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BMW 5 Series

Green · Petrol · 2002 · 2,171 cc

Y5 RDOMOT history

Y5 RDO is a green petrol BMW 5 Series first used on 22 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 18 Oct 2027 and it has passed 21 of 28 MOT tests, with 154,440 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Oct 2026.

Y5 RDO green BMW 5 Series – car details, MOT history and tax status
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MOT
Valid
Until 18 Oct 2027
Mileage
154,440 mi
At MOT on 15 Oct 2026
MOT tests
28
21 passed · 7 failed
Per year
5,615 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y5 RDO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
BMW
Model
5 Series
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
2,171 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
22 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 18 Oct 2027
Latest MOT test
15 Oct 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y5 RDO was last recorded at 154,440 miles on 15 Oct 2026, 1,049 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 Sept 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
153,391 miles · 29 Sept 2026
Between the last two tests
1,049 miles
Average per year
5,615 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 154,440 miles
  • 2025 – 130,802 miles
  • 2024 – 120,134 miles
  • 2023 – 118,102 miles
  • 2022 – 116,252 miles
  • 2021 – 112,977 miles
  • 2020 – 109,242 miles
  • 2019 – 104,856 miles
  • 2018 – 98,577 miles
  • 2017 – 95,763 miles
  • 2016 – 94,012 miles
  • 2015 – 92,575 miles
  • 2014 – 90,736 miles
  • 2013 – 88,816 miles
  • 2012 – 86,996 miles
  • 2011 – 84,518 miles
  • 2010 – 77,550 miles
  • 2009 – 68,292 miles
  • 2008 – 56,776 miles
  • 2007 – 47,542 miles
  • 2006 – 39,680 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass154,440 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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.

  • Parking brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2026

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear front to back brake pipe starting to corrode

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Items removed from driver's view prior to test

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn very close to limit (just passed)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Plastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing inspection of components

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

28 tests since 8 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass154,440 miles (+1,049)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2027
    Odometer
    154,440 miles
    Test number
    284198963112
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  2. Fail153,391 miles (+22,589)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    153,391 miles
    Test number
    438805248606
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear (front to rear brake pipes starting to corrode) (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded both rear coil springs starting to corrode (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  3. Pass130,802 miles (+361)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    130,802 miles
    Test number
    452864289538
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear front to back brake pipe starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))
  4. Fail130,441 miles (+10,307)4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,441 miles
    Test number
    796980134977
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "d" bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn "d" bush worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material offside rear front to back brake pipe starting to corrode (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear tyres worn very close to limit (just passed) (5.2.3 (e))
  5. Pass120,134 miles (+2,032)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    120,134 miles
    Test number
    795159303000
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Nearside & Offside Jacking Points (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to Rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing Inner Edge, Tread Depth 4.2mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive Engine, Dripping onto Exhaust (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Nearside & Offside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Oil leak, but not excessive Diff (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  6. Pass118,102 miles (+1,850)1 minor16 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    118,102 miles
    Test number
    493185717104
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryEML Illuminated
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 80% Worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both Front (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Inner & Outer Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Reverse Light Inoperative
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Wearing on Inner Edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing inspection of components
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Approximately 70% Worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both Rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
  7. Pass116,252 miles1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    116,252 miles
    Test number
    787901473945
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light is inop
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertray fitted preventing inspection
  8. Fail116,252 miles (+3,275)2 repaired1 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,252 miles
    Test number
    760574798704
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 75% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer door sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside reverse light is inop
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded offside and nearside (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertray fitted preventing inspection
  9. Pass112,977 miles11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    112,977 miles
    Test number
    923465687233
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside are worn smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement reaction arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside approx 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing inspection of components
  10. Fail112,976 miles (+3,734)1 major11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,976 miles
    Test number
    552700069468
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all coil springs are corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside approx 60% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside are worn smooth on inner edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement reaction arm front bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside approx 50% worn (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust silencer is showing signs of corrosion
    • AdvisorySide repeater slightly discoloured offside and nearside (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills, under floor covers and engine undertrays are fitted preventing inspection of components
  11. Pass109,242 miles (+4,386)1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    109,242 miles
    Test number
    174389788205
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective wipers are smeary across screen (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge offside and nearside are worn smooth on inner edges approx 4.5mm 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened offside and nearside are corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnder floor covers are fitted, preventing inspection of components
  12. Pass104,856 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    104,856 miles
    Test number
    119892194048
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front area of engine area and rear propshaft joint area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres are perished and split in treads 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills and engine undertrays are fitted, preventing inspection of components
  13. Fail104,855 miles (+6,278)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,855 miles
    Test number
    534842104346
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp indictor, remains illuminated when switched to sidelight position (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose excessively deteriorated split to cords (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated perished (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2mm 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge approx 2.5mm 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive front area of engine area and rear propshaft joint area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres are perished and split in treads 225/55/16 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryPlastic cover sills and engine undertrays are fitted, preventing inspection of components
  14. Pass98,577 miles (+2,814)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    98,577 miles
    Test number
    325881666799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil strongish advise (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
  15. Pass95,763 miles (+1,751)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    95,763 miles
    Test number
    708706547741
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil leak is heavier than light misting, but not dripping at this time (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear disc area has reduced contact area
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small stone chips (8.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryUnder tray missing
  16. Pass94,012 miles (+1,437)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    94,012 miles
    Test number
    976640563787
    • AdvisorySill covers fitted
  17. Pass92,575 miles (+1,839)3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    92,575 miles
    Test number
    339507385085
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NotePlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • NoteRear tyres perished
  18. Pass90,736 miles (+8)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    90,736 miles
    Test number
    858049194079
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteSill trims fitted
  19. Fail90,728 miles (+1,912)1 failure1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,728 miles
    Test number
    267355994033
    • FailureNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteSill trims fitted
  20. Pass88,816 miles (+1,820)
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    88,816 miles
    Test number
    815616293038

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass86,996 miles (+2,478)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2013
    Odometer
    86,996 miles
    Test number
    148252612157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass84,518 miles (+6,968)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2012
    Odometer
    84,518 miles
    Test number
    116260021199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass77,550 miles (+9,258)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2011
    Odometer
    77,550 miles
    Test number
    290864910115
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteSlight diff oil leak
  24. Pass68,292 miles (+11,516)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2010
    Odometer
    68,292 miles
    Test number
    803968809113
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre wearing on inside edge
    • NotePlastic underfloor covers fitted
  25. Pass56,776 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2009
    Odometer
    56,776 miles
    Test number
    252040018415

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail56,776 miles (+9,234)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,776 miles
    Test number
    704690418166
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
  27. Pass47,542 miles (+7,862)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    47,542 miles
    Test number
    504028737134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass39,680 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 May 2007
    Odometer
    39,680 miles
    Test number
    860858726172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y5 RDO

Does Y5 RDO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y5 RDO is valid until 18 Oct 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y5 RDO?
The MOT on Y5 RDO is valid until 18 Oct 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y5 RDO done?
Y5 RDO was recorded at 154,440 miles at its MOT on 15 Oct 2026, an average of 5,615 miles a year.
Has Y5 RDO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y5 RDO has failed 7 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Sept 2026.
Has the mileage on Y5 RDO 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 Y5 RDO find?
Y5 RDO passed its latest MOT on 15 Oct 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, but not excessively; nearside front side repeater slightly discoloured; offside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil, and 3 more.

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