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M500 JJW

2003 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests23 (23 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,519 mi
Last recorded100,519 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 BMW M588,954 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 JJW
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

23 pass
Pass 24 Mar 2026 100,519 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2025 100,429 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2024 97,508 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2023 97,297 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 96,883 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 96,729 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2020 95,242 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 93,418 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2018 89,562 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 86,930 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2016 82,400 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2015 80,566 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 76,070 miles

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 15 Jan 2013 69,465 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2012 63,919 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2011 57,840 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2010 52,338 miles

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

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

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

grease emitted from propshaft rear coupling/joint

slight oil leak from off side rear axle seal

Pass 16 Jan 2009 46,365 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2008 35,980 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2007 35,554 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2007 24,386 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 24,332 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2006 22,209 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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M500 JJW is a 2003 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.9% with a typical mileage of 88,954 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 M500 JJW, 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 23 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 M500 JJW registered?

M500 JJW is a 2003 BMW M5, first registered on 10 March 2003.

Is M500 JJW safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 JJW shows 23 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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