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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

M5 LADMOT history

M5 LAD is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 5 Nov 1999. Its MOT is valid until 1 Oct 2027 and it has passed 7 of 12 MOT tests, with 90,245 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Oct 2026.

M5 LAD 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 1 Oct 2027
Mileage
90,245 mi
At MOT on 2 Oct 2026
MOT tests
12
7 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,174 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LAD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
5 Nov 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 LAD was last recorded at 90,245 miles on 2 Oct 2026, 3,458 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Dec 2015.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,787 miles · 21 Dec 2015
Between the last two tests
3,458 miles
Average per year
2,174 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 90,245 miles
  • 2015 – 86,787 miles
  • 2009 – 83,086 miles
  • 2008 – 71,818 miles
  • 2007 – 56,349 miles
  • 2005 – 45,075 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass90,245 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

12 tests since 23 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass90,245 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    293557456075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail90,245 miles1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,245 miles
    Test number
    882919841880
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. PassMileage not read3 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    961190974765
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  4. Pass86,787 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2016
    Odometer
    86,787 miles
    Test number
    780186742492
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  5. Fail86,787 miles1 failure5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,787 miles
    Test number
    738887166749
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  6. Fail86,787 miles (+3,701)11 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,787 miles
    Test number
    704795011154
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded both underbody between fuel tank and rear subframe (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureMain beam 'tell-tale' not working (1.7.4c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit both rear (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass83,086 miles (+11,268)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    83,086 miles
    Test number
    441539309415
    • DangerousRear tyres are on legal limit
    • 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)

  8. Pass71,818 miles (+15,469)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    71,818 miles
    Test number
    970741018227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,349 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    56,349 miles
    Test number
    250701967081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,346 miles (+11,271)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,346 miles
    Test number
    264359357033
    • FailureDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAdvise handbrake just passed.

  11. Pass45,075 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    45,075 miles
    Test number
    842327255341

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail45,075 miles2 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,075 miles
    Test number
    871127355339
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on outer edge
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteSlight play in steering system

Questions about M5 LAD

Does M5 LAD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 LAD is valid until 1 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 LAD?
The MOT on M5 LAD is valid until 1 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 LAD done?
M5 LAD was recorded at 90,245 miles at its MOT on 2 Oct 2026, an average of 2,174 miles a year.
Has M5 LAD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LAD has failed 5 of its 12 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 LAD 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 LAD find?
M5 LAD passed its latest MOT on 2 Oct 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced; offside front vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced.

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