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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

Y234 SJHMOT history

Y234 SJH is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 20 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Aug 2027 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 95,318 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Aug 2026.

Y234 SJH 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 19 Aug 2027
Mileage
95,318 mi
At MOT on 14 Aug 2026
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
2,393 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y234 SJH
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
M5
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
4,941 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
20 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y234 SJH was last recorded at 95,318 miles on 14 Aug 2026, 1,896 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Aug 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,422 miles · 14 Aug 2025
Between the last two tests
1,896 miles
Average per year
2,393 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,318 miles
  • 2025 – 93,422 miles
  • 2024 – 92,268 miles
  • 2023 – 89,858 miles
  • 2022 – 87,953 miles
  • 2021 – 83,186 miles
  • 2020 – 78,232 miles
  • 2019 – 76,456 miles
  • 2018 – 73,154 miles
  • 2017 – 71,706 miles
  • 2015 – 69,216 miles
  • 2014 – 68,177 miles
  • 2013 – 67,252 miles
  • 2012 – 65,481 miles
  • 2011 – 62,955 miles
  • 2010 – 60,092 miles
  • 2009 – 56,422 miles
  • 2008 – 54,012 miles
  • 2007 – 49,756 miles
  • 2006 – 46,932 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,318 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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.

  • Fuel Pipe/s corroded

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2019–2023

  • Offside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

  • Nearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass95,318 miles (+1,896)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    95,318 miles
    Test number
    276627698803
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Pass93,422 miles (+1,154)
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    93,422 miles
    Test number
    270226377622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,268 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    674652918619
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  4. Fail92,268 miles (+2,410)2 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,268 miles
    Test number
    830757798677
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Inner Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  5. Pass89,858 miles (+1,905)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    89,858 miles
    Test number
    499817998303
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass87,953 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    778065314760
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also cut in tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread STRONG ADVISE (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail87,953 miles (+4,767)1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    87,953 miles
    Test number
    982244056088
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MinorNearside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (1.1.12 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre also cut in tread. (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge STRONG ADVISE (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread STRONG ADVISE (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass83,186 miles (+4,954)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    83,186 miles
    Test number
    792564953864
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (STRONG ADVISE) (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre

  9. Pass78,232 miles (+1,776)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    78,232 miles
    Test number
    378939815355
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded

  10. Pass76,456 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    76,456 miles
    Test number
    542374060243
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIndicator bulbs slightly faded
    • AdvisorySigns of standing

  11. Fail76,456 miles (+3,302)1 dangerous1 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,456 miles
    Test number
    543514591164
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension component fractured link (5.3.3 (b) (ii))
    • MajorHeadlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))
    • MinorOffside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryIndicator bulbs slightly faded
    • AdvisorySigns of standing

  12. Pass73,154 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    73,154 miles
    Test number
    553128193791
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Fail73,154 miles (+61)1 repaired1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,154 miles
    Test number
    963906563867
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  14. Fail73,093 miles (+1,387)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,093 miles
    Test number
    976462143525
    • FailureNearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryMetal brake pipes showing signs of corrosion.
    • AdvisorySuspension height control linkage offside front repaired

  15. Pass71,706 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    71,706 miles
    Test number
    822131114423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail71,706 miles (+2,490)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,706 miles
    Test number
    322175559827
    • DangerousNearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

  17. Pass69,216 miles (+1,039)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    69,216 miles
    Test number
    108316545159
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteOffside front suspension sensor link deteriorating
    • NoteSigns of standing
    • NoteSlight wear rear suspension

  18. Pass68,177 miles (+925)5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    68,177 miles
    Test number
    535489334185
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteOffside front suspension sensor link deteriorating

  19. Pass67,252 miles (+1,771)4 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    67,252 miles
    Test number
    229920243418
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine management light illuminated
    • NoteRear axle oil seal weeping -have topped up by a small amount
    • NoteRear tyres worn in middle of treads

  20. Pass65,481 miles (+2,526)4 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    65,481 miles
    Test number
    636732142105
    • AdvisoryNearside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteParking brake rather stiff action
    • NoteRear axle oil seal weeping -have checked level

  21. Pass62,955 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    62,955 miles
    Test number
    689963441107
    • NoteParking brake rather stiff action

  22. Fail62,955 miles (+2,863)1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,955 miles
    Test number
    277631941437
    • DangerousOffside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • NoteParking brake rather stiff action

  23. Pass60,092 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    132566050183
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  24. Fail60,092 miles (+3,670)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,092 miles
    Test number
    242226550428
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  25. Pass56,422 miles (+2,410)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    56,422 miles
    Test number
    963986139125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass54,012 miles (+4,256)
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    54,012 miles
    Test number
    571932358128

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass49,756 miles (+2,824)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    49,756 miles
    Test number
    200123457437
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass46,932 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    46,932 miles
    Test number
    881667146197

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y234 SJH

Does Y234 SJH currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y234 SJH is valid until 19 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y234 SJH?
The MOT on Y234 SJH is valid until 19 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y234 SJH done?
Y234 SJH was recorded at 95,318 miles at its MOT on 14 Aug 2026, an average of 2,393 miles a year.
Has Y234 SJH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y234 SJH has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on Y234 SJH 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 Y234 SJH find?
Y234 SJH passed its latest MOT on 14 Aug 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front headlamp lens slightly defective; central rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread.

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