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BMW M5

Grey · Petrol · 2002 · 4,941 cc

M5 VOEMOT history

M5 VOE is a grey petrol BMW M5 first used on 10 Jun 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 26 MOT tests, with 184,844 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Apr 2026.

M5 VOE grey 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 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
184,844 mi
At MOT on 2 Apr 2026
MOT tests
26
20 passed · 6 failed
Per year
6,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VOE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
10 Jun 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
2 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VOE was last recorded at 184,844 miles on 2 Apr 2026, 1,436 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
183,408 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
1,436 miles
Average per year
6,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 184,844 miles
  • 2025 – 183,408 miles
  • 2024 – 179,673 miles
  • 2023 – 176,402 miles
  • 2022 – 170,679 miles
  • 2021 – 170,547 miles
  • 2020 – 158,925 miles
  • 2019 – 142,450 miles
  • 2018 – 138,161 miles
  • 2017 – 136,767 miles
  • 2016 – 130,166 miles
  • 2015 – 126,006 miles
  • 2014 – 119,413 miles
  • 2013 – 114,210 miles
  • 2012 – 105,697 miles
  • 2011 – 101,177 miles
  • 2010 – 95,064 miles
  • 2009 – 86,876 miles
  • 2008 – 75,222 miles
  • 2007 – 65,718 miles
  • 2006 – 51,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass184,844 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010–2014

  • Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013

Full MOT history

26 tests since 6 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass184,844 miles (+1,436)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    184,844 miles
    Test number
    574062440156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass183,408 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    183,408 miles
    Test number
    985400537034

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail183,301 miles (+24)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,301 miles
    Test number
    535421676515
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  4. Fail183,277 miles (+3,604)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    183,277 miles
    Test number
    501393461134
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass179,673 miles (+3,271)
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    179,673 miles
    Test number
    126083813879

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass176,402 miles (+5,723)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    176,402 miles
    Test number
    549853631909

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass170,679 miles (+132)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    170,679 miles
    Test number
    911248121850

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail170,547 miles (+11,622)3 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    170,547 miles
    Test number
    160195326852
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative broken (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  9. Pass158,925 miles (+16,475)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    158,925 miles
    Test number
    298044943201
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear brake discs starting to wear
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has various small chips/damage

  10. Pass142,450 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    142,450 miles
    Test number
    270164008941

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail142,450 miles (+4,289)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,450 miles
    Test number
    489631178142
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  12. Pass138,161 miles (+1,394)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    138,161 miles
    Test number
    424017099383
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  13. Pass136,767 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    136,767 miles
    Test number
    465962915928
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Fail136,766 miles (+6,600)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,766 miles
    Test number
    617320320194
    • FailureNearside Front 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 Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d bush (2.4.G.2)

  15. Pass130,166 miles (+4,160)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    130,166 miles
    Test number
    169442535407

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass126,006 miles (+6,593)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    126,006 miles
    Test number
    729749665106
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOil leak

  17. Pass119,413 miles (+5,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    119,413 miles
    Test number
    989099064172
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  18. Pass114,210 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    114,210 miles
    Test number
    845721553138
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  19. Fail114,210 miles (+8,513)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,210 miles
    Test number
    876689243120
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

  20. Pass105,697 miles (+4,520)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    105,697 miles
    Test number
    335695572188
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass101,177 miles (+6,113)1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    101,177 miles
    Test number
    378312951102
    • NoteUnable to check door sills correctly due to plastic sill covers fitted

  22. Pass95,064 miles (+8,188)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    95,064 miles
    Test number
    100264750117
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass86,876 miles (+11,654)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    86,876 miles
    Test number
    234372059157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass75,222 miles (+9,504)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    75,222 miles
    Test number
    534401548196
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  25. Pass65,718 miles (+14,526)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    65,718 miles
    Test number
    184612547132
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  26. Pass51,192 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    51,192 miles
    Test number
    910487556166
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Questions about M5 VOE

Does M5 VOE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VOE is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VOE?
The MOT on M5 VOE is valid until 9 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 VOE done?
M5 VOE was recorded at 184,844 miles at its MOT on 2 Apr 2026, an average of 6,743 miles a year.
Has M5 VOE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VOE has failed 6 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 28 Mar 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 VOE 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 VOE find?
M5 VOE passed its latest MOT on 2 Apr 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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