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M500 MFR

2002 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

77,928 mi
Last recorded77,928 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM500 MFR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 Aug 2025 77,928 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 77,537 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 77,173 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2022 76,738 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 76,273 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 75,822 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2019 75,617 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 75,157 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 74,942 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 74,594 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2015 74,231 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 73,381 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 71,607 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 68,447 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 66,516 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2010 62,920 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2009 58,542 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 47,932 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 41,267 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2006 36,886 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 MFR is a 2002 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 M500 MFR, 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

How do I check the history of M500 MFR?

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What year was M500 MFR registered?

M500 MFR is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 23 January 2002.

Is M500 MFR safe to buy?

The MOT history for M500 MFR shows 20 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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