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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2000 · 4,941 cc

V8 VMXMOT history

V8 VMX is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 25 Oct 2000. Its MOT expired on 25 Apr 2022 and it has passed 11 of 15 MOT tests, with 143,123 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Sept 2025.

V8 VMX 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 25 Apr 2022
Mileage
143,123 mi
At MOT on 30 Sept 2025
MOT tests
15
11 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,461 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V8 VMX
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
25 Oct 2000
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Apr 2022
Latest MOT test
30 Sept 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

V8 VMX was last recorded at 143,123 miles on 30 Sept 2025, 573 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Apr 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
142,550 miles · 26 Apr 2021
Between the last two tests
573 miles
Average per year
3,461 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 143,123 miles
  • 2021 – 142,550 miles
  • 2019 – 142,452 miles
  • 2018 – 139,252 miles
  • 2017 – 134,137 miles
  • 2015 – 132,416 miles
  • 2014 – 128,679 miles
  • 2011 – 123,888 miles
  • 2010 – 117,490 miles
  • 2008 – 101,875 miles
  • 2007 – 92,546 miles
  • 2006 – 77,640 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail143,123 miles
  • DangerousFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear metal pipes
  • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (Marked) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
  • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

What MOT failures mean

Full MOT history

15 tests since 30 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail143,123 miles (+573)1 dangerous8 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    143,123 miles
    Test number
    458893326033
    • DangerousFuel Pipe/s corroded Front to rear metal pipes
    • MajorNearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill jacking point (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover missing (Marked) (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  2. Pass142,550 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    142,550 miles
    Test number
    558487165917
    • AdvisoryFront Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened worn/pitted (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake hoses tie wrapped securely to front struts

  3. Fail142,546 miles (+94)6 dangerous7 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,546 miles
    Test number
    523753511185
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Outer Fuel Pipe/s corroded TWO FUEL PIPES EXCESSIVELY CORRODED
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorBrake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Brake hose excessively chafed flexi rubbing top (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Upper Brake hose excessively chafed FLEXI RUBBING TOP (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

  4. Pass142,452 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    142,452 miles
    Test number
    778371070695
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded

  5. Fail142,450 miles (+3,198)2 dangerous1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    142,450 miles
    Test number
    950102595545
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryAll brake pipes slightly corroded

  6. Pass139,252 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    139,252 miles
    Test number
    658110472660
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Fail139,251 miles (+5,114)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    139,251 miles
    Test number
    728810024129
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded inner wing (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Pass134,137 miles (+1,721)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    134,137 miles
    Test number
    988621770778

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass132,416 miles (+3,737)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    132,416 miles
    Test number
    587398105088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass128,679 miles (+4,791)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    128,679 miles
    Test number
    215763404046
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass123,888 miles (+6,398)
    MOT expiry
    10 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    123,888 miles
    Test number
    487315511421

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass117,490 miles (+15,615)
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2011
    Odometer
    117,490 miles
    Test number
    290894140476

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass101,875 miles (+9,329)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    101,875 miles
    Test number
    271926318304

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass92,546 miles (+14,906)
    MOT expiry
    15 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    92,546 miles
    Test number
    474120327466

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass77,640 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    77,640 miles
    Test number
    651303606301

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V8 VMX

Does V8 VMX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V8 VMX expired on 25 Apr 2022, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V8 VMX?
The MOT on V8 VMX expired on 25 Apr 2022. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V8 VMX done?
V8 VMX was recorded at 143,123 miles at its MOT on 30 Sept 2025, an average of 3,461 miles a year.
Has V8 VMX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V8 VMX has failed 4 of its 15 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on V8 VMX 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 VMX find?
V8 VMX failed its latest MOT on 30 Sept 2025 with 1 dangerous defect, 8 major defects, 3 minor defects and 6 advisories: fuel pipe/s corroded front to rear metal pipes; nearside rear inner suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill; nearside rear outer suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill jacking point, and 15 more.

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