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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 4,941 cc

V56 VOBMOT history

V56 VOB is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 13 Jan 2000. Its MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 183,023 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jul 2022.

V56 VOB 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 1 Jul 2023
Mileage
183,023 mi
At MOT on 2 Jul 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,027 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V56 VOB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
13 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
2 Jul 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V56 VOB was last recorded at 183,023 miles on 2 Jul 2022, 4,740 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Feb 2020.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
178,283 miles · 17 Feb 2020
Between the last two tests
4,740 miles
Average per year
5,027 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 183,023 miles
  • 2020 – 178,283 miles
  • 2019 – 168,815 miles
  • 2018 – 161,827 miles
  • 2017 – 154,135 miles
  • 2016 – 149,852 miles
  • 2015 – 146,026 miles
  • 2014 – 137,643 miles
  • 2013 – 130,395 miles
  • 2012 – 125,735 miles
  • 2010 – 120,657 miles
  • 2009 – 114,898 miles
  • 2008 – 111,609 miles
  • 2007 – 106,085 miles
  • 2006 – 100,336 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass183,023 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear jocking point damaged
  • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by oxy sensor (6.1.2 (a))

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases split by oxy sensor

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Front outer sill hole around jacking pad

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

23 tests since 19 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass183,023 miles (+4,740)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    183,023 miles
    Test number
    604545095994
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear jocking point damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases by oxy sensor (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass178,283 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    178,283 miles
    Test number
    682369562513
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear note jacking piont damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases split by oxy sensor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill hole around jacking pad

  3. Fail178,280 miles (+9,465)1 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    178,280 miles
    Test number
    424742403174
    • MajorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn rear arm (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases split by oxy sensor (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge no tread on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front outer sill hole around jacking pad

  4. Pass168,815 miles (+6,988)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    168,815 miles
    Test number
    739202311989

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass161,827 miles (+7,692)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    161,827 miles
    Test number
    944544517504

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass154,135 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    154,135 miles
    Test number
    930559844201
    • AdvisoryBoth front metal brake pipes are corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded.

  7. Fail154,135 miles (+4,283)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,135 miles
    Test number
    310503217699
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • AdvisoryBoth front metal brake pipes are corroded.
    • AdvisoryFront to rear metal brake pipe corroded.

  8. Pass149,852 miles (+3,826)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    149,852 miles
    Test number
    302258962926
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted

  9. Pass146,026 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    146,026 miles
    Test number
    699370425119

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail146,026 miles (+8,383)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,026 miles
    Test number
    606469415151
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  11. Pass137,643 miles (+7,248)
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2015
    Odometer
    137,643 miles
    Test number
    387363244156

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass130,395 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2014
    Odometer
    130,395 miles
    Test number
    755020823181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail130,395 miles (+4,660)1 dangerous6 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,395 miles
    Test number
    647014813181
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureBrake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureFront Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Inner Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass125,735 miles (+5,078)
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2013
    Odometer
    125,735 miles
    Test number
    816067332112

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass120,657 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    120,657 miles
    Test number
    454294100180

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail120,657 miles (+5,759)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    120,657 miles
    Test number
    733663000143
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.4.A.2h)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  17. Pass114,898 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    114,898 miles
    Test number
    134623299043

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail114,898 miles (+3,289)5 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,898 miles
    Test number
    141339979439
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicators not in good working order (function impaired) (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

  19. Pass111,609 miles (+5,524)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    111,609 miles
    Test number
    522522138068
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  20. Pass106,085 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    106,085 miles
    Test number
    523611337010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail106,085 miles (+5,749)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,085 miles
    Test number
    721994827070
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  22. Pass100,336 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    100,336 miles
    Test number
    214880426014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail100,336 miles2 failures1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    100,336 miles
    Test number
    424959916094
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting nut missing (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on outer edges
    • NoteOil leak

Questions about V56 VOB

Does V56 VOB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V56 VOB expired on 1 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V56 VOB?
The MOT on V56 VOB expired on 1 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V56 VOB done?
V56 VOB was recorded at 183,023 miles at its MOT on 2 Jul 2022, an average of 5,027 miles a year.
Has V56 VOB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V56 VOB has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2020.
Has the mileage on V56 VOB 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 V56 VOB find?
V56 VOB passed its latest MOT on 2 Jul 2022 with 4 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside rear jocking point damaged, and 1 more.

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