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FP02 AUR

2002 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2024
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

135,079 mi
Last recorded135,079 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2023
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 AUR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2023 135,079 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2022 127,850 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2022 127,830 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Emissions not tested due to exhaust broken/corroded (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases middle section (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel cap/sealing device missing FILLER CAP (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 May 2019 131,241 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 126,984 miles

diff oil leak?????

nearside front exhaust bank clamp insucre

Fail 8 Mar 2016 126,977 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

diff oil leak?????

nearside front exhaust bank clamp insucre

Pass 26 Feb 2015 123,447 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2014 121,237 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2013 120,911 miles

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 120,911 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2012 119,732 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 1 Jun 2012 119,732 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2011 113,408 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 113,408 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 108,701 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 106,312 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2008 76,248 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2008 102,136 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 86,717 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2007 86,717 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 8 Sep 2006 85,523 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2005 67,030 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2005 66,912 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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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FP02 AUR is a 2002 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 FP02 AUR, 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 FP02 AUR registered?

FP02 AUR is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 23 April 2002.

Is FP02 AUR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 AUR shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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