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Silver · Diesel · 2000 · 3,000 cc

M5 GKOMOT history

M5 GKO is a silver diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 20 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025 and it has passed 10 of 13 MOT tests, with 175,056 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Mar 2024.

M5 GKO silver BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 12 Mar 2025
Mileage
175,056 mi
At MOT on 13 Mar 2024
MOT tests
13
10 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 GKO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
3,000 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
20 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 12 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 GKO was last recorded at 175,056 miles on 13 Mar 2024, 14,184 miles more than at the previous MOT on 1 Oct 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
160,872 miles · 1 Oct 2021
Between the last two tests
14,184 miles
Average per year
4,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 175,056 miles
  • 2021 – 160,872 miles
  • 2020 – 149,496 miles
  • 2019 – 134,420 miles
  • 2013 – 122,428 miles
  • 2011 – 119,897 miles
  • 2010 – 115,943 miles
  • 2008 – 112,660 miles
  • 2007 – 105,382 miles
  • 2006 – 98,748 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass175,056 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corrodedRecorded at 3 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Nearside Front Tyre outer edge worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

13 tests since 14 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass175,056 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    175,056 miles
    Test number
    655068390783
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  2. Fail175,056 miles (+14,184)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    175,056 miles
    Test number
    208601550258
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorElectronic stability control warning lamp indicates a fault (7.12 (e))
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass160,872 miles (+11,376)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    160,872 miles
    Test number
    417014253111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass149,496 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    149,496 miles
    Test number
    375539603119
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  5. Fail149,496 miles (+15,076)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,496 miles
    Test number
    915116878941
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  6. Pass134,420 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    134,420 miles
    Test number
    886025677519
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  7. Fail134,415 miles (+11,987)1 dangerous3 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,415 miles
    Test number
    238908956783
    • DangerousBrake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre outer edge worn
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  8. Pass122,428 miles (+2,531)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    122,428 miles
    Test number
    745069773019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass119,897 miles (+3,954)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    119,897 miles
    Test number
    225380991454

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass115,943 miles (+3,283)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    115,943 miles
    Test number
    631773780192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass112,660 miles (+7,278)
    MOT expiry
    2 May 2009
    Odometer
    112,660 miles
    Test number
    772684828183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,382 miles (+6,634)
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    105,382 miles
    Test number
    640409837061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass98,748 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    98,748 miles
    Test number
    364494416038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 GKO

Does M5 GKO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 GKO expired on 12 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 GKO?
The MOT on M5 GKO expired on 12 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 GKO done?
M5 GKO was recorded at 175,056 miles at its MOT on 13 Mar 2024, an average of 4,202 miles a year.
Has M5 GKO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 GKO has failed 3 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Mar 2024.
Has the mileage on M5 GKO 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 GKO find?
M5 GKO passed its latest MOT on 13 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded; nearside rear anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play; nearside rear integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced jacking points, and 2 more.

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