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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

M5 VBBMOT history

M5 VBB is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 12 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 6 Sept 2027 and it has passed 14 of 18 MOT tests, with 137,602 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Sept 2026.

M5 VBB black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 6 Sept 2027
Mileage
137,602 mi
At MOT on 7 Sept 2026
MOT tests
18
14 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,986 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VBB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
12 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 6 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VBB was last recorded at 137,602 miles on 7 Sept 2026, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
137,602 miles · 27 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,986 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 137,602 miles
  • 2025 – 133,618 miles
  • 2023 – 126,980 miles
  • 2016 – 120,416 miles
  • 2015 – 114,770 miles
  • 2014 – 106,043 miles
  • 2013 – 101,102 miles
  • 2012 – 99,447 miles
  • 2011 – 97,676 miles
  • 2010 – 88,883 miles
  • 2009 – 82,378 miles
  • 2008 – 73,099 miles
  • 2007 – 63,700 miles
  • 2006 – 56,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass137,602 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

18 tests since 18 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass137,602 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    137,602 miles
    Test number
    718060768667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail137,602 miles (+3,984)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,602 miles
    Test number
    494644829633
    • MajorDipswitch operation does not deflect all main beam headlamps to make them dipped beams (4.1.3 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
  3. Pass133,618 miles (+6,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    133,618 miles
    Test number
    578297843528
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive diff seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryAdvise both rear tyres are wearing on inner edges
  4. Pass126,980 miles (+6,564)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    126,980 miles
    Test number
    975181433940

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass120,416 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    120,416 miles
    Test number
    779338406898

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail120,352 miles (+5,582)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,352 miles
    Test number
    649920854001
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
  7. Pass114,770 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    5 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    114,770 miles
    Test number
    524546665997

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail114,769 miles (+8,726)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,769 miles
    Test number
    341052870316
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  9. Pass106,043 miles (+4,941)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 May 2015
    Odometer
    106,043 miles
    Test number
    545237224190
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
  10. Pass101,102 miles (+1,655)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    101,102 miles
    Test number
    116536363079
    • 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)
  11. Pass99,447 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    99,447 miles
    Test number
    195190082452

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass97,676 miles (+8,793)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    97,676 miles
    Test number
    287175981093

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass88,883 miles (+6,505)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,883 miles
    Test number
    340541570065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass82,378 miles (+9,279)
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    82,378 miles
    Test number
    963607969100

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass73,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    73,099 miles
    Test number
    954705168180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail73,092 miles (+9,392)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,092 miles
    Test number
    811445268131
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
  17. Pass63,700 miles (+7,036)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    63,700 miles
    Test number
    551336317192

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass56,664 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2007
    Odometer
    56,664 miles
    Test number
    324838936138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 VBB

Does M5 VBB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VBB is valid until 6 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VBB?
The MOT on M5 VBB is valid until 6 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 VBB done?
M5 VBB was recorded at 137,602 miles at its MOT on 7 Sept 2026, an average of 3,986 miles a year.
Has M5 VBB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VBB has failed 4 of its 18 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 VBB 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 VBB find?
M5 VBB passed its latest MOT on 7 Sept 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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