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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2002 · 4,941 cc

M5 VNOMOT history

M5 VNO is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 1 Sept 2002. Its MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 156,584 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Oct 2026.

M5 VNO blue BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a BMW 5 Series, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Expired
On 27 Oct 2026
Mileage
156,584 mi
At MOT on 27 Oct 2026
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,428 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VNO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
1 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
27 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

M5 VNO was last recorded at 156,584 miles on 27 Oct 2026, 4,165 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,419 miles · 25 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
4,165 miles
Average per year
5,428 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 156,584 miles
  • 2025 – 152,419 miles
  • 2024 – 148,036 miles
  • 2023 – 142,846 miles
  • 2022 – 138,434 miles
  • 2021 – 135,874 miles
  • 2020 – 133,029 miles
  • 2019 – 128,684 miles
  • 2018 – 120,705 miles
  • 2017 – 114,882 miles
  • 2016 – 106,950 miles
  • 2015 – 98,422 miles
  • 2014 – 96,988 miles
  • 2013 – 94,048 miles
  • 2012 – 89,344 miles
  • 2011 – 81,093 miles
  • 2010 – 81,043 miles
  • 2009 – 80,025 miles
  • 2008 – 76,260 miles
  • 2007 – 72,114 miles
  • 2006 – 57,789 miles
  • 2005 – 41,492 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail156,584 miles
  • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Fuel cap seal perishing

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2016–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Rear floor corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Rear floor is slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside headlight aim on lower limit

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2018

Full MOT history

25 tests since 13 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail156,584 miles (+4,165)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    156,584 miles
    Test number
    478664188240
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Macpherson strut ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass152,419 miles (+4,383)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    152,419 miles
    Test number
    921679707086
    • MinorOffside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  3. Pass148,036 miles (+5,190)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    148,036 miles
    Test number
    144183690628
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All visibel (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCovers & shield fitted not allowing full inspection underside of vehicle
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

  4. Pass142,846 miles (+4,412)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    142,846 miles
    Test number
    240313916672
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner sill corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor corroded

  5. Pass138,434 miles (+2,560)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    138,434 miles
    Test number
    528974886243
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor is slightly corroded

  6. Pass135,874 miles (+2,845)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    135,874 miles
    Test number
    933521348675
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor is slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass133,029 miles (+27)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    133,029 miles
    Test number
    838052905882
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear floor corroded

  8. Fail133,002 miles (+4,318)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,002 miles
    Test number
    405235678297
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass128,684 miles (+7,979)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    128,684 miles
    Test number
    479203867330
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp aim on lower limit
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency limit only just met, Adjustment or repair may be required

  10. Pass120,705 miles (+5,823)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    120,705 miles
    Test number
    274328412690
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to front brake pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe rusty
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim on lower limit

  11. Pass114,882 miles (+7,932)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    114,882 miles
    Test number
    571622153491
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear of vehicle brake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken but secure
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryNearside headlamp aim on lower limit

  12. Pass106,950 miles (+8,528)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    106,950 miles
    Test number
    456947293986
    • AdvisoryBoth front to rear brake pipes very rusty
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to fuel pipes
    • AdvisoryFuel cap seal perishing
    • AdvisoryMinor stone chips front screen
    • AdvisoryNearside headlight aim on lower limit
    • AdvisoryWipers smearing

  13. Pass98,422 miles (+1,434)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    98,422 miles
    Test number
    218559845489

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass96,988 miles (+2,940)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    96,988 miles
    Test number
    716596754172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass94,048 miles (+4,704)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    94,048 miles
    Test number
    937512353189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass89,344 miles (+8,251)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    89,344 miles
    Test number
    547713842177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass81,093 miles (+50)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    81,093 miles
    Test number
    409414151131
    • NoteFront tyres worn on edges
    • NoteFuel pipe slighly corroded
    • NoteRear tyres worn inner edges

  18. Pass81,043 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    8 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    81,043 miles
    Test number
    953162850287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail81,027 miles (+1,002)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,027 miles
    Test number
    410695340244
    • FailureNearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureOffside front brake grabbing severely (3.7.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  20. Pass80,025 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    632801559203
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  21. Fail80,025 miles (+3,765)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,025 miles
    Test number
    740825449227
    • FailureOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted

  22. Pass76,260 miles (+4,146)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    76,260 miles
    Test number
    372982148411
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

  23. Pass72,114 miles (+14,325)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    72,114 miles
    Test number
    752068327297

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass57,789 miles (+16,297)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    57,789 miles
    Test number
    600081346255

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,492 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    41,492 miles
    Test number
    670775925248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 VNO

Does M5 VNO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 VNO expired on 27 Oct 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 VNO?
The MOT on M5 VNO expired on 27 Oct 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 VNO done?
M5 VNO was recorded at 156,584 miles at its MOT on 27 Oct 2026, an average of 5,428 miles a year.
Has M5 VNO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VNO has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 VNO 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 VNO find?
M5 VNO failed its latest MOT on 27 Oct 2026 with 1 major defect and 6 advisories: offside front anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; nearside front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 4 more.

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