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F25 PLR

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Oct 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

176,043 mi
Last recorded176,043 miles
Recorded on24 Oct 2015
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationF25 PLR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Oct 2015 176,043 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2014 170,297 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Nov 2013 164,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 12 Nov 2013 164,257 miles

Nearside 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)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Nov 2012 156,323 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 148,398 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 18 Nov 2010 140,772 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 130,668 miles

Centre Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 11 Nov 2008 118,316 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2007 106,475 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 94,814 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2006 94,814 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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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F25 PLR is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2000 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 102,280 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 F25 PLR, 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 26 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 F25 PLR registered?

F25 PLR is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 28 December 2000.

Is F25 PLR safe to buy?

The MOT history for F25 PLR shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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