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J102988

2002 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4998cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2018
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

80,515 mi
Last recorded80,515 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2017
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ102988
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,998cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2017 80,515 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2017 80,515 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Front Oil leak ()

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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J102988 is a 2002 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 J102988, 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 J102988 registered?

J102988 is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 20 November 2002.

Is J102988 safe to buy?

The MOT history for J102988 shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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