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FH51 XRZ

2002 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 May 2021
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

156,576 mi
Last recorded156,576 miles
Recorded on26 May 2020
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH51 XRZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 May 2020 156,576 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and covered by under seal. (1.1.11 (c))

Central Rear Prop shaft bearing has slight play (6.1.7 (b) (i))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both side and covered by under seal . (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Fuel Pipe/s corroded and covered by under seal. ()

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and covered by under seal. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 155,239 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2015 150,226 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2014 147,519 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 145,146 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 139,347 miles

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

Pass 23 Feb 2012 131,931 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 118,683 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2010 105,406 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 5 Mar 2010 105,406 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2009 91,100 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

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

both front wipers slightly derteriated

Pass 10 Mar 2008 77,842 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 77,656 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2006 71,854 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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FH51 XRZ is a 2002 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 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 FH51 XRZ, 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.

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What year was FH51 XRZ registered?

FH51 XRZ is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 3 January 2002.

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