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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

M5 GGJMOT history

M5 GGJ is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 14 May 2027 and it has passed 20 of 29 MOT tests, with 207,796 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 May 2026.

M5 GGJ 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 14 May 2027
Mileage
207,796 mi
At MOT on 15 May 2026
MOT tests
29
20 passed · 9 failed
Per year
7,298 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 GGJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 14 May 2027
Latest MOT test
15 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 GGJ was last recorded at 207,796 miles on 15 May 2026, 1,060 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
206,736 miles · 15 May 2025
Between the last two tests
1,060 miles
Average per year
7,298 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 207,796 miles
  • 2025 – 206,736 miles
  • 2024 – 203,785 miles
  • 2023 – 202,285 miles
  • 2022 – 194,892 miles
  • 2021 – 181,776 miles
  • 2020 – 174,732 miles
  • 2019 – 158,554 miles
  • 2018 – 149,841 miles
  • 2017 – 146,047 miles
  • 2015 – 141,257 miles
  • 2014 – 134,885 miles
  • 2013 – 128,773 miles
  • 2012 – 121,442 miles
  • 2011 – 116,057 miles
  • 2010 – 108,943 miles
  • 2009 – 100,577 miles
  • 2008 – 87,852 miles
  • 2007 – 77,559 miles
  • 2006 – 63,789 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass207,796 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded and rubber attachment perished
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Electronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault

    Major3 MOTs, 2024–2026

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

29 tests since 21 Aug 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass207,796 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2027
    Odometer
    207,796 miles
    Test number
    697923420488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded and rubber attachment perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail207,796 miles (+1,060)5 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    207,796 miles
    Test number
    853876937987
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • 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 Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorProp shaft flexible coupling excessively deteriorated forward bush (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Fuel Pipe/s corroded and rubber attachment perished
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass206,736 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2026
    Odometer
    206,736 miles
    Test number
    580591259033
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail206,733 miles (+2,948)1 dangerous2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    206,733 miles
    Test number
    323065671001
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) with different aspect ratios are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexible corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass203,785 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    203,785 miles
    Test number
    133395523437
    • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking points heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Fail203,785 miles (+1,500)1 major1 repaired5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    203,785 miles
    Test number
    426134652841
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • Repaired at testSide repeater not working nearside and offside bulbs fitted under P.R.S (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBoth rear jacking points heavily corroded
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened front and rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play rearward (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass202,285 miles (+7,393)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    202,285 miles
    Test number
    274471852941
    • AdvisoryCentral Prop shaft flexible coupling slightly deteriorated (6.1.7 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play forward bottom ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear rear diff oil seal slight mist of oil
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge n/s and o/s (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass194,892 miles (+13,116)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    194,892 miles
    Test number
    682112499930
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass181,776 miles (+7,044)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    181,776 miles
    Test number
    910933765191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass174,732 miles (+16,178)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    174,732 miles
    Test number
    745503421058
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear redg lights masked off,removed at time of test.

  11. Pass158,554 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    158,554 miles
    Test number
    659964016101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail158,554 miles (+8,713)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,554 miles
    Test number
    259213787811
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  13. Pass149,841 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    149,841 miles
    Test number
    805384201164
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs,advise (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Fuel pipe slightly chafed fuel pipe has corrosion,advise (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill,advise (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill,advise (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both osr and nsr,advise (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs,advise (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail149,840 miles (+3,793)4 failures11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,840 miles
    Test number
    656596030156
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim too low both osf and nsf (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryCentral Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs,advise (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Fuel pipe slightly chafed fuel pipe has corrosion,advise (7.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill,advise (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded advise (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion inner sill,advise (6.1.B.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured both osr and nsr,advise (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs,advise (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass146,047 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    146,047 miles
    Test number
    817546674738
    • AdvisoryFront both shockers weak,advise
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs scored,advise (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad sensor wire broken,advise
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe has slight corrosion,advise
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides brake pads very low,advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower both sides inner sills have slight corrosion,advise
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted and scored,advise (3.5.1i)

  16. Fail146,047 miles (+4,790)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,047 miles
    Test number
    542752889095
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working reg lamp inoperative (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryFront both shockers weak,advise
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs scored,advise (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake pad sensor wire broken,advise
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake pipe has slight corrosion,advise
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides brake pads very low,advise (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear Lower both sides inner sills have slight corrosion,advise
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both discs pitted and scored,advise (3.5.1i)

  17. Pass141,257 miles (+6,372)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    141,257 miles
    Test number
    436905055678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a nail
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe has slight corrosion

  18. Pass134,885 miles4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    134,885 miles
    Test number
    199167914351
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDashboard indicates fault with brake lignings
    • NoteFront brake pad wear indicator snapped

  19. Fail134,885 miles (+6,112)2 repaired4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,885 miles
    Test number
    567387514305
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteDashboard indicates fault with brake lignings
    • NoteFront brake pad wear indicator snapped

  20. Pass128,773 miles (+7,331)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    128,773 miles
    Test number
    557015313358
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  21. Pass121,442 miles (+7)3 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    121,442 miles
    Test number
    395647912316
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges, also have small cracks forming on inner walls,. 245/40/18y
    • NoteBrake lining warning light on dash, pads look ok,
    • NoteN/s/f exhaust bracket deteriated,.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre stepped on shoulder, this requires attention, both rears bald on inner edges. 265/35/18

  22. Fail121,435 miles (+5,378)1 failure3 advisories7 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    121,435 miles
    Test number
    405440312478
    • FailureOffside Rear passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres going bald on inner edges, also have small cracks forming on inner walls,. 245/40/18y
    • NoteBoth rear tyres bald inner edges. 265/35/18
    • NoteBrake lining warning light on dash, pads look ok,
    • NoteN/s/f exhaust bracket deteriated,.
    • NoteN/s/r tyre stepped on inner wall, this requires attention,

  23. Pass116,057 miles (+18)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    116,057 miles
    Test number
    857959101359
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  24. Fail116,039 miles (+7,096)5 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,039 miles
    Test number
    288675501343
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  25. Pass108,943 miles (+8,366)
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    108,943 miles
    Test number
    331448060450

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass100,577 miles (+12,725)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    100,577 miles
    Test number
    812078769255
    • NoteBoth rear exhaust clamps corroded needs new clamps
    • NoteFront and rear no plates wrong style german font advise change
    • NoteOil leak on rear axle dif

  27. Pass87,852 miles (+10,293)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    87,852 miles
    Test number
    691725438254

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass77,559 miles (+13,770)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    77,559 miles
    Test number
    152424837211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass63,789 miles
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    63,789 miles
    Test number
    990543436210

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 GGJ

Does M5 GGJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 GGJ is valid until 14 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 GGJ?
The MOT on M5 GGJ is valid until 14 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 GGJ done?
M5 GGJ was recorded at 207,796 miles at its MOT on 15 May 2026, an average of 7,298 miles a year.
Has M5 GGJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 GGJ has failed 9 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 15 May 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 GGJ 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 GGJ find?
M5 GGJ passed its latest MOT on 15 May 2026 with 4 advisories: nearside front play in steering rack inner joint(s); nearside rear fluid leak, but not excessive diff seal; nearside rear fuel pipe/s corroded and rubber attachment perished, and 1 more.

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