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BMW M5

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 4,941 cc

Y3 JASMOT history

Y3 JAS is a blue petrol BMW M5 first used on 3 May 2001. Its MOT is valid until 30 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 79,685 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Jan 2026.

Y3 JAS 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 30 Jan 2027
Mileage
79,685 mi
At MOT on 30 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,207 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y3 JAS
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 May 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 30 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
30 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y3 JAS was last recorded at 79,685 miles on 30 Jan 2026, 553 miles more than at the previous MOT on 31 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,132 miles · 31 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
553 miles
Average per year
3,207 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,685 miles
  • 2025 – 79,132 miles
  • 2024 – 78,527 miles
  • 2023 – 77,347 miles
  • 2021 – 75,779 miles
  • 2020 – 73,859 miles
  • 2019 – 71,992 miles
  • 2018 – 68,842 miles
  • 2017 – 63,226 miles
  • 2016 – 59,883 miles
  • 2015 – 56,747 miles
  • 2014 – 53,582 miles
  • 2013 – 48,887 miles
  • 2012 – 45,388 miles
  • 2011 – 40,659 miles
  • 2010 – 36,496 miles
  • 2009 – 32,855 miles
  • 2008 – 28,465 miles
  • 2007 – 22,165 miles
  • 2006 – 16,168 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,685 miles
  • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

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 Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2015

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Engine covers & under trays fitted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017–2018

  • Engine covers and undertrays fitted.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Offside rear Differential oil seal leaking.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass79,685 miles (+553)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    79,685 miles
    Test number
    993530183814
    • MinorOffside Rear Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

  2. Pass79,132 miles (+605)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    79,132 miles
    Test number
    271811235752

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass78,527 miles (+1,180)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    78,527 miles
    Test number
    952970475565

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass77,347 miles (+1,568)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    77,347 miles
    Test number
    629612448080

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass75,779 miles (+1,920)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    75,779 miles
    Test number
    608875535238
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers , under trays & sill covers fitted

  6. Pass73,859 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    137567108442
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays & outer sill covers fitted

  7. Fail73,859 miles (+1,867)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,859 miles
    Test number
    112236402322
    • Repaired at testRear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFluid leak, but not excessive rear differential (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEngine covers under trays & outer sill covers fitted

  8. Pass71,992 miles (+3,150)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    71,992 miles
    Test number
    980049837033
    • AdvisoryDifferential leaking oil.
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and under-trays fitted.
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner and outer treads (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on inner tread (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside and nearside rear Body strengthening bars corroded.

  9. Pass68,842 miles (+5,616)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    68,842 miles
    Test number
    968019325557
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted

  10. Pass63,226 miles (+3,343)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    63,226 miles
    Test number
    737339536668
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers & under trays fitted

  11. Pass59,883 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    59,883 miles
    Test number
    775112166934
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Differential oil seal leaking.

  12. Fail59,883 miles (+3,136)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,883 miles
    Test number
    959235810817
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryEngine covers and undertrays fitted.
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear Tyre wearing smooth on inner tread.
    • AdvisoryOffside rear Differential oil seal leaking.

  13. Pass56,747 miles1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    56,747 miles
    Test number
    508934385012
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear Differential oil seals leaking.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear Tyres wearing slightly on inner treads.
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  14. Fail56,747 miles (+3,165)1 failure1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,747 miles
    Test number
    265023485016
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear Differential oil seals leaking.
    • NoteOffside and nearside rear Tyres wearing slightly on inner treads.
    • NoteOuter Sill covers fitted.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  15. Pass53,582 miles (+4,695)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    53,582 miles
    Test number
    178521594033
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteDifferential oil seals leaking.
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteOffside front Tyre wearing slightly on inner edge.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  16. Pass48,887 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    48,887 miles
    Test number
    737909373060
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  17. Fail48,887 miles (+3,499)1 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,887 miles
    Test number
    789029573064
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  18. Pass45,388 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    45,388 miles
    Test number
    305099502151
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • NoteOffside rear Differential Oil Seal leaking.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  19. Fail45,388 miles (+4,729)2 failures5 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,388 miles
    Test number
    619538502139
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management light on.
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear Differential Oil Seal leaking.
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  20. Pass40,659 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    40,659 miles
    Test number
    526569901155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail40,659 miles (+4,163)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,659 miles
    Test number
    227428201415
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  22. Pass36,496 miles (+3,641)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    36,496 miles
    Test number
    872643080097
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  23. Pass32,855 miles (+220)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    32,855 miles
    Test number
    923030619173
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak from offside rear Differential oil seal.

  24. Fail32,635 miles (+4,170)1 failure2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,635 miles
    Test number
    122725209118
    • FailureOffside Front Drag link end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteOil leak from offside rear Differential oil seal.

  25. Pass28,465 miles (+6,300)
    MOT expiry
    16 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    28,465 miles
    Test number
    511188108142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass22,165 miles (+5,997)
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    22,165 miles
    Test number
    602576387040

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass16,168 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    16,168 miles
    Test number
    951582006129

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y3 JAS

Does Y3 JAS currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y3 JAS is valid until 30 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y3 JAS?
The MOT on Y3 JAS is valid until 30 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y3 JAS done?
Y3 JAS was recorded at 79,685 miles at its MOT on 30 Jan 2026, an average of 3,207 miles a year.
Has Y3 JAS ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y3 JAS has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Mar 2020.
Has the mileage on Y3 JAS 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 Y3 JAS find?
Y3 JAS passed its latest MOT on 30 Jan 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside rear outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated.

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