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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 4,941 cc

V6 CWFMOT history

V6 CWF is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 11 Sept 2002. Its MOT is valid until 9 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 131,217 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Jan 2026.

V6 CWF 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 9 Jan 2027
Mileage
131,217 mi
At MOT on 10 Jan 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,942 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V6 CWF
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
11 Sept 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V6 CWF was last recorded at 131,217 miles on 10 Jan 2026, 495 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Oct 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,722 miles · 3 Oct 2024
Between the last two tests
495 miles
Average per year
4,942 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 131,217 miles
  • 2024 – 130,722 miles
  • 2023 – 128,502 miles
  • 2022 – 125,872 miles
  • 2021 – 124,105 miles
  • 2020 – 123,897 miles
  • 2019 – 119,886 miles
  • 2018 – 116,935 miles
  • 2017 – 114,997 miles
  • 2016 – 110,392 miles
  • 2015 – 106,186 miles
  • 2014 – 101,077 miles
  • 2013 – 94,653 miles
  • 2012 – 87,704 miles
  • 2011 – 77,953 miles
  • 2010 – 69,911 miles
  • 2008 – 61,472 miles
  • 2007 – 52,638 miles
  • 2006 – 40,577 miles
  • 2005 – 30,656 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,217 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated loose fitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Heavily corroded / broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2021

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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

28 tests since 5 Sept 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass131,217 miles (+495)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    131,217 miles
    Test number
    943669048124
    • MinorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated loose fitting (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside before flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Exhaust mounting defective Heavily corroded / broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  2. Pass130,722 miles (+2,220)
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    130,722 miles
    Test number
    491359026667

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass128,502 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    128,502 miles
    Test number
    305896483907
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  4. Fail128,502 miles (+2,630)1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    128,502 miles
    Test number
    320674066345
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  5. Pass125,872 miles (+1,767)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    125,872 miles
    Test number
    330278777169
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass124,105 miles (+36)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    124,105 miles
    Test number
    832061751089
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Fail124,069 miles (+43)4 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,069 miles
    Test number
    713292971735
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement brake reaction bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Rear diff oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil leaks (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated Both rear hoses perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both rear pads wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Fail124,026 miles (+129)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,026 miles
    Test number
    742640213302
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear brake discs have corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Rear diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass123,897 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    123,897 miles
    Test number
    846738848709
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  10. Fail123,897 miles (+4,011)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,897 miles
    Test number
    446679100915
    • DangerousNearside Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 22"25" s (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play drop link (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear diff oil leak

  11. Pass119,886 miles (+2,951)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    119,886 miles
    Test number
    619682962588
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  12. Pass116,935 miles (+1,938)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    116,935 miles
    Test number
    571035816107
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

  13. Pass114,997 miles (+4,605)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    114,997 miles
    Test number
    720582526201
    • AdvisoryBonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended o/s front tie bar rear bush (2.4.F.3)
    • AdvisoryInner & outer edges of both front tyres worn
    • AdvisoryInner edge of o/s rear tyre worn

  14. Pass110,392 miles (+4,206)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    110,392 miles
    Test number
    786523200988

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass106,186 miles (+40)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    106,186 miles
    Test number
    245177905460
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteABS light does not illuminate when ignition switched on, however, does illuminate and go out when engine cranked
    • NoteNearside rear upper outer suspension arm bush has split dust cover
    • NoteRegistration plate lamps dim

  16. Fail106,146 miles (+5,069)6 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,146 miles
    Test number
    297977695032
    • FailureHeadlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteABS light does not illuminate when ignition switched on, however, does illuminate and go out when engine cranked
    • NoteNearside rear upper outer suspension arm bush has split dust cover
    • NoteRegistration plate lamps dim

  17. Pass101,077 miles (+6,424)
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    101,077 miles
    Test number
    328707754054

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass94,653 miles (+20)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    94,653 miles
    Test number
    706554063097
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  19. Fail94,633 miles (+6,929)2 dangerous1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,633 miles
    Test number
    888503653019
    • DangerousNearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)
    • DangerousParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • FailureHorn not loud enough to be heard by another road user (1.6.2b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteHeadlamp leveling sensor mounting bracket broken
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inner edge

  20. Pass87,704 miles (+9,751)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    87,704 miles
    Test number
    128382352035
    • NoteRear tyres worn on inside edge of tread

  21. Pass77,953 miles (+8,042)
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    77,953 miles
    Test number
    455067941083

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass69,911 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    18 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    69,911 miles
    Test number
    473140950009
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  23. Fail69,911 miles (+8,439)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,911 miles
    Test number
    732640550046
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

  24. Pass61,472 miles (+8,834)
    MOT expiry
    9 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    61,472 miles
    Test number
    351085548373

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass52,638 miles (+12,061)
    MOT expiry
    31 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    52,638 miles
    Test number
    412225807412

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass40,577 miles (+9,921)
    MOT expiry
    19 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    40,577 miles
    Test number
    342793766492

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass30,656 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Sept 2006
    Odometer
    30,656 miles
    Test number
    104308945217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail30,656 miles1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,656 miles
    Test number
    304248145249
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting rivet missing (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Questions about V6 CWF

Does V6 CWF currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V6 CWF is valid until 9 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on V6 CWF?
The MOT on V6 CWF is valid until 9 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V6 CWF done?
V6 CWF was recorded at 131,217 miles at its MOT on 10 Jan 2026, an average of 4,942 miles a year.
Has V6 CWF ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V6 CWF has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Oct 2023.
Has the mileage on V6 CWF 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 V6 CWF find?
V6 CWF passed its latest MOT on 10 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect and 5 advisories: nearside front upper anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated loose fitting; front brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material nearside and offside before flexi hose; nearside fuel pipe/s corroded, and 3 more.

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