MDJ4 - BMW M5
MOT: Not validGB
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The BMW M5, often referred to simply as the M5, is a high-performance luxury saloon renowned for its blend of everyday usability and exceptional driving dynamics. Manufactured by BMW's M division, the M5 has established itself as a benchmark in the executive sports car segment since its inception in the 1980s. The latest models, introduced in recent years, feature advanced engineering, including turbocharged engines and sophisticated chassis technology, making them standouts in both speed and handling. With a rich history rooted in BMW’s commitment to precision engineering and driving excellence, the M5 continues to captivate enthusiasts with its powerful performance and refined design.
Vehicle Overview
Technical Details
Environmental Impact
Status & Compliance
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MOT History
Vehicle testing history with 9 MOT tests
This is a 2001 BMW M5, registration MDJ4, first registered in June 2001. The vehicle has a blue exterior and is powered by a 4.9-litre petrol engine, with CO2 emissions of 346 g/km. It has a recorded mileage of 106,925 miles. The car is currently SORN and does not have a valid MOT; the last MOT was conducted on 18 January 2011, with expiry on 17 January 2012. Notable advisories from the previous MOT include deteriorated front and rear registration plates and corroded fuel pipes. No information on current tax status or recent mechanical inspections is available.
Understanding MOT Defect Categories
Total Tests
9
Passed Tests
5
Failed Tests
4
Latest Test
Passed
Passed - 18 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,925 mi
Expires: 17 January 2012
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Failed - 11 January 2011
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 106,915 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
- Major Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
- Major Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Advisory Offside Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
- Advisory Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
- Advisory Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
Passed - 27 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,962 mi
Expires: 26 August 2010
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Failed - 26 August 2009
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 96,956 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)
- Major Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
- Major Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
- Major Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
Passed - 13 August 2008
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 83,153 mi
Expires: 12 August 2009
Passed - 12 July 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,438 mi
Expires: 11 July 2008
Failed - 11 July 2007
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 69,438 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)
Passed - 03 July 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,611 mi
Expires: 02 July 2007
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Failed - 20 June 2006
MOT Test at Unknown
Mileage: 63,283 mi
Major Defects:
- Major Anti-lock braking system warning lamp does not illuminate (3.4.1b)
- Major Anti-lock braking system warning lamp sequence is incorrect (3.4.1d)
- Major Nearside Rear Tie bar/rod has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
- Major Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
Advisory Notices:
- Advisory Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
- Advisory Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the MOT due for MDJ4?
The MOT expires on 17 January 2012.
What is the tax status of MDJ4?
The tax status is SORN.
What are the specifications of MDJ4?
This is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue. It runs on Petrol with a 4941cc engine.
What is the environmental impact of MDJ4?
This vehicle produces 346 g/km of CO2 emissions.