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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

M5 WFJMOT history

M5 WFJ is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 11 Oct 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Jun 2024 and it has passed 15 of 17 MOT tests, with 154,678 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jun 2023.

M5 WFJ 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 18 Jun 2024
Mileage
154,678 mi
At MOT on 10 Jun 2023
MOT tests
17
15 passed · 2 failed
Per year
4,274 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 WFJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
11 Oct 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Jun 2024
Latest MOT test
10 Jun 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 WFJ was last recorded at 154,678 miles on 10 Jun 2023, 5,894 miles more than at the previous MOT on 18 Jun 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
148,784 miles · 18 Jun 2022
Between the last two tests
5,894 miles
Average per year
4,274 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 154,678 miles
  • 2022 – 148,784 miles
  • 2021 – 143,301 miles
  • 2019 – 141,660 miles
  • 2018 – 141,656 miles
  • 2016 – 139,173 miles
  • 2015 – 133,983 miles
  • 2014 – 123,345 miles
  • 2013 – 117,128 miles
  • 2012 – 114,804 miles
  • 2011 – 112,236 miles
  • 2010 – 110,347 miles
  • 2009 – 108,142 miles
  • 2008 – 101,944 miles
  • 2007 – 95,605 miles
  • 2006 – 80,189 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,678 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.

  • Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2008–2013

  • Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2009–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Centre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

  • Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 5 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,678 miles (+5,894)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    154,678 miles
    Test number
    164559307741

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass148,784 miles (+5,483)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    148,784 miles
    Test number
    682709712855
    • AdvisoryOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill jacking area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all four inner and outer tread (5.2.3 (e))
  3. Pass143,301 miles (+1,641)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jun 2022
    Odometer
    143,301 miles
    Test number
    738167721914

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass141,660 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    141,660 miles
    Test number
    182420527177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail141,656 miles (+2,483)7 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,656 miles
    Test number
    669783308749
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear brake pipe corroded were it goes through two bend at rear of floor near the sill. (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureElectrical wiring inadequately supported Lambda sensor wiring post cat hanging down both sides of exhaust. (1.9.2a)
    • FailureEmissions not tested Due to holes and leakage, MIL light also on. (7.4.B.1)
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported Centre section clamps rotted through on N/S near rear of transmission. (7.1.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)
    • FailureRear Brake pipe excessively corroded Pipes to both sides of rear brakes badly corroded beneath rear subframe/diff assy. (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront jacking mounts corroded both sides.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  6. Pass139,173 miles (+5,190)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    139,173 miles
    Test number
    455442652346
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  7. Pass133,983 miles (+10,638)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    133,983 miles
    Test number
    739328365145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass123,345 miles (+26)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    123,345 miles
    Test number
    456774404144
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
  9. Fail123,319 miles (+6,191)5 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,319 miles
    Test number
    925952694094
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteBoth front head lamp inner reflectors loose
    • NoteCentre exhaust both clamps broken
    • NoteN/s hand brake effort low
  10. Pass117,128 miles (+2,324)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    117,128 miles
    Test number
    146745533082
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  11. Pass114,804 miles (+2,568)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    114,804 miles
    Test number
    506144112035
    • NoteSurface corrosion on brake discs
  12. Pass112,236 miles (+1,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    112,236 miles
    Test number
    776227001033
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  13. Pass110,347 miles (+2,205)
    MOT expiry
    11 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    110,347 miles
    Test number
    480371470062

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass108,142 miles (+6,198)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    108,142 miles
    Test number
    333195209034
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
  15. Pass101,944 miles (+6,339)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    101,944 miles
    Test number
    132445808010
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
  16. Pass95,605 miles (+15,416)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    95,605 miles
    Test number
    543573207055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass80,189 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    80,189 miles
    Test number
    472815806010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 WFJ

Does M5 WFJ currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on M5 WFJ expired on 18 Jun 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on M5 WFJ?
The MOT on M5 WFJ expired on 18 Jun 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has M5 WFJ done?
M5 WFJ was recorded at 154,678 miles at its MOT on 10 Jun 2023, an average of 4,274 miles a year.
Has M5 WFJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 WFJ has failed 2 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2018.
Has the mileage on M5 WFJ 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 WFJ find?
M5 WFJ passed its latest MOT on 10 Jun 2023 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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