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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

Y223 NBLMOT history

Y223 NBL is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 3 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 5 Aug 2027 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 145,167 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 6 Aug 2026.

Y223 NBL blue 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 5 Aug 2027
Mileage
145,167 mi
At MOT on 6 Aug 2026
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,995 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y223 NBL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
3 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 5 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
6 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y223 NBL was last recorded at 145,167 miles on 6 Aug 2026, 12 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Sept 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
145,155 miles · 25 Sept 2025
Between the last two tests
12 miles
Average per year
3,995 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 145,167 miles
  • 2025 – 145,155 miles
  • 2024 – 144,748 miles
  • 2022 – 143,341 miles
  • 2021 – 142,244 miles
  • 2020 – 140,773 miles
  • 2019 – 138,456 miles
  • 2018 – 133,896 miles
  • 2017 – 126,737 miles
  • 2016 – 123,227 miles
  • 2015 – 120,044 miles
  • 2014 – 117,163 miles
  • 2013 – 114,104 miles
  • 2012 – 111,419 miles
  • 2011 – 108,130 miles
  • 2010 – 104,961 miles
  • 2009 – 93,209 miles
  • 2008 – 83,852 miles
  • 2007 – 73,471 miles
  • 2006 – 64,005 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass145,167 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.

  • Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking points showing signs of corrosion

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2022

Full MOT history

27 tests since 12 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass145,167 miles (+12)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    145,167 miles
    Test number
    422042273594

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail145,155 miles (+407)3 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,155 miles
    Test number
    215215798219
    • MajorNearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/ inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point/ inner and outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both front headlamps misting (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass144,748 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    144,748 miles
    Test number
    345435310176
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking points showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Fail144,748 miles (+1,407)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,748 miles
    Test number
    727281221637
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryIntegral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both rear jacking points showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  5. Pass143,341 miles (+1,097)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    143,341 miles
    Test number
    627005849975
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  6. Pass142,244 miles (+1,471)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    142,244 miles
    Test number
    248994682754
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both inner edges (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass140,773 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    140,773 miles
    Test number
    626670268991
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded or greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills at rear showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  8. Fail140,773 miles (+2,317)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,773 miles
    Test number
    551228146493
    • Repaired at testNearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • Repaired at testOffside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material various pipes corroded or greased (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner sills at rear showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  9. Pass138,456 miles (+82)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    138,456 miles
    Test number
    311817826508

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail138,374 miles (+4,478)6 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,374 miles
    Test number
    556416154760
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater incorrect colour Both side repeaters show white light (4.4.3 (a))

  11. Pass133,896 miles (+7,159)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    133,896 miles
    Test number
    701924355435
    • AdvisoryBoth rear tyres wearing close to limit
    • AdvisoryO/S front metal brake pipe shows some corrosion
    • AdvisorySlight play in n/s track rod inner ball joint

  12. Pass126,737 miles (+3,510)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    126,737 miles
    Test number
    823665516396

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass123,227 miles (+3,183)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    123,227 miles
    Test number
    764848533707
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and sill trims fitted
    • AdvisoryFuel pipes corroded

  14. Pass120,044 miles (+2,881)4 advisories6 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    120,044 miles
    Test number
    477069645028
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre wearing on outer edges
    • NoteSill covers fitted

  15. Pass117,163 miles (+3,059)3 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    117,163 miles
    Test number
    239034664067
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass114,104 miles5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    114,104 miles
    Test number
    535596543010
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail114,104 miles (+2,685)2 repaired5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,104 miles
    Test number
    805716543012
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass111,419 miles (+3,289)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    111,419 miles
    Test number
    367150262057
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteExhaust mouting bracket broken

  19. Pass108,130 miles (+3,169)
    MOT expiry
    10 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    108,130 miles
    Test number
    195200671094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass104,961 miles (+11,752)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    104,961 miles
    Test number
    254262900178

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass93,209 miles (+9,357)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    93,209 miles
    Test number
    223038009164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass83,852 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    281077408414

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail83,852 miles (+374)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,852 miles
    Test number
    683486208135
    • FailureNearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

  24. Fail83,478 miles (+10,007)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,478 miles
    Test number
    991313298023
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteAdvise handbrake adjustment

  25. Pass73,471 miles (+9,466)
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    73,471 miles
    Test number
    701011417170

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass64,005 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    64,005 miles
    Test number
    133014016115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail64,005 miles5 failures1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,005 miles
    Test number
    312292006160
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Questions about Y223 NBL

Does Y223 NBL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y223 NBL is valid until 5 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y223 NBL?
The MOT on Y223 NBL is valid until 5 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y223 NBL done?
Y223 NBL was recorded at 145,167 miles at its MOT on 6 Aug 2026, an average of 3,995 miles a year.
Has Y223 NBL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y223 NBL has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 25 Sept 2025.
Has the mileage on Y223 NBL 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 Y223 NBL find?
Y223 NBL passed its latest MOT on 6 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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