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BMW M5

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

Y252 UANMOT history

Y252 UAN is a black petrol BMW M5 first used on 12 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 3 Aug 2027 and it has passed 16 of 23 MOT tests, with 148,299 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Aug 2026.

Y252 UAN 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 3 Aug 2027
Mileage
148,299 mi
At MOT on 4 Aug 2026
MOT tests
23
16 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,921 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y252 UAN
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
12 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 3 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
4 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y252 UAN was last recorded at 148,299 miles on 4 Aug 2026, 708 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
147,591 miles · 31 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
708 miles
Average per year
4,921 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 148,299 miles
  • 2023 – 147,591 miles
  • 2022 – 146,921 miles
  • 2021 – 146,740 miles
  • 2020 – 145,534 miles
  • 2017 – 144,338 miles
  • 2016 – 144,238 miles
  • 2015 – 141,974 miles
  • 2014 – 140,349 miles
  • 2013 – 131,968 miles
  • 2012 – 124,535 miles
  • 2011 – 118,413 miles
  • 2010 – 114,039 miles
  • 2009 – 90,411 miles
  • 2008 – 78,718 miles
  • 2007 – 64,164 miles
  • 2006 – 51,096 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass148,299 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Coil spring corroded Both Sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

23 tests since 2 Nov 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass148,299 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    148,299 miles
    Test number
    186949225275
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

  2. Fail148,299 miles (+708)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,299 miles
    Test number
    828078106226
    • Repaired at testCentral Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear brake pads wearing low

  3. Pass147,591 miles (+670)
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    147,591 miles
    Test number
    299316659673

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass146,921 miles (+181)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    146,921 miles
    Test number
    755554889491
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass146,740 miles (+5)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    146,740 miles
    Test number
    121918045533
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Fail146,735 miles (+1,201)1 dangerous2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,735 miles
    Test number
    446806381309
    • DangerousNearside Rear Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))
    • MajorSide repeater missing Both Sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  7. Pass145,534 miles (+64)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2021
    Odometer
    145,534 miles
    Test number
    290981901780
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has been wielded

  8. Fail145,470 miles (+1,132)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    145,470 miles
    Test number
    882677240727
    • MajorFront Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear reverse light not working
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear wheel has been wielded

  9. Pass144,338 miles (+100)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    144,338 miles
    Test number
    324309179222
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

  10. Fail144,238 miles (+2,264)5 failures6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,238 miles
    Test number
    694014834223
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryBoth rear inner sills have slight corrosion

  11. Pass141,974 miles (+1,625)3 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    141,974 miles
    Test number
    188663265070
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteFuel pipe/s corroded
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteRear diff has a oil leak

  12. Pass140,349 miles (+26)
    MOT expiry
    17 Dec 2015
    Odometer
    140,349 miles
    Test number
    465212954400

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail140,323 miles (+8,355)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,323 miles
    Test number
    146136144398
    • FailureFuel cap/sealing device missing (7.2.4a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  14. Pass131,968 miles (+7,433)
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2014
    Odometer
    131,968 miles
    Test number
    446324123317

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass124,535 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    124,535 miles
    Test number
    655992632353
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  16. Fail124,535 miles (+6,122)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,535 miles
    Test number
    685062232394
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass118,413 miles (+4,374)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    118,413 miles
    Test number
    997972511316
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteNearside front tyre wearing on outer edge
    • NoteNearside rear road wheel has been repaired
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on outer edge

  18. Pass114,039 miles (+23,628)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    114,039 miles
    Test number
    110742820364
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass90,411 miles (+11,693)6 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    90,411 miles
    Test number
    463202249495
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteOil leak

  20. Pass78,718 miles (+14,554)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    78,718 miles
    Test number
    294399108308
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  21. Pass64,164 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    64,164 miles
    Test number
    673170117386

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail64,164 miles (+13,068)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,164 miles
    Test number
    551590517341
    • FailureFront registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)
    • FailureNearside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

  23. Pass51,096 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    51,096 miles
    Test number
    292976306314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y252 UAN

Does Y252 UAN currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y252 UAN is valid until 3 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y252 UAN?
The MOT on Y252 UAN is valid until 3 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y252 UAN done?
Y252 UAN was recorded at 148,299 miles at its MOT on 4 Aug 2026, an average of 4,921 miles a year.
Has Y252 UAN ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y252 UAN has failed 7 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on Y252 UAN 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 Y252 UAN find?
Y252 UAN passed its latest MOT on 4 Aug 2026 with 1 advisory: rear brake pads wearing low.

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