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M400 PGM

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

163,249 mi
Last recorded163,249 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2016
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM400 PGM
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2016 163,249 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 160,792 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2014 157,224 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 22 Apr 2013 153,509 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 153,479 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 19 Apr 2012 149,096 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2011 145,379 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2010 140,798 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 136,832 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2008 129,084 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 119,250 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2006 109,928 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2006 109,980 miles

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

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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M400 PGM is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 M400 PGM, 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 M400 PGM registered?

M400 PGM is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 9 March 2001.

Is M400 PGM safe to buy?

The MOT history for M400 PGM shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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