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AM51 USV

2002 BMW M5

Black Petrol 5000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

124,899 mi
Last recorded124,899 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM51 USV
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine5,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 124,899 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 13 Feb 2026 124,899 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'.

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 Aug 2024 120,482 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 119,350 miles

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt Both side ()

Pass 28 Jul 2022 118,656 miles

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'.

Fail 28 Jul 2022 118,656 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid Leaking (3.5 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Lower Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A'.

Pass 25 Jun 2021 114,414 miles

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Jul 2020 112,801 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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AM51 USV is a 2002 BMW M5 in Black with a 5,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2002 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 89,103 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AM51 USV, 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 24 years old, this BMW M5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AM51 USV registered?

AM51 USV is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AM51 USV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM51 USV shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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