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M500 JME

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,742 mi
Last recorded90,742 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 JME
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 90,742 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 87,839 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 86,276 miles
Pass 24 May 2022 85,722 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 42,678 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 JME is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M500 JME, 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

How do I check the history of M500 JME?

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What year was M500 JME registered?

M500 JME is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is M500 JME safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 JME shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does M500 JME have outstanding finance?

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