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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2005 · 4,999 cc

Y18 PPYMOT history

Y18 PPY is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 5 Sept 2005. Its MOT is valid until 17 Dec 2026 and it has passed 18 of 21 MOT tests, with 88,652 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Dec 2025.

Y18 PPY 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 17 Dec 2026
Mileage
88,652 mi
At MOT on 18 Dec 2025
MOT tests
21
18 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,052 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y18 PPY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,999 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
5 Sept 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 17 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y18 PPY was last recorded at 88,652 miles on 18 Dec 2025, 2,275 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Dec 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 21 Sept 2009: 31,179 miles, lower than 35,536 miles on 23 Jul 2008.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
86,377 miles · 14 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,275 miles
Average per year
3,052 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 88,652 miles
  • 2024 – 86,377 miles
  • 2023 – 84,838 miles
  • 2022 – 83,638 miles
  • 2021 – 80,653 miles
  • 2020 – 79,106 miles
  • 2019 – 77,965 miles
  • 2018 – 76,090 miles
  • 2017 – 73,079 miles
  • 2016 – 69,941 miles
  • 2015 – 66,799 miles
  • 2014 – 63,078 miles
  • 2013 – 60,032 miles
  • 2012 – 54,548 miles
  • 2011 – 46,407 miles
  • 2010 – 40,591 miles
  • 2009 – 31,179 miles
  • 2008 – 35,536 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass88,652 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Under tray fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

Full MOT history

21 tests since 23 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass88,652 miles (+2,275)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    88,652 miles
    Test number
    393695024070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass86,377 miles (+1,539)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    86,377 miles
    Test number
    427368768188

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass84,838 miles (+21)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    84,838 miles
    Test number
    517327845488
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Fail84,817 miles (+1,179)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,817 miles
    Test number
    353869836159
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working Both o/s (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  5. Pass83,638 miles (+2,985)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    83,638 miles
    Test number
    307109161635
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  6. Pass80,653 miles (+1,547)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    80,653 miles
    Test number
    245690259471
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryUnder tray fitted

  7. Pass79,106 miles (+1,141)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    79,106 miles
    Test number
    188034237352
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  8. Pass77,965 miles (+1,875)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    77,965 miles
    Test number
    264283465125
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryParking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

  9. Pass76,090 miles (+73)
    MOT expiry
    16 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    76,090 miles
    Test number
    488325069090

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail76,017 miles (+2,938)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,017 miles
    Test number
    529077647472
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed 285/35 x 19 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass73,079 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    73,079 miles
    Test number
    429720187987
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255-45-19 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail73,078 miles (+3,137)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,078 miles
    Test number
    760861947095
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 255-45-19 (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass69,941 miles (+3,142)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    69,941 miles
    Test number
    832411984606
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  14. Pass66,799 miles (+3,721)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    66,799 miles
    Test number
    585018142877
    • AdvisoryEngine cover fitted
    • AdvisoryUnder cover fitted

  15. Pass63,078 miles (+3,046)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    63,078 miles
    Test number
    535782964229
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass60,032 miles (+5,484)
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,032 miles
    Test number
    399372063248

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass54,548 miles (+8,141)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    54,548 miles
    Test number
    717713762207
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass46,407 miles (+5,816)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    46,407 miles
    Test number
    709190151267
    • NoteFront tyres wearing on inner edges

  19. Pass40,591 miles (+9,412)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    40,591 miles
    Test number
    453946350210
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  20. Pass31,179 miles (-4,357)1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    31,179 miles
    Test number
    293424569240
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  21. Pass35,536 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    35,536 miles
    Test number
    893355108222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y18 PPY

Does Y18 PPY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y18 PPY is valid until 17 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y18 PPY?
The MOT on Y18 PPY is valid until 17 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y18 PPY done?
Y18 PPY was recorded at 88,652 miles at its MOT on 18 Dec 2025, an average of 3,052 miles a year.
Has Y18 PPY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y18 PPY has failed 3 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Nov 2023.
Has the mileage on Y18 PPY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 21 Sept 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on Y18 PPY find?
Y18 PPY passed its latest MOT on 18 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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