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GK52 LVS

2002 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,895 mi
Last recorded51,895 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2016
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 LVS
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2016 51,895 miles

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Rear diff leaking oil

Pass 4 Nov 2015 51,072 miles

Rear diff has oil leak

Pass 27 Nov 2014 49,517 miles

engine management light on

Pass 15 Nov 2013 47,768 miles

EML light on

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Rear diff leaking oil

Pass 7 Dec 2012 47,023 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside front tyre outer wall cut (cord not exposed)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 28 Nov 2012 47,021 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Nearside Obligatory mirror deteriorated, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside front tyre outer wall cut (cord not exposed)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Nov 2011 44,971 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 44,971 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2010 42,449 miles

rear diff oil leaking.

Pass 10 Dec 2009 40,082 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2008 38,190 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2007 31,550 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2006 27,658 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2005 21,005 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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GK52 LVS 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 85.7%.

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 GK52 LVS, 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 GK52 LVS registered?

GK52 LVS is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 4 September 2002.

Is GK52 LVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK52 LVS shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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