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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

M5 VBLMOT history

M5 VBL is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 22 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 117,152 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Apr 2026.

M5 VBL blue 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 22 Apr 2027
Mileage
117,152 mi
At MOT on 17 Apr 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,566 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VBL was last recorded at 117,152 miles on 17 Apr 2026, 4,502 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
112,650 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,502 miles
Average per year
3,566 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 117,152 miles
  • 2025 – 112,650 miles
  • 2024 – 112,419 miles
  • 2023 – 111,718 miles
  • 2022 – 111,178 miles
  • 2021 – 110,558 miles
  • 2019 – 110,518 miles
  • 2018 – 110,231 miles
  • 2017 – 108,045 miles
  • 2016 – 106,427 miles
  • 2015 – 102,275 miles
  • 2014 – 99,934 miles
  • 2013 – 87,279 miles
  • 2012 – 82,811 miles
  • 2011 – 79,754 miles
  • 2010 – 76,726 miles
  • 2009 – 71,105 miles
  • 2008 – 61,903 miles
  • 2007 – 53,986 miles
  • 2006 – 45,970 miles
  • 2005 – 44,375 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass117,152 miles
  • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (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.

  • 17% OPERATIONAL IMBALANCE ACROSS FRONT BRAKES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Front brake assembly binding slightly

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

27 tests since 18 Nov 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass117,152 miles (+4,502)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    117,152 miles
    Test number
    574888030535
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  2. Pass112,650 miles (+231)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    112,650 miles
    Test number
    997706441353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass112,419 miles (+701)
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    112,419 miles
    Test number
    781821962318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass111,718 miles (+540)
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    111,718 miles
    Test number
    599892655895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass111,178 miles (+620)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    111,178 miles
    Test number
    501518935061

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass110,558 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    110,558 miles
    Test number
    113517793535
    • AdvisoryGeneral under body corrosion

  7. FailMileage not read4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    Not read
    Test number
    838494438674
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pad warning lamp illuminated. Linings ok
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail110,518 miles (+287)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,518 miles
    Test number
    443150224595
    • MajorNearside Front All direction indicators not working SIDE REPEATER NOT WORKING (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  9. Pass110,231 miles (+23)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    110,231 miles
    Test number
    732979796481
    • Advisory17% OPERATIONAL IMBALANCE ACROSS FRONT BRAKES

  10. Fail110,208 miles (+2,163)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    110,208 miles
    Test number
    661800365856
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure OUTER WALL (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • Advisory17% OPERATIONAL IMBALANCE ACROSS FRONT BRAKES

  11. Pass108,045 miles (+18)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    108,045 miles
    Test number
    712607817951
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake assembly binding slightly

  12. Fail108,027 miles (+1,600)2 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,027 miles
    Test number
    432439895793
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake assembly binding slightly

  13. Pass106,427 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,427 miles
    Test number
    511713970057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail106,422 miles (+4,147)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,422 miles
    Test number
    256068053485
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass102,275 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    102,275 miles
    Test number
    709311785140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail102,273 miles (+2,339)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,273 miles
    Test number
    986051685107
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device obviously defective (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  17. Pass99,934 miles (+12,655)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    99,934 miles
    Test number
    668810414235
    • NoteCorrosion on brake pipes
    • NoteCuts in offside front tyre wall
    • NoteOil leaks

  18. Pass87,279 miles (+4,468)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    87,279 miles
    Test number
    199770103249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass82,811 miles (+3,057)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    82,811 miles
    Test number
    989157002201
    • NoteMain brake pipes slight corrosion
    • NoteRear diff seal leaking

  20. Pass79,754 miles (+3,028)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    79,754 miles
    Test number
    198592301244

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass76,726 miles (+5,621)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    76,726 miles
    Test number
    990996190181
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  22. Pass71,105 miles (+9,202)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    71,105 miles
    Test number
    791490919201

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass61,903 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    61,903 miles
    Test number
    450163598166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar level swith(poss for stability control)broken.

  24. Fail61,903 miles (+7,917)2 repaired2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,903 miles
    Test number
    821403398152
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • NoteFront anti roll bar level swith(poss for stability control)broken.

  25. Pass53,986 miles (+8,016)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 May 2008
    Odometer
    53,986 miles
    Test number
    250065627450
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass45,970 miles (+1,595)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    45,970 miles
    Test number
    361811786070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass44,375 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Nov 2006
    Odometer
    44,375 miles
    Test number
    153382925352

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 VBL

Does M5 VBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VBL is valid until 22 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VBL?
The MOT on M5 VBL is valid until 22 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 VBL done?
M5 VBL was recorded at 117,152 miles at its MOT on 17 Apr 2026, an average of 3,566 miles a year.
Has M5 VBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VBL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on M5 VBL 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 VBL find?
M5 VBL passed its latest MOT on 17 Apr 2026 with 1 advisory: parking brake efficiency only just met. it would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair..

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