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BMW 540

Black · Petrol · 1998 · 4,398 cc

M5 MUJMOT history

M5 MUJ is a black petrol BMW 540 first used on 31 Dec 1998. Its MOT is valid until 5 Mar 2027 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 88,186 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Mar 2026.

M5 MUJ black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 5 Mar 2027
Mileage
88,186 mi
At MOT on 6 Mar 2026
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
1,626 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 MUJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
540
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,398 cc
Year of manufacture
1998
First used
31 Dec 1998
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 MUJ was last recorded at 88,186 miles on 6 Mar 2026, 1,663 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Aug 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
86,523 miles · 17 Aug 2022
Between the last two tests
1,663 miles
Average per year
1,626 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 88,186 miles
  • 2022 – 86,523 miles
  • 2021 – 85,273 miles
  • 2020 – 83,753 miles
  • 2019 – 80,816 miles
  • 2018 – 75,257 miles
  • 2016 – 74,901 miles
  • 2015 – 74,730 miles
  • 2013 – 72,147 miles
  • 2010 – 72,032 miles
  • 2009 – 68,349 miles
  • 2008 – 61,512 miles
  • 2007 – 59,675 miles
  • 2005 – 54,396 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,186 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.

  • Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, not affecting structural integrity

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020

  • Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

    Dangerous3 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2009–2013

Full MOT history

19 tests since 25 May 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,186 miles (+1,663)
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    88,186 miles
    Test number
    702530110122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,523 miles (+1,250)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    86,523 miles
    Test number
    389666148399
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass85,273 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    85,273 miles
    Test number
    790932821094
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, rotten, not affecting structural integrity. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  4. Fail85,265 miles (+1,512)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,265 miles
    Test number
    920148666750
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill, rotten, not affecting structural integrity. (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Pass83,753 miles (+4)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    83,753 miles
    Test number
    419816461530
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, not affecting structural integrity (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Fail83,749 miles (+8)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,749 miles
    Test number
    443806522989
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, not affecting structural integrity (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Fail83,741 miles (+2,925)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,741 miles
    Test number
    302623862978
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre fouling a part of the vehicle wheel arch liner (5.2.3 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded above fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill, not affecting structural integrity (7.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass80,816 miles (+5,559)
    MOT expiry
    20 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    80,816 miles
    Test number
    929616489910

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass75,257 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    75,257 miles
    Test number
    602698765845

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass74,901 miles (+171)
    MOT expiry
    25 May 2017
    Odometer
    74,901 miles
    Test number
    845824399356

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass74,730 miles (+2,583)
    MOT expiry
    12 May 2016
    Odometer
    74,730 miles
    Test number
    269243235192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass72,147 miles (+13)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    72,147 miles
    Test number
    356705073246
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  13. Fail72,134 miles (+49)3 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,134 miles
    Test number
    568789163276
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteOil leak

  14. Fail72,085 miles (+53)9 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,085 miles
    Test number
    135236353494
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  15. Fail72,032 miles (+3,683)1 dangerous1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,032 miles
    Test number
    780653780048
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteBrake warning light on

  16. Fail68,349 miles (+6,837)2 dangerous5 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,349 miles
    Test number
    203481949033
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureFront Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to the swept area in excess of a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  17. Pass61,512 miles (+1,837)
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    61,512 miles
    Test number
    591926438003

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass59,675 miles (+5,279)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    59,675 miles
    Test number
    472530827004

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass54,396 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2006
    Odometer
    54,396 miles
    Test number
    741035745196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 MUJ

Does M5 MUJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 MUJ is valid until 5 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 MUJ?
The MOT on M5 MUJ is valid until 5 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 MUJ done?
M5 MUJ was recorded at 88,186 miles at its MOT on 6 Mar 2026, an average of 1,626 miles a year.
Has M5 MUJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 MUJ has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Aug 2021.
Has the mileage on M5 MUJ 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 MUJ find?
M5 MUJ passed its latest MOT on 6 Mar 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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