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BMW 5 Series

Black · Diesel · 2018 · 1,995 cc

V1 MLSMOT history

V1 MLS is a black diesel BMW 5 Series first used on 2 Nov 2018. Its MOT is valid until 1 Nov 2026 and it has passed 5 of 8 MOT tests, with 49,759 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Oct 2026.

V1 MLS black 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 1 Nov 2026
Mileage
49,759 mi
At MOT on 23 Oct 2026
MOT tests
8
5 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,417 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V1 MLS
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,995 cc
Year of manufacture
2018
First used
2 Nov 2018
MOT status
MOT valid until 1 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
23 Oct 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

V1 MLS was last recorded at 49,759 miles on 23 Oct 2026, 6,640 miles more than at the previous MOT on 21 Oct 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
43,119 miles · 21 Oct 2025
Between the last two tests
6,640 miles
Average per year
5,417 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 49,759 miles
  • 2025 – 43,119 miles
  • 2024 – 39,382 miles
  • 2023 – 35,717 miles
  • 2022 – 27,490 miles
  • 2021 – 22,743 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail49,759 miles
  • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

What MOT failures 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.

  • Bonnet gas struts expired 08/2023

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

8 tests since 18 Oct 2021, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail49,759 miles (+6,640)1 dangerous1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,759 miles
    Test number
    376542859001
    • DangerousRear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass43,119 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    902942468767
    • AdvisoryBonnet gas struts expired 08/2023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  3. Fail43,119 miles (+3,737)1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,119 miles
    Test number
    147382245697
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBonnet gas struts expired 08/2023
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Pass39,382 miles (+3,665)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    39,382 miles
    Test number
    336622592282
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated Boot has slight split and slight loss of grease however still prevent the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  5. Pass35,717 miles (+8,227)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    35,717 miles
    Test number
    901774515157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass27,490 miles (+4,747)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    27,490 miles
    Test number
    484963224040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass22,743 miles (+137)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    22,743 miles
    Test number
    812353269665

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail22,606 miles1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,606 miles
    Test number
    141722283219
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Questions about V1 MLS

Does V1 MLS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V1 MLS is valid until 1 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on V1 MLS?
The MOT on V1 MLS is valid until 1 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V1 MLS done?
V1 MLS was recorded at 49,759 miles at its MOT on 23 Oct 2026, an average of 5,417 miles a year.
Has V1 MLS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V1 MLS has failed 3 of its 8 MOT tests, most recently on 23 Oct 2026.
Has the mileage on V1 MLS 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 V1 MLS find?
V1 MLS failed its latest MOT on 23 Oct 2026 with 1 dangerous defect and 1 minor defect: rear brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside front drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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