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BMW 3 Series

Silver · Diesel · 2004 · 1,995 cc

M5 SPEMOT history

M5 SPE is a silver diesel BMW 3 Series first used on 31 Mar 2004. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 18 of 20 MOT tests, with 69,682 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

M5 SPE silver BMW 3 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
69,682 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
20
18 passed · 2 failed
Per year
2,734 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 SPE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
3 Series
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
31 Mar 2004
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 SPE was last recorded at 69,682 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 482 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,200 miles · 16 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
482 miles
Average per year
2,734 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 69,682 miles
  • 2025 – 69,200 miles
  • 2024 – 67,152 miles
  • 2023 – 64,768 miles
  • 2022 – 61,562 miles
  • 2020 – 59,446 miles
  • 2019 – 55,371 miles
  • 2018 – 53,239 miles
  • 2017 – 51,597 miles
  • 2015 – 49,989 miles
  • 2014 – 47,590 miles
  • 2013 – 43,946 miles
  • 2012 – 40,567 miles
  • 2011 – 36,666 miles
  • 2010 – 32,203 miles
  • 2009 – 27,378 miles
  • 2008 – 22,604 miles
  • 2007 – 17,632 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,682 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.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Apr 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,682 miles (+482)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    69,682 miles
    Test number
    337222600623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass69,200 miles (+2,048)
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    69,200 miles
    Test number
    290904017170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass67,152 miles (+2,384)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    67,152 miles
    Test number
    985185378044

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass64,768 miles (+3,206)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    64,768 miles
    Test number
    384139249391

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass61,562 miles (+2,116)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    61,562 miles
    Test number
    625093488324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass59,446 miles (+4,075)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    59,446 miles
    Test number
    955051610574
    • 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))
  7. Pass55,371 miles (+2,132)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    55,371 miles
    Test number
    670517211929

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass53,239 miles (+1,642)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    53,239 miles
    Test number
    544706451091
    • AdvisoryFront anti roll bar slight corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight surface corrosion to rear brake pipes
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to exhaust
  9. Pass51,597 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    20 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    51,597 miles
    Test number
    290878454476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass49,989 miles (+2,399)1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    49,989 miles
    Test number
    927960505104
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteBody sill covers fitted
    • NoteCut in outer sidewall of nearside rear tyre
    • NoteDamage to front number plate
  11. Pass47,590 miles (+3,644)7 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    47,590 miles
    Test number
    526233494099
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBody sill covers fitted
    • NoteFront and rear brake discs corroded slightly
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn uneven
  12. Pass43,946 miles (+3,379)5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    43,946 miles
    Test number
    177476583015
    • NoteAge cracking to suspension rubbers
    • NoteFront and rear discs corroded
    • NoteFront no plate damaged
    • NoteMovement in lower arm rear bushes
    • NoteSurface corrosion to metal brake pipes
  13. Pass40,567 miles (+3,901)6 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    40,567 miles
    Test number
    195605092429
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteCorrosion to exhaust
    • NoteDamage to n/s/r tyre outer sidewall
    • NoteFront number plate delaminated
    • NoteHeadlight aims on upper limits
    • NoteStonechips in windscreen
  14. Pass36,666 miles (+4,463)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    36,666 miles
    Test number
    239038191059
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteFront discs worn
    • NoteFront no.plate poor
    • NoteOuter sills covered
    • NoteRear discs worn
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  15. Pass32,203 miles (+53)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    32,203 miles
    Test number
    201115600497
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing
  16. Fail32,150 miles (+4,772)1 dangerous1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    241354400416
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside mirror glass missing
  17. Pass27,378 miles (+4,774)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    27,378 miles
    Test number
    991137009197
    • NoteStone chips in windscreen
  18. Fail22,604 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,604 miles
    Test number
    104499278406
    • Repaired at testFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  19. Pass22,604 miles (+4,972)
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    22,604 miles
    Test number
    290409478076

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass17,632 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,632 miles
    Test number
    634473497054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 SPE

Does M5 SPE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 SPE is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 SPE?
The MOT on M5 SPE is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 SPE done?
M5 SPE was recorded at 69,682 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 2,734 miles a year.
Has M5 SPE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 SPE has failed 2 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Apr 2010.
Has the mileage on M5 SPE 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 SPE find?
M5 SPE passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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