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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2007 · 4,999 cc

M5 VUMMOT history

M5 VUM is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 24 Jan 2007. Its MOT is valid until 22 Jul 2027 and it has passed 16 of 20 MOT tests, with 165,535 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jul 2026.

M5 VUM black 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 Jul 2027
Mileage
165,535 mi
At MOT on 22 Jul 2026
MOT tests
20
16 passed · 4 failed
Per year
6,990 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 VUM
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2007
First used
24 Jan 2007
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 VUM was last recorded at 165,535 miles on 22 Jul 2026, 7,056 miles more than at the previous MOT on 23 Jul 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
158,479 miles · 23 Jul 2025
Between the last two tests
7,056 miles
Average per year
6,990 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 165,535 miles
  • 2025 – 158,479 miles
  • 2024 – 154,596 miles
  • 2023 – 150,705 miles
  • 2022 – 144,451 miles
  • 2021 – 137,649 miles
  • 2020 – 130,056 miles
  • 2019 – 122,521 miles
  • 2018 – 115,857 miles
  • 2017 – 108,450 miles
  • 2016 – 99,864 miles
  • 2015 – 93,079 miles
  • 2014 – 88,037 miles
  • 2013 – 79,454 miles
  • 2012 – 72,296 miles
  • 2011 – 56,889 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass165,535 miles
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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 noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Nearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Offside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

Full MOT history

20 tests since 5 Jan 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass165,535 miles (+7,056)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    165,535 miles
    Test number
    578892053470
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass158,479 miles (+38)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    158,479 miles
    Test number
    452590279623

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail158,441 miles (+3,845)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,441 miles
    Test number
    925673278926
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 255/40ZR19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge wearing (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass154,596 miles (+3,891)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    154,596 miles
    Test number
    351648662050
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass150,705 miles (+6,254)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    150,705 miles
    Test number
    117534244834
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chipped in swept area (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  6. Pass144,451 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    144,451 miles
    Test number
    817263303973
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  7. Fail144,451 miles (+6,802)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,451 miles
    Test number
    240229095713
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  8. Pass137,649 miles (+7,593)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    137,649 miles
    Test number
    304845451310
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  9. Pass130,056 miles (+7,535)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    130,056 miles
    Test number
    642097557098

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass122,521 miles (+6,664)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    122,521 miles
    Test number
    735095042210
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

  11. Pass115,857 miles (+25)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    115,857 miles
    Test number
    519864525746
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Fail115,832 miles (+7,382)1 failure7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,832 miles
    Test number
    880351048564
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front Bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass108,450 miles (+8,586)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    108,450 miles
    Test number
    296857060146
    • AdvisoryParking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

  14. Pass99,864 miles (+6,785)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    99,864 miles
    Test number
    328377812614
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass93,079 miles (+5,042)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    93,079 miles
    Test number
    227065605489
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  16. Pass88,037 miles (+8,583)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    88,037 miles
    Test number
    378698394054
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass79,454 miles (+7,158)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    79,454 miles
    Test number
    307744913183

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass72,296 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    72,296 miles
    Test number
    707171632011
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteFront & rear discs worn & corroded

  19. Fail72,296 miles (+15,407)1 failure2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,296 miles
    Test number
    576220622031
    • FailureHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished
    • NoteFront & rear discs worn & corroded

  20. Pass56,889 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    56,889 miles
    Test number
    738215601043
    • NoteHorn works intermitently ok at time of test advise repair

Questions about M5 VUM

Does M5 VUM currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 VUM is valid until 22 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 VUM?
The MOT on M5 VUM is valid until 22 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 VUM done?
M5 VUM was recorded at 165,535 miles at its MOT on 22 Jul 2026, an average of 6,990 miles a year.
Has M5 VUM ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 VUM has failed 4 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Jul 2025.
Has the mileage on M5 VUM 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 VUM find?
M5 VUM passed its latest MOT on 22 Jul 2026 with 3 advisories: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases; exhaust noisy; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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