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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,999 cc

M5 LPNMOT history

M5 LPN is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 29 Nov 2005. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026 and it has passed 13 of 15 MOT tests, with 80,161 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Jan 2025.

M5 LPN black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2026
Mileage
80,161 mi
At MOT on 11 Jan 2025
MOT tests
15
13 passed · 2 failed
Per year
3,284 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 LPN
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Nov 2005
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2026
Latest MOT test
11 Jan 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 LPN was last recorded at 80,161 miles on 11 Jan 2025, 3,805 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,356 miles · 11 Dec 2023
Between the last two tests
3,805 miles
Average per year
3,284 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 80,161 miles
  • 2023 – 76,356 miles
  • 2022 – 76,272 miles
  • 2018 – 74,247 miles
  • 2017 – 67,383 miles
  • 2016 – 55,186 miles
  • 2015 – 52,619 miles
  • 2014 – 50,294 miles
  • 2013 – 47,059 miles
  • 2012 – 42,498 miles
  • 2011 – 35,505 miles
  • 2009 – 31,956 miles
  • 2008 – 27,197 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,161 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

  • Engine bay/under body covers fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

15 tests since 25 Nov 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,161 miles (+3,805)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    80,161 miles
    Test number
    503851708140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass76,356 miles (+84)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    76,356 miles
    Test number
    850410273855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass76,272 miles (+2,025)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    76,272 miles
    Test number
    819186949391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass74,247 miles (+6,864)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    74,247 miles
    Test number
    151857242142
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipes surface corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Seat belts slow to retract
    • AdvisoryOffside Front front lower arm inner bush weak
  5. Pass67,383 miles (+64)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    67,383 miles
    Test number
    477429249794
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under body covers fitted
  6. Fail67,319 miles (+12,133)2 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,319 miles
    Test number
    213540158920
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cut (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit ON LIMIT (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • AdvisoryEngine bay/under body covers fitted
  7. Pass55,186 miles (+2,567)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    55,186 miles
    Test number
    563116342603

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass52,619 miles (+2,325)
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,619 miles
    Test number
    975209115104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass50,294 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2015
    Odometer
    50,294 miles
    Test number
    166444334135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail50,294 miles (+3,235)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,294 miles
    Test number
    245752634125
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  11. Pass47,059 miles (+4,561)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 May 2014
    Odometer
    47,059 miles
    Test number
    556624033149
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)
    • NoteSmall cut in near side front tyre outer wall cords not exposed
    • NoteWashers slightly weak
  12. Pass42,498 miles (+6,993)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    42,498 miles
    Test number
    416260732122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass35,505 miles (+3,549)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    35,505 miles
    Test number
    137631911170
    • NoteOn re/delivery road test scraping noise on left hand turns no fault found on mot
  14. Pass31,956 miles (+4,759)
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    31,956 miles
    Test number
    271019229366

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass27,197 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    27,197 miles
    Test number
    992110038313

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 LPN

Does M5 LPN currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 LPN expired on 10 Jan 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 LPN?
The MOT on M5 LPN expired on 10 Jan 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 LPN done?
M5 LPN was recorded at 80,161 miles at its MOT on 11 Jan 2025, an average of 3,284 miles a year.
Has M5 LPN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 LPN has failed 2 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Apr 2017.
Has the mileage on M5 LPN 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 LPN find?
M5 LPN passed its latest MOT on 11 Jan 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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