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M50 KWK

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2023
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

83,974 mi
Last recorded83,974 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2022
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM50 KWK
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2022 83,974 miles

No rear seats fitted at time of test.

Fail 2 Jul 2022 83,974 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

No rear seats fitted at time of test.

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2021 83,905 miles

Rear Oil leak, but not excessive DIFF (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jun 2020 83,118 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2019 82,736 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2018 82,160 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2017 82,091 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2016 80,571 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2016 77,070 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 71,837 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Fail 19 Feb 2015 71,837 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 1 Feb 2014 67,191 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 61,238 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 56,284 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 43,398 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 43,396 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 33,273 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2007 27,070 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2006 22,012 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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M50 KWK is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 M50 KWK, 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 M50 KWK registered?

M50 KWK is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 5 December 2001.

Is M50 KWK safe to buy?

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