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BMW M5

Red · Petrol · 2008 · 4,999 cc

M5 SWDMOT history

M5 SWD is a red petrol BMW M5 first used on 14 Jan 2008. Its MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024 and it has passed 12 of 13 MOT tests, with 109,598 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Dec 2023.

M5 SWD red BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Expired
On 19 Dec 2024
Mileage
109,598 mi
At MOT on 20 Dec 2023
MOT tests
13
12 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,468 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 SWD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
14 Jan 2008
MOT status
MOT expired on 19 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
20 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 SWD was last recorded at 109,598 miles on 20 Dec 2023, 3,074 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
106,524 miles · 6 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
3,074 miles
Average per year
6,468 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 109,598 miles
  • 2021 – 106,524 miles
  • 2020 – 100,962 miles
  • 2019 – 93,362 miles
  • 2018 – 86,539 miles
  • 2017 – 79,540 miles
  • 2016 – 74,218 miles
  • 2015 – 65,882 miles
  • 2014 – 53,872 miles
  • 2013 – 45,673 miles
  • 2011 – 34,386 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass109,598 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.

  • Parking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2017

Full MOT history

13 tests since 7 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass109,598 miles (+3,074)
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    109,598 miles
    Test number
    320927149296

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass106,524 miles (+5,562)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    106,524 miles
    Test number
    711200048522

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass100,962 miles (+7,600)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    100,962 miles
    Test number
    960672980780
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass93,362 miles (+6,823)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    93,362 miles
    Test number
    153024083336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass86,539 miles (+6,999)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    86,539 miles
    Test number
    461253112678
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Pass79,540 miles (+5,322)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    79,540 miles
    Test number
    148248829132
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  7. Pass74,218 miles (+8,336)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    74,218 miles
    Test number
    617474379767

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail65,882 miles3 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    139350835425
    • Repaired at testFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testRear registration plate character(s) likely to be misread (6.3.4b)
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  9. Pass65,882 miles (+12,010)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    65,882 miles
    Test number
    718430335086
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever ratchet mechanism is slightly worn (3.1.5)

  10. Pass53,872 miles (+8,199)1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    53,872 miles
    Test number
    846849744093
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  11. Pass45,673 miles (+11,287)
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    45,673 miles
    Test number
    146494903424

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass34,386 miles (+8,551)
    MOT expiry
    6 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    34,386 miles
    Test number
    936381341383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass25,835 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    14 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    25,835 miles
    Test number
    839287501021
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing low from outer edge

Questions about M5 SWD

Does M5 SWD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 SWD expired on 19 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 SWD?
The MOT on M5 SWD expired on 19 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 SWD done?
M5 SWD was recorded at 109,598 miles at its MOT on 20 Dec 2023, an average of 6,468 miles a year.
Has M5 SWD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 SWD has failed 1 of its 13 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jan 2015.
Has the mileage on M5 SWD 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 SWD find?
M5 SWD passed its latest MOT on 20 Dec 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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