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202 ARL

1999 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

114,607 mi
Last recorded114,607 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

Registration202 ARL
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 114,607 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 114,237 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 113,971 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2023 113,700 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 113,567 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2021 113,258 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2020 113,130 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2019 112,792 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 112,400 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 112,038 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 104,909 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2015 104,418 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2013 98,002 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2012 91,788 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2011 85,710 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 79,890 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2009 72,638 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 65,555 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 58,931 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 52,473 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 11 Oct 2006 52,473 miles

How Reliable is the BMW M5?

Based on 93,993 MOT tests across 8,068 vehicles.

83.0%
Pass Rate
3,845
Miles/Year
39
Year Lifespan
8,068
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 2,017
Brake pipe excessively corroded 1,177
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 883
Headlamp aim too low 833
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 807
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202 ARL is a 1999 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW M5 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 2,017 recorded failures. If you're considering buying 202 ARL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW M5 typically stays on UK roads for around 39 years. At 27 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of 202 ARL?

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What year was 202 ARL registered?

202 ARL is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is 202 ARL safe to buy?

The MOT history for 202 ARL shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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