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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

SBF 480MOT history

SBF 480 is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 27 Sept 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Nov 2027 and it has passed 22 of 27 MOT tests, with 41,383 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Oct 2026.

SBF 480 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 Nov 2027
Mileage
41,383 mi
At MOT on 13 Oct 2026
MOT tests
27
22 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,730 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
SBF 480
Registration format
Dateless
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
27 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Nov 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

SBF 480 was last recorded at 41,383 miles on 13 Oct 2026, 958 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
40,425 miles · 31 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
958 miles
Average per year
1,730 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 41,383 miles
  • 2025 – 40,425 miles
  • 2024 – 40,318 miles
  • 2023 – 40,198 miles
  • 2022 – 39,031 miles
  • 2020 – 38,946 miles
  • 2019 – 38,687 miles
  • 2018 – 35,520 miles
  • 2017 – 33,749 miles
  • 2016 – 32,352 miles
  • 2015 – 27,978 miles
  • 2014 – 27,888 miles
  • 2013 – 22,649 miles
  • 2012 – 20,856 miles
  • 2011 – 19,650 miles
  • 2010 – 16,854 miles
  • 2009 – 13,514 miles
  • 2007 – 10,318 miles
  • 2006 – 6,918 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass41,383 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.

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass41,383 miles (+958)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2027
    Odometer
    41,383 miles
    Test number
    679307379377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass40,425 miles (+107)
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    40,425 miles
    Test number
    488306768213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass40,318 miles (+120)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    40,318 miles
    Test number
    811937014327
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/perishing in tread area. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Cracking/perishing in tread area (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryThis vehicle has a outstanding RECALL with BMW

  4. Pass40,198 miles (+1,167)
    MOT expiry
    2 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    40,198 miles
    Test number
    125985166021

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass39,031 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    39,031 miles
    Test number
    654014882800

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail39,031 miles (+85)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,031 miles
    Test number
    712398884671
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  7. Pass38,946 miles (+259)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    38,946 miles
    Test number
    936774225784
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass38,687 miles (+7)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    38,687 miles
    Test number
    381468922801

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail38,680 miles (+3,160)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,680 miles
    Test number
    414883322823
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass35,520 miles (+1,771)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    35,520 miles
    Test number
    180240008436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass33,749 miles (+1,397)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    33,749 miles
    Test number
    862489630604

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass32,352 miles (+4,374)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    32,352 miles
    Test number
    491177451151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,978 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    27,978 miles
    Test number
    209230499907
    • AdvisoryUndertrays fitted

  14. Pass27,888 miles (+14)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    27,888 miles
    Test number
    597016574286

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail27,874 miles (+5,225)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    27,874 miles
    Test number
    575344374282
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  16. Pass22,649 miles (+1,793)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    22,649 miles
    Test number
    317526563211
    • 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 MANAGEMENT WARNING LIGHT ON
    • NoteOIL LEAK FROM REAR DIFFERENTAIL

  17. Pass20,856 miles (+1,206)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    20,856 miles
    Test number
    816975372299

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass19,650 miles (+9)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2012
    Odometer
    19,650 miles
    Test number
    556126361267
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 oil level low
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak

  19. Fail19,641 miles (+2,787)1 failure4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,641 miles
    Test number
    228004661207
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front 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 oil level low
    • NoteRear diff slight oil leak

  20. Pass16,854 miles (+3,340)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    16,854 miles
    Test number
    170124370269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass13,514 miles (+15)
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    13,514 miles
    Test number
    551950089277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail13,499 miles (+1,107)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,499 miles
    Test number
    412759079226
    • FailureNearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureOffside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass12,392 miles (+2,074)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    12,392 miles
    Test number
    614482909063

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass10,318 miles (+16)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    10,318 miles
    Test number
    800914347378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass10,302 miles (+3,384)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    10,302 miles
    Test number
    373499767498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass6,918 miles (+1,272)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    6,918 miles
    Test number
    441693116326

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass5,646 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    5,646 miles
    Test number
    882298946099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about SBF 480

What vehicle is registration SBF 480 currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show SBF 480 on a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 27 Sept 2001. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does SBF 480 currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on SBF 480 is valid until 5 Nov 2027.
When is the MOT due on SBF 480?
The MOT on SBF 480 is valid until 5 Nov 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has SBF 480 done?
SBF 480 was recorded at 41,383 miles at its MOT on 13 Oct 2026, an average of 1,730 miles a year.
Has SBF 480 ever failed its MOT?
Yes. SBF 480 has failed 5 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2022.
Has the mileage on SBF 480 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 SBF 480 find?
SBF 480 passed its latest MOT on 13 Oct 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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