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LB51 XEY

2002 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2013
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

51,473 mi
Last recorded51,473 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2012
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB51 XEY
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2012 51,473 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

n/s/front tyre 3mm and cracking in tread

Pass 29 Sep 2011 43,498 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 43,419 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 Jan 2009 42,093 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2007 39,890 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 37,883 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2006 37,866 miles

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

all tyres worn edges

slight oil leal from rear diff area

unable to check inner brake pads

wiper blades poor

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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LB51 XEY is a 2002 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 LB51 XEY, 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 LB51 XEY registered?

LB51 XEY is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 3 January 2002.

Is LB51 XEY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB51 XEY shows 7 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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