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DU52 CPZ

2002 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

165,983 mi
Last recorded165,983 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU52 CPZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc
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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 165,983 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 159,317 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2018 159,270 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2015 159,175 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2015 159,165 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Mar 2012 74,005 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2010 157,879 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 146,135 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2008 131,464 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 113,676 miles

slight damage n/s/f tyre sidewall

Pass 5 Sep 2006 91,860 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2006 91,617 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake hose excessively chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 26 Sep 2005 745,529 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2005 74,529 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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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DU52 CPZ is a 2002 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 DU52 CPZ, 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 DU52 CPZ registered?

DU52 CPZ is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is DU52 CPZ safe to buy?

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