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BMW 535

Blue · Petrol · 1998 · 3,498 cc

M5 GCLMOT history

M5 GCL is a blue petrol BMW 535 first used on 13 May 1998. Its MOT is valid until 17 Sept 2027 and it has passed 19 of 36 MOT tests, with 205,326 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Sept 2026.

M5 GCL 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 17 Sept 2027
Mileage
205,326 mi
At MOT on 18 Sept 2026
MOT tests
36
19 passed · 17 failed
Per year
3,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 GCL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
3,498 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
13 May 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
18 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 GCL was last recorded at 205,326 miles on 18 Sept 2026, 3,003 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
202,323 miles · 15 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
3,003 miles
Average per year
3,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 205,326 miles
  • 2025 – 202,323 miles
  • 2024 – 196,255 miles
  • 2023 – 193,022 miles
  • 2022 – 189,483 miles
  • 2021 – 185,566 miles
  • 2019 – 184,882 miles
  • 2018 – 184,371 miles
  • 2017 – 183,351 miles
  • 2016 – 182,154 miles
  • 2015 – 180,226 miles
  • 2014 – 178,847 miles
  • 2013 – 176,424 miles
  • 2011 – 172,331 miles
  • 2010 – 167,198 miles
  • 2009 – 160,206 miles
  • 2008 – 152,921 miles
  • 2007 – 147,103 miles
  • 2006 – 138,637 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass205,326 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front osf seat belt slow to retract
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • 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.

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory7 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure7 MOTs, 2008–2017

  • Oil leak

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass205,326 miles (+3,003)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    205,326 miles
    Test number
    551428759152
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front osf seat belt slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

  2. Pass202,323 miles (+7)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    202,323 miles
    Test number
    647874615132
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  3. Fail202,316 miles (+57)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,316 miles
    Test number
    945907412531
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed co reading to high (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

  4. Fail202,259 miles (+6,004)8 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    202,259 miles
    Test number
    924409671118
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak strut (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front door mirror cover missing
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both reversing lights inoperative

  5. Pass196,255 miles (+29)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    196,255 miles
    Test number
    819008260439
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Fail196,226 miles1 dangerous9 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,226 miles
    Test number
    785813307866
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Fail196,226 miles (+3,204)1 dangerous8 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    196,226 miles
    Test number
    648673947059
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  8. Pass193,022 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    193,022 miles
    Test number
    545168782211
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail193,020 miles (+3,537)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    193,020 miles
    Test number
    853304113501
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users coolant leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass189,483 miles (+3,917)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    189,483 miles
    Test number
    670774967368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass185,566 miles (+2)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    185,566 miles
    Test number
    655657954167
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  12. Fail185,564 miles (+682)2 major6 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    185,564 miles
    Test number
    113435331738
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySlight play in steering

  13. Pass184,882 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    184,882 miles
    Test number
    797112692000
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under shield area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  14. Fail184,881 miles (+510)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,881 miles
    Test number
    702395457228
    • MajorNearside Front Road wheel fixing missing wheel bolt missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Exhaust system insecure tailpipe mounting insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive under shield area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill to floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  15. Pass184,371 miles (+34)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    184,371 miles
    Test number
    152902258602
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S AND O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySTEERING LINKAGE HAS PLAY

  16. Fail184,337 miles (+986)8 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    184,337 miles
    Test number
    446695033352
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear All direction indicators incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm ball joint has slight play N/S AND O/S (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySTEERING LINKAGE HAS PLAY

  17. Pass183,351 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    183,351 miles
    Test number
    400189910671
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  18. Fail183,350 miles (+1,196)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,350 miles
    Test number
    909838365537
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Non obligatory mirror damaged
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  19. Pass182,154 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    182,154 miles
    Test number
    773841748160
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  20. Fail182,153 miles (+1,927)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    182,153 miles
    Test number
    451237602002
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (3.5.1g)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  21. Pass180,226 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2016
    Odometer
    180,226 miles
    Test number
    429688625123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail180,226 miles (+1,379)9 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    180,226 miles
    Test number
    499715125193
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOil leak

  23. Pass178,847 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2015
    Odometer
    178,847 miles
    Test number
    326596524174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail178,847 miles (+2,423)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,847 miles
    Test number
    486629514175
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass176,424 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    176,424 miles
    Test number
    297985613024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail176,381 miles (+4,050)6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,381 miles
    Test number
    128419303490
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  27. Pass172,331 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    172,331 miles
    Test number
    957974901379

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail172,331 miles (+5,133)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    172,331 miles
    Test number
    649364501316
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  29. Pass167,198 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    167,198 miles
    Test number
    860510900380

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Fail167,198 miles (+6,992)6 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,198 miles
    Test number
    811085290246
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear brake grabbing slightly (3.7.A.5b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChange front wiper blades soon.

  31. Pass160,206 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    160,206 miles
    Test number
    463846699289

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  32. Fail160,206 miles (+7,285)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    160,206 miles
    Test number
    564706599278
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • 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)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  33. Pass152,921 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    152,921 miles
    Test number
    320834998211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  34. Fail152,921 miles (+5,818)5 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,921 miles
    Test number
    641394098280
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching by more than 10mm within zone 'A' (8.3.1b)
    • NoteOffside rear wheel binding slightly

  35. Pass147,103 miles (+8,466)
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    147,103 miles
    Test number
    991382397281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  36. Pass138,637 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    138,637 miles
    Test number
    292087816465
    • NoteSlight play osr stub axle lower bush.

Questions about M5 GCL

Does M5 GCL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 GCL is valid until 17 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 GCL?
The MOT on M5 GCL is valid until 17 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 GCL done?
M5 GCL was recorded at 205,326 miles at its MOT on 18 Sept 2026, an average of 3,269 miles a year.
Has M5 GCL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 GCL has failed 17 of its 36 MOT tests, most recently on 21 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 GCL 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 GCL find?
M5 GCL passed its latest MOT on 18 Sept 2026 with 2 minor defects and 5 advisories: offside rear upper suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords, and 4 more.

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