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LP51 LOZ

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

49,388 mi
Last recorded49,388 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLP51 LOZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 49,388 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2024 49,313 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 49,249 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 49,147 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 49,088 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2020 49,009 miles
Fail 11 Jun 2020 49,009 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 18 Oct 2017 48,892 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded above differential (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 48,357 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 47,802 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2014 47,377 miles

nearside rear seat belt not checked, child seat fitted

rear diff damp

Fail 18 Sep 2014 47,370 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1)

nearside rear seat belt not checked, child seat fitted

rear diff damp

washers 5o% working

Pass 19 Sep 2013 43,014 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 42,960 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2011 42,845 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2010 42,755 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2009 41,297 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2009 41,295 miles

Offside Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 11 Sep 2008 36,751 miles

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

Fail 10 Sep 2008 36,750 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

Pass 29 Sep 2007 33,194 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 28,339 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2005 24,694 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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LP51 LOZ is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2001 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 78.3% with a typical mileage of 93,301 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 LP51 LOZ, 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 25 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 LP51 LOZ registered?

LP51 LOZ is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 27 September 2001.

Is LP51 LOZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for LP51 LOZ shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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