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BMW 535

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 2,993 cc

M5 PBUMOT history

M5 PBU is a black diesel BMW 535 first used on 16 Aug 2005. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jan 2027 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 206,398 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jan 2026.

M5 PBU black 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 15 Jan 2027
Mileage
206,398 mi
At MOT on 16 Jan 2026
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
9,642 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 PBU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
535
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
2,993 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
16 Aug 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 PBU was last recorded at 206,398 miles on 16 Jan 2026, 2,186 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
204,212 miles · 14 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
2,186 miles
Average per year
9,642 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 206,398 miles
  • 2025 – 204,212 miles
  • 2024 – 197,388 miles
  • 2022 – 188,138 miles
  • 2021 – 178,049 miles
  • 2020 – 168,190 miles
  • 2019 – 159,628 miles
  • 2018 – 149,410 miles
  • 2017 – 137,404 miles
  • 2016 – 131,968 miles
  • 2015 – 122,323 miles
  • 2014 – 115,214 miles
  • 2013 – 109,963 miles
  • 2012 – 97,081 miles
  • 2011 – 84,582 miles
  • 2010 – 70,888 miles
  • 2009 – 55,011 miles
  • 2008 – 38,735 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass206,398 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (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.

  • Tyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2015

  • Offside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2013–2015

Full MOT history

23 tests since 27 Aug 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass206,398 miles (+2,186)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    206,398 miles
    Test number
    505645231340
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  2. Pass204,212 miles (+57)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    204,212 miles
    Test number
    585370767486
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  3. Fail204,155 miles (+6,767)2 dangerous1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    204,155 miles
    Test number
    295281138744
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

  4. Pass197,388 miles (+9,250)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    197,388 miles
    Test number
    883345300187
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass188,138 miles (+10,089)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    188,138 miles
    Test number
    143249240078

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass178,049 miles (+9,859)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    178,049 miles
    Test number
    862553975523

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass168,190 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    168,190 miles
    Test number
    308495928699

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail168,187 miles (+8,559)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    168,187 miles
    Test number
    468011438641
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over subframe (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded over subframe (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass159,628 miles (+10,218)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    159,628 miles
    Test number
    853079443849
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass149,410 miles (+91)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    149,410 miles
    Test number
    901183597276

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail149,319 miles (+11,915)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    149,319 miles
    Test number
    113479672961
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  12. Pass137,404 miles (+5,436)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    137,404 miles
    Test number
    963741765840
    • AdvisoryFront exhaust flexi pipe showing signs of slight sooting/blowing
    • AdvisoryBoth the front to rear brake pipes are corroding from centre of the car to the rear hoses and have been covered in grease

  13. Pass131,968 miles (+9,645)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    131,968 miles
    Test number
    447155313241
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

  14. Pass122,323 miles1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    122,323 miles
    Test number
    979705435070
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres are worn more on the inner edge.
    • NoteRear differential is leaking

  15. Fail122,323 miles (+7,109)1 dangerous1 failure4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    122,323 miles
    Test number
    727488325075
    • DangerousOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureFront registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryTyre pressure monitoring system warning lamp does not illuminate (4.1.D.4)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth sides front tyres are worn more on the inner edge.
    • NoteRear differential is leaking

  16. Fail115,214 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,214 miles
    Test number
    205130214051
    • Repaired at testSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

  17. Pass115,214 miles (+5,251)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    115,214 miles
    Test number
    958910714011

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail109,963 miles (+12,882)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    109,963 miles
    Test number
    246209013250
    • FailureNearside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Road wheel cracked (4.2.A.1a)

  19. Pass97,081 miles (+12,499)
    MOT expiry
    11 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    97,081 miles
    Test number
    216304492461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass84,582 miles (+13,694)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    84,582 miles
    Test number
    265313941275
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass70,888 miles (+15,877)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    70,888 miles
    Test number
    180637630220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,011 miles (+16,276)
    MOT expiry
    27 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    55,011 miles
    Test number
    893050449204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass38,735 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    38,735 miles
    Test number
    543620748201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 PBU

Does M5 PBU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 PBU is valid until 15 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 PBU?
The MOT on M5 PBU is valid until 15 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 PBU done?
M5 PBU was recorded at 206,398 miles at its MOT on 16 Jan 2026, an average of 9,642 miles a year.
Has M5 PBU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 PBU has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 PBU 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 PBU find?
M5 PBU passed its latest MOT on 16 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; offside front suspension arm ball joint has slight play.

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