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Green · Petrol · 2000 · 4,941 cc

V8 GSLMOT history

V8 GSL is a green petrol BMW M5 first used on 10 Jan 2000. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 152,616 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Jun 2026.

V8 GSL green 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 8 Jun 2027
Mileage
152,616 mi
At MOT on 9 Jun 2026
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,269 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 GSL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2000
First used
10 Jan 2000
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
9 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

V8 GSL was last recorded at 152,616 miles on 9 Jun 2026, 49 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 May 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
152,567 miles · 28 May 2026
Between the last two tests
49 miles
Average per year
2,269 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 152,616 miles
  • 2025 – 151,781 miles
  • 2024 – 151,174 miles
  • 2023 – 150,180 miles
  • 2022 – 148,940 miles
  • 2020 – 148,124 miles
  • 2019 – 146,968 miles
  • 2015 – 146,933 miles
  • 2014 – 146,750 miles
  • 2013 – 146,723 miles
  • 2012 – 146,623 miles
  • 2011 – 146,343 miles
  • 2009 – 145,502 miles
  • 2008 – 144,604 miles
  • 2007 – 128,948 miles
  • 2006 – 106,270 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass152,616 miles
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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 Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011–2014

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass152,616 miles (+49)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    152,616 miles
    Test number
    970901233532
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  2. Fail152,567 miles (+786)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    152,567 miles
    Test number
    578122293243
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  3. Pass151,781 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    151,781 miles
    Test number
    228120046676

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail151,781 miles (+607)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    151,781 miles
    Test number
    144866979958
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  5. Pass151,174 miles (+994)
    MOT expiry
    17 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    151,174 miles
    Test number
    961369098368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass150,180 miles (+1,240)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    150,180 miles
    Test number
    378034869042
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass148,940 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    12 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    148,940 miles
    Test number
    368759375991
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  8. Fail148,940 miles (+816)1 major1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,940 miles
    Test number
    341707353126
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  9. Pass148,124 miles (+1,156)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    148,124 miles
    Test number
    288336280059
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass146,968 miles (+35)2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    146,968 miles
    Test number
    277658275412
    • MinorNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower jacking point block missing
    • AdvisoryNearside Front damage to plastic covers under vehicle and wheel arch inner covers
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door mirror glass in poor condition
    • AdvisoryNearside Front slight bind on brake
    • AdvisoryOffside Front water in head lamp and pattern just in spec
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear slight damage to floor
    • AdvisoryAll brake disc rusting inner side
    • AdvisoryEngine oil leaks
    • AdvisoryEngine oil level on min
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes rusting under vehicle
    • AdvisoryParking brake effort low just in spec
    • AdvisoryRear axle leaking oil
    • AdvisoryWipers clearing screen just in spec

  11. Pass146,933 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    146,933 miles
    Test number
    118239523684
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner surface worn
    • AdvisoryRear diff pinion oil seal leaking.

  12. Fail146,933 miles (+183)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,933 miles
    Test number
    791181534496
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs inner surface worn
    • AdvisoryRear diff pinion oil seal leaking.

  13. Pass146,750 miles (+27)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    146,750 miles
    Test number
    388029984180
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside headlamp has condensation on lense

  14. Pass146,723 miles (+100)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    146,723 miles
    Test number
    855510373177
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteOffside headlamp has moisture inside but not affecting beam image

  15. Pass146,623 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    146,623 miles
    Test number
    135314472107
    • NoteFront brake discs slightlly pitted.
    • NoteMoisture in o/s headlamp
    • NoteRear no.plate deteriorating.

  16. Fail146,623 miles (+280)2 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,623 miles
    Test number
    208314772413
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteFront brake discs slightlly pitted.
    • NoteMoisture in o/s headlamp
    • NoteRear no.plate deteriorating.

  17. Pass146,343 miles2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    146,343 miles
    Test number
    617201571198
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs pitting
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorating

  18. Fail146,343 miles (+841)1 repaired2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,343 miles
    Test number
    849891971161
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteFront & rear brake discs pitting
    • NoteRear no plate deteriorating

  19. Pass145,502 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    145,502 miles
    Test number
    301442289140
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  20. Fail145,502 miles (+898)2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,502 miles
    Test number
    991682089109
    • Repaired at testDirection indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp not in good working order but not adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  21. Pass144,604 miles (+15,656)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    144,604 miles
    Test number
    671867588099
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteRear number plate req att soon
    • NoteRear tyres getting low

  22. Pass128,948 miles (+22,678)1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    128,948 miles
    Test number
    142136737040
    • NoteRear number plate req att now hand brake cable req more slack

  23. Pass106,270 miles
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    106,270 miles
    Test number
    323895406015

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail106,270 miles2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    106,270 miles
    Test number
    231865906044
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Questions about V8 GSL

Does V8 GSL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on V8 GSL is valid until 8 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on V8 GSL?
The MOT on V8 GSL is valid until 8 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has V8 GSL done?
V8 GSL was recorded at 152,616 miles at its MOT on 9 Jun 2026, an average of 2,269 miles a year.
Has V8 GSL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 GSL has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 28 May 2026.
Has the mileage on V8 GSL 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 V8 GSL find?
V8 GSL passed its latest MOT on 9 Jun 2026 with 1 advisory: tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear.

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