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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 2,979 cc

M5 LNOMOT history

M5 LNO is a silver petrol BMW 3 Series first used on 6 Nov 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026 and it has passed 15 of 25 MOT tests, with 173,855 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Feb 2026.

M5 LNO silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 1 Mar 2026
Mileage
173,855 mi
At MOT on 11 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
15 passed · 10 failed
Per year
5,351 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,979 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
6 Nov 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Feb 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

M5 LNO was last recorded at 173,855 miles on 11 Feb 2026, 8,407 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
165,448 miles · 7 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
8,407 miles
Average per year
5,351 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 173,855 miles
  • 2025 – 165,448 miles
  • 2024 – 156,954 miles
  • 2023 – 147,677 miles
  • 2022 – 142,765 miles
  • 2021 – 141,863 miles
  • 2020 – 138,595 miles
  • 2019 – 133,601 miles
  • 2018 – 128,054 miles
  • 2016 – 123,019 miles
  • 2015 – 113,595 miles
  • 2014 – 108,240 miles
  • 2013 – 103,204 miles
  • 2011 – 97,893 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail173,855 miles
  • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory6 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2013–2016

  • Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2024

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Oil leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 21 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail173,855 miles (+8,407)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    173,855 miles
    Test number
    700318118252
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass165,448 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    165,448 miles
    Test number
    917295459762
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail165,448 miles (+8,494)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,448 miles
    Test number
    499421339293
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 21% (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass156,954 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    156,954 miles
    Test number
    929010623608
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail156,954 miles (+9,277)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,954 miles
    Test number
    306368476537
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass147,677 miles (+4,912)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    147,677 miles
    Test number
    186675507137
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass142,765 miles (+902)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    142,765 miles
    Test number
    392141536473
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass141,863 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    141,863 miles
    Test number
    247164258249
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Fail141,863 miles (+3,268)2 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,863 miles
    Test number
    399240026766
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass138,595 miles (+25)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    138,595 miles
    Test number
    845483729022
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail138,570 miles (+4,969)3 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,570 miles
    Test number
    979439438260
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + nail in tyre 2.50mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge + nail in tyre 2.45 (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass133,601 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    133,601 miles
    Test number
    640376725585
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Fail133,601 miles (+5,547)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,601 miles
    Test number
    731794587520
    • MajorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated drop link (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  14. Pass128,054 miles (+34)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2019
    Odometer
    128,054 miles
    Test number
    336029202946
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  15. Fail128,020 miles (+5,001)2 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,020 miles
    Test number
    342403580957
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  16. Pass123,019 miles (+4,534)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    123,019 miles
    Test number
    421247479880
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  17. Pass118,485 miles (+168)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    118,485 miles
    Test number
    592948321216
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  18. Fail118,317 miles (+4,722)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,317 miles
    Test number
    341336753687
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays

  19. Pass113,595 miles (+5,355)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    113,595 miles
    Test number
    147304415434

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass108,240 miles (+5,036)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    108,240 miles
    Test number
    397317804051
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  21. Pass103,204 miles (+5,311)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    103,204 miles
    Test number
    116551013029
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test

  22. Pass97,893 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    775956551398
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  23. Fail97,893 miles (+4,614)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,893 miles
    Test number
    165636351321
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  24. Pass93,279 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    93,279 miles
    Test number
    466461121003
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside rear discs corroding on surface

  25. Fail93,279 miles2 repaired1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,279 miles
    Test number
    725511121045
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteNearside rear discs corroding on surface

Questions about M5 LNO

Does M5 LNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 LNO expired on 1 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 LNO?
The MOT on M5 LNO expired on 1 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 LNO done?
M5 LNO was recorded at 173,855 miles at its MOT on 11 Feb 2026, an average of 5,351 miles a year.
Has M5 LNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LNO has failed 10 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 LNO 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 LNO find?
M5 LNO failed its latest MOT on 11 Feb 2026 with 3 major defects and 1 advisory: nearside front windscreen washer not working; nearside rear outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill; offside rear outer integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill, and 1 more.

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