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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 4,941 cc

M5 WMLMOT history

M5 WML is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 12 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 5 Dec 2026 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 144,994 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Nov 2025.

M5 WML blue 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 5 Dec 2026
Mileage
144,994 mi
At MOT on 6 Nov 2025
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,142 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
M5 WML
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
12 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
6 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

M5 WML was last recorded at 144,994 miles on 6 Nov 2025, 3,525 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
141,469 miles · 6 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,525 miles
Average per year
4,142 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 144,994 miles
  • 2024 – 141,469 miles
  • 2023 – 137,189 miles
  • 2022 – 132,626 miles
  • 2021 – 128,458 miles
  • 2020 – 126,390 miles
  • 2019 – 124,632 miles
  • 2018 – 120,364 miles
  • 2017 – 115,790 miles
  • 2016 – 112,161 miles
  • 2015 – 108,940 miles
  • 2014 – 104,979 miles
  • 2013 – 101,883 miles
  • 2012 – 96,335 miles
  • 2011 – 91,928 miles
  • 2010 – 87,241 miles
  • 2009 – 82,599 miles
  • 2008 – 71,415 miles
  • 2006 – 66,030 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass144,994 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.

  • Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2010–2017

  • Engine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015–2016

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

27 tests since 31 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass144,994 miles (+3,525)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    144,994 miles
    Test number
    152932660112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass141,469 miles (+78)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    141,469 miles
    Test number
    449748864592

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail141,391 miles (+4,202)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    141,391 miles
    Test number
    737132331927
    • MajorOffside Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced body sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass137,189 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    137,189 miles
    Test number
    570484125855

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail137,177 miles (+4,551)2 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    137,177 miles
    Test number
    754073505970
    • MajorNearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  6. Pass132,626 miles (+4,168)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    132,626 miles
    Test number
    447229279680

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass128,458 miles (+2,068)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    128,458 miles
    Test number
    596335974542
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Pass126,390 miles (+1,758)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    126,390 miles
    Test number
    559903116791

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass124,632 miles (+4,268)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    124,632 miles
    Test number
    572844146096
    • MinorNearside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass120,364 miles (+4,574)
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    120,364 miles
    Test number
    475128571174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass115,790 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    115,790 miles
    Test number
    335979481319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail115,789 miles (+3,628)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,789 miles
    Test number
    272171166205
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  13. Pass112,161 miles (+3,221)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    112,161 miles
    Test number
    989356709877
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  14. Pass108,940 miles (+3,961)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    108,940 miles
    Test number
    113403572349
    • AdvisoryEngine cover and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

  15. Pass104,979 miles (+3,096)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    104,979 miles
    Test number
    169986374249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass101,883 miles (+5,548)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    101,883 miles
    Test number
    416117933465
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside front inner tie rod arm slight play

  17. Pass96,335 miles (+4,407)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    96,335 miles
    Test number
    406876902468
    • 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)

  18. Pass91,928 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    448595481273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail91,928 miles (+4,687)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,928 miles
    Test number
    895614481204
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

  20. Pass87,241 miles (+150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    87,241 miles
    Test number
    253207170247
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  21. Fail87,091 miles (+4,492)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,091 miles
    Test number
    531453470220
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  22. Pass82,599 miles (+5,063)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    82,599 miles
    Test number
    843977629384

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,536 miles (+6,121)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    77,536 miles
    Test number
    182537859020
    • NoteHand brake cover loose .
    • NoteOil leaks from rear diff unit .

  24. Pass71,415 miles (+5,385)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    71,415 miles
    Test number
    284907218010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass66,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    66,030 miles
    Test number
    111736146398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail66,030 miles (+2,907)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,030 miles
    Test number
    921412346387
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  27. Pass63,123 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    63,123 miles
    Test number
    391201436094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about M5 WML

Does M5 WML currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on M5 WML is valid until 5 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on M5 WML?
The MOT on M5 WML is valid until 5 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has M5 WML done?
M5 WML was recorded at 144,994 miles at its MOT on 6 Nov 2025, an average of 4,142 miles a year.
Has M5 WML ever failed its MOT?
Yes. M5 WML has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 27 Nov 2024.
Has the mileage on M5 WML 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 WML find?
M5 WML passed its latest MOT on 6 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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