done?
M5 GBH was recorded at 115,557 miles at its MOT on 3 Mar 2026, an average of 3,990 miles a year.
Has M5 GBH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 GBH has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Dec 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 GBH 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 M5 GBH find?
M5 GBH passed its latest MOT on 3 Mar 2026 with 7 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside front road wheel slightly distorted; nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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