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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2013 · 4,395 cc

M5 VLXMOT history

M5 VLX is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 2 Sept 2013. Its MOT is valid until 25 Sept 2027 and it has passed 10 of 11 MOT tests, with 108,673 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Sept 2026.

M5 VLX blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 25 Sept 2027
Mileage
108,673 mi
At MOT on 26 Sept 2026
MOT tests
11
10 passed · 1 failed
Per year
6,389 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VLX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,395 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
2 Sept 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 25 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Sept 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VLX was last recorded at 108,673 miles on 26 Sept 2026, 5,913 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
102,760 miles · 12 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
5,913 miles
Average per year
6,389 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,673 miles
  • 2025 – 102,760 miles
  • 2024 – 97,961 miles
  • 2023 – 90,645 miles
  • 2022 – 83,912 miles
  • 2021 – 75,108 miles
  • 2019 – 65,957 miles
  • 2018 – 59,327 miles
  • 2017 – 48,264 miles
  • 2016 – 43,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass108,673 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

Full MOT history

11 tests since 28 Jul 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass108,673 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    108,673 miles
    Test number
    261519786579
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  2. Fail108,673 miles (+5,913)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,673 miles
    Test number
    148524646734
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryExhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration (8.2.1.2 (g))

  3. Pass102,760 miles (+4,799)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    102,760 miles
    Test number
    144772155802
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass97,961 miles (+7,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    97,961 miles
    Test number
    788833857933
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  5. Pass90,645 miles (+6,733)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    90,645 miles
    Test number
    493029241237
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass83,912 miles (+8,804)
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    83,912 miles
    Test number
    216207140256

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass75,108 miles (+9,151)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    75,108 miles
    Test number
    597844954913
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  8. Pass65,957 miles (+6,630)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    65,957 miles
    Test number
    144687127071

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass59,327 miles (+11,063)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    59,327 miles
    Test number
    342459368752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass48,264 miles (+4,525)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    48,264 miles
    Test number
    402316373054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass43,739 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    43,739 miles
    Test number
    720414433062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 VLX

Does M5 VLX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VLX is valid until 25 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VLX?
The MOT on M5 VLX is valid until 25 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 VLX done?
M5 VLX was recorded at 108,673 miles at its MOT on 26 Sept 2026, an average of 6,389 miles a year.
Has M5 VLX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VLX has failed 1 of its 11 MOT tests, most recently on 26 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 VLX 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 VLX find?
M5 VLX passed its latest MOT on 26 Sept 2026 with 1 advisory: exhaust emits blue smoke during acceleration.

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