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BMW M5

Silver · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

S17 VCSMOT history

S17 VCS is a silver petrol BMW M5 first used on 19 Jan 2001. Its MOT is valid until 27 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 21 MOT tests, with 215,858 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 28 Apr 2026.

S17 VCS silver 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 27 Apr 2027
Mileage
215,858 mi
At MOT on 28 Apr 2026
MOT tests
21
20 passed · 1 failed
Per year
7,381 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
S17 VCS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
19 Jan 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 27 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
28 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

S17 VCS was last recorded at 215,858 miles on 28 Apr 2026, 2,069 miles more than at the previous MOT on 24 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
213,789 miles · 24 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
2,069 miles
Average per year
7,381 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,858 miles
  • 2025 – 213,789 miles
  • 2024 – 210,187 miles
  • 2023 – 207,058 miles
  • 2022 – 203,978 miles
  • 2021 – 201,089 miles
  • 2020 – 199,310 miles
  • 2019 – 196,874 miles
  • 2018 – 195,693 miles
  • 2017 – 193,544 miles
  • 2016 – 191,508 miles
  • 2015 – 187,920 miles
  • 2014 – 180,335 miles
  • 2013 – 168,699 miles
  • 2012 – 159,948 miles
  • 2010 – 152,005 miles
  • 2009 – 131,653 miles
  • 2008 – 115,069 miles
  • 2007 – 92,776 miles
  • 2006 – 67,764 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,858 miles
  • AdvisoryMinor oil leakRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryWasher slightly poorRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2012

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass215,858 miles (+2,069)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    215,858 miles
    Test number
    646085111130
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryWasher slightly poor

  2. Pass213,789 miles (+3,602)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    213,789 miles
    Test number
    739037522505
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres cracking
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryMinor oil leak
    • AdvisoryN/s/f drop link dust cover slightly worn

  3. Pass210,187 miles (+3,129)
    MOT expiry
    18 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    210,187 miles
    Test number
    512233140656

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass207,058 miles (+3,080)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    207,058 miles
    Test number
    524829501585
    • AdvisoryWasher slightly poor

  5. Pass203,978 miles (+2,889)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    203,978 miles
    Test number
    800898320985
    • AdvisoryBoth headlight image slightly poor
    • AdvisoryN/s/f lower arm rear most bush slightly worn

  6. Pass201,089 miles (+1,779)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    201,089 miles
    Test number
    331096927842
    • AdvisoryCentre fuel pipe corroded

  7. Pass199,310 miles (+2,436)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    199,310 miles
    Test number
    936710740733

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass196,874 miles (+1,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    196,874 miles
    Test number
    509196602785
    • AdvisoryBoth rear brake pipes corroded

  9. Pass195,693 miles (+2,149)
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    195,693 miles
    Test number
    323742892154

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass193,544 miles (+2,036)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    193,544 miles
    Test number
    140172698851
    • AdvisoryFront to rear brake pipes corroded
    • AdvisorySlight play off side track rod end

  11. Pass191,508 miles (+3,588)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    191,508 miles
    Test number
    245865476300
    • AdvisoryFront to rear and rear brake pipes slightly corroded.
    • AdvisoryStone damage to windscreen.

  12. Pass187,920 miles (+7,585)10 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    187,920 miles
    Test number
    688702865046
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteAll 4 tyres low of tread and worn on edges
    • NoteBoth sills have surface rust
    • NoteBrake pipes rusty
    • NotePower steering pipes has residue
    • NoteProp dougnut perished
    • NoteRear subframe bushes getting soft

  13. Pass180,335 miles (+11,636)2 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    2 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    180,335 miles
    Test number
    377092364098
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNear side front exhaust bracket missing
    • NotePropshaft front rubber coupling in poor condition
    • NoteSuspect both outer sills rusted at rear but unable to check due to sill covers being fitted.

  14. Pass168,699 miles (+8,751)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    168,699 miles
    Test number
    666000963055
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteCoolant leak

  15. Pass159,948 miles (+7,943)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    159,948 miles
    Test number
    379012062080
    • AdvisoryCentre Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  16. Pass152,005 miles (+20,352)
    MOT expiry
    4 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    152,005 miles
    Test number
    553449800312

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass131,653 miles (+16,584)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    131,653 miles
    Test number
    804538699123
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner edge (secondary tread).

  18. Pass115,069 miles (+22,293)
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    115,069 miles
    Test number
    221385998096

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass92,776 miles (+25,012)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    92,776 miles
    Test number
    363644797061
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  20. Pass67,764 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    67,764 miles
    Test number
    644945796055

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail67,764 miles1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,764 miles
    Test number
    221795496087
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Questions about S17 VCS

Does S17 VCS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on S17 VCS is valid until 27 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on S17 VCS?
The MOT on S17 VCS is valid until 27 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has S17 VCS done?
S17 VCS was recorded at 215,858 miles at its MOT on 28 Apr 2026, an average of 7,381 miles a year.
Has S17 VCS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S17 VCS has failed 1 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 5 Apr 2006.
Has the mileage on S17 VCS 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 S17 VCS find?
S17 VCS passed its latest MOT on 28 Apr 2026 with 2 advisories: minor oil leak; washer slightly poor.

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