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BMW 523

Grey · Petrol · 2008 · 2,497 cc

M5 WDXMOT history

M5 WDX is a grey petrol BMW 523 first used on 16 May 2008. Its MOT is valid until 18 May 2027 and it has passed 17 of 21 MOT tests, with 99,148 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 19 May 2026.

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MOT
Valid
Until 18 May 2027
Mileage
99,148 mi
At MOT on 19 May 2026
MOT tests
21
17 passed · 4 failed
Per year
4,983 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 WDX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
523
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,497 cc
Year of manufacture
2008
First used
16 May 2008
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 May 2027
Latest MOT test
19 May 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 WDX was last recorded at 99,148 miles on 19 May 2026, 2,136 miles more than at the previous MOT on 19 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,012 miles · 19 May 2025
Between the last two tests
2,136 miles
Average per year
4,983 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 99,148 miles
  • 2025 – 97,012 miles
  • 2023 – 85,978 miles
  • 2022 – 72,441 miles
  • 2021 – 70,947 miles
  • 2020 – 69,169 miles
  • 2019 – 67,160 miles
  • 2018 – 65,350 miles
  • 2017 – 61,799 miles
  • 2016 – 57,260 miles
  • 2015 – 53,141 miles
  • 2014 – 43,964 miles
  • 2013 – 42,359 miles
  • 2012 – 37,260 miles
  • 2011 – 24,686 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,148 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive shaft at hub showing grease
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt clip deteriorated

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2016

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

21 tests since 11 Apr 2011, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,148 miles (+2,136)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2027
    Odometer
    99,148 miles
    Test number
    400095762029
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear drive shaft at hub showing grease
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear seat belt clip deteriorated

  2. Pass97,012 miles (+11,034)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2026
    Odometer
    97,012 miles
    Test number
    491106998182

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass85,978 miles (+23)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    85,978 miles
    Test number
    867483653330
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  4. Fail85,955 miles (+13,514)5 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,955 miles
    Test number
    690337398378
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Upper Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  5. Pass72,441 miles (+1,494)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    72,441 miles
    Test number
    214352444638
    • AdvisoryChip in windscreen

  6. Pass70,947 miles (+1,778)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    70,947 miles
    Test number
    381669010824

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass69,169 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    69,169 miles
    Test number
    523483439766

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass67,160 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    67,160 miles
    Test number
    132968170517

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail66,930 miles (+1,580)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,930 miles
    Test number
    295357915790
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  10. Pass65,350 miles (+3,551)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    65,350 miles
    Test number
    705745317584
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass61,799 miles (+4,539)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    61,799 miles
    Test number
    931362963183
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryBoth front tubeless valves perishing
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some items

  12. Pass57,260 miles (+4,119)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    57,260 miles
    Test number
    513054570534
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryUnder trays fitted not allowing full insepection of under side components

  13. Pass53,141 miles (+9,177)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    53,141 miles
    Test number
    705323480835

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,964 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,964 miles
    Test number
    678461904348
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

  15. Pass43,964 miles (+783)
    MOT expiry
    27 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    43,964 miles
    Test number
    769981104306

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass43,181 miles (+822)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    43,181 miles
    Test number
    348696994149
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Pass42,359 miles (+5,099)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    42,359 miles
    Test number
    977035123218
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass37,260 miles (+12,574)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    37,260 miles
    Test number
    319089702230

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass24,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    24,686 miles
    Test number
    946999101257
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Fail24,686 miles (+805)2 failures1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,686 miles
    Test number
    186568501266
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre

  21. Pass23,881 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    23,881 miles
    Test number
    805651701177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 WDX

Does M5 WDX currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 WDX is valid until 18 May 2027.
When is the MOT due on M5 WDX?
The MOT on M5 WDX is valid until 18 May 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 WDX done?
M5 WDX was recorded at 99,148 miles at its MOT on 19 May 2026, an average of 4,983 miles a year.
Has M5 WDX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 WDX has failed 4 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jul 2023.
Has the mileage on M5 WDX 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 WDX find?
M5 WDX passed its latest MOT on 19 May 2026 with 2 advisories: nearside rear drive shaft at hub showing grease; nearside rear seat belt clip deteriorated.

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