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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2000 · 4,941 cc

M5 VTDMOT history

M5 VTD is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 28 Jun 2000. Its MOT is valid until 19 Feb 2027 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 135,215 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

M5 VTD black BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 19 Feb 2027
Mileage
135,215 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,456 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VTD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
28 Jun 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VTD was last recorded at 135,215 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 879 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
134,336 miles · 27 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
879 miles
Average per year
3,456 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 135,215 miles
  • 2025 – 134,336 miles
  • 2024 – 133,898 miles
  • 2023 – 133,334 miles
  • 2022 – 131,899 miles
  • 2021 – 130,744 miles
  • 2019 – 127,959 miles
  • 2018 – 121,569 miles
  • 2017 – 118,238 miles
  • 2016 – 116,541 miles
  • 2015 – 113,396 miles
  • 2013 – 105,907 miles
  • 2012 – 97,783 miles
  • 2011 – 89,617 miles
  • 2010 – 82,162 miles
  • 2009 – 72,208 miles
  • 2008 – 72,066 miles
  • 2007 – 68,421 miles
  • 2006 – 66,992 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass135,215 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day

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.

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2016

Full MOT history

25 tests since 11 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass135,215 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    135,215 miles
    Test number
    801269294832

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail135,205 miles (+869)7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    135,205 miles
    Test number
    644202539917
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • 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 default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass134,336 miles (+438)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    134,336 miles
    Test number
    108838089827
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  4. Pass133,898 miles (+564)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    133,898 miles
    Test number
    220450875423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass133,334 miles (+1,435)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    133,334 miles
    Test number
    527421565393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass131,899 miles (+1,155)
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    131,899 miles
    Test number
    297996720728

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass130,744 miles (+60)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    130,744 miles
    Test number
    212364416702
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted full size / emission just meet requirement

  8. Fail130,684 miles (+2,725)7 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,684 miles
    Test number
    294025366843
    • MajorCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard (8.2.2.1 (a))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  9. Pass127,959 miles (+6,390)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    127,959 miles
    Test number
    466064859736

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass121,569 miles (+3,331)
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    121,569 miles
    Test number
    864129933737

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass118,238 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    118,238 miles
    Test number
    711276720472
    • AdvisoryEven though parking brake has met the requirments it would appear parking brake requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroding underside of vechicle
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Fail118,238 miles (+1,697)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    118,238 miles
    Test number
    830088040508
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryEven though parking brake has met the requirments it would appear parking brake requires adjustment or repair
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe corroding underside of vechicle
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  13. Pass116,541 miles (+3,145)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    116,541 miles
    Test number
    109625006588
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded both front to rear brake pipes corroding (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryAdvise traction control light on

  14. Pass113,396 miles (+7,489)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    113,396 miles
    Test number
    765055332121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass105,907 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    105,907 miles
    Test number
    397774683024
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  16. Fail105,907 miles (+8,124)1 repaired4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,907 miles
    Test number
    476754083013
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded

  17. Pass97,783 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    97,783 miles
    Test number
    108883882440
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Fail97,783 miles (+8,166)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,783 miles
    Test number
    807023082037
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  19. Pass89,617 miles (+7,455)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    89,617 miles
    Test number
    235492361063
    • NotePassangers side front anti roll bar link top gaiter split
    • NotePassangers side front tyre wearing low on outer edge
    • NoteSlight oil leak from rear axle

  20. Pass82,162 miles (+9,954)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    82,162 miles
    Test number
    214981160088
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak

  21. Pass72,208 miles (+142)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    72,208 miles
    Test number
    544319459035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail72,066 miles (+3,645)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,066 miles
    Test number
    352082858236
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.0mm (4.1.E.2b)

  23. Pass68,421 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    872757907291

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail68,421 miles (+1,429)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,421 miles
    Test number
    870416807285
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteNearside front inner wing cover insecure

  25. Pass66,992 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2007
    Odometer
    66,992 miles
    Test number
    294381536483
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteHand brake low effort
    • NoteWashers only worked drivers side

Questions about M5 VTD

Does M5 VTD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VTD is valid until 19 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VTD?
The MOT on M5 VTD is valid until 19 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 VTD done?
M5 VTD was recorded at 135,215 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 3,456 miles a year.
Has M5 VTD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VTD has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on M5 VTD 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 VTD find?
M5 VTD passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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