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BMW 120

Grey · Diesel · 2016 · 1,995 cc

M5 MTUMOT history

M5 MTU is a grey diesel BMW 120 first used on 4 Sept 2016. Its MOT is valid until 5 Sept 2027 and it has passed 8 of 9 MOT tests, with 73,769 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Aug 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Sept 2027
Mileage
73,769 mi
At MOT on 29 Aug 2026
MOT tests
9
8 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,228 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 MTU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
120
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
4 Sept 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 MTU was last recorded at 73,769 miles on 29 Aug 2026, 9,182 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
64,587 miles · 7 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
9,182 miles
Average per year
6,228 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,769 miles
  • 2025 – 64,587 miles
  • 2024 – 60,226 miles
  • 2023 – 51,779 miles
  • 2022 – 42,208 miles
  • 2021 – 39,249 miles
  • 2020 – 34,768 miles
  • 2019 – 30,303 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass73,769 miles
  • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

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.

  • Covers + Shields Fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

9 tests since 6 Sept 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass73,769 miles (+9,182)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    73,769 miles
    Test number
    793329107922
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45R17 Both sides (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass64,587 miles (+4,361)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    64,587 miles
    Test number
    783596222848
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff Has Seepage, Advise For Further Inspection (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass60,226 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    60,226 miles
    Test number
    599804451834
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail60,226 miles (+8,447)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,226 miles
    Test number
    476853979983
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers + Shields Fitted
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass51,779 miles (+9,571)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    51,779 miles
    Test number
    606562120673
    • AdvisoryCovers and Shields fitted

  6. Pass42,208 miles (+2,959)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    42,208 miles
    Test number
    937820249262
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bumpers slightly damaged
    • AdvisoryRear diff leaking oil

  7. Pass39,249 miles (+4,481)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    39,249 miles
    Test number
    958865225570
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass34,768 miles (+4,465)
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    34,768 miles
    Test number
    227870409403

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass30,303 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    30,303 miles
    Test number
    449173677415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 MTU

Does M5 MTU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 MTU is valid until 5 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 MTU?
The MOT on M5 MTU is valid until 5 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 MTU done?
M5 MTU was recorded at 73,769 miles at its MOT on 29 Aug 2026, an average of 6,228 miles a year.
Has M5 MTU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 MTU has failed 1 of its 9 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on M5 MTU 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 MTU find?
M5 MTU passed its latest MOT on 29 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 225/45r17 both sides.

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