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M555 SLO

2000 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

157,257 mi
Last recorded157,257 miles
Recorded on17 Feb 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM555 SLO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Feb 2026 157,257 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2025 153,684 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 150,126 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2022 146,507 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2021 143,614 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of vehicle.

Pass 22 Sep 2020 142,381 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 142,381 miles

All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Sep 2019 140,245 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2018 136,668 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2017 133,634 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2016 129,643 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 125,116 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2014 120,998 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2014 120,998 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 115,916 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2012 112,557 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 108,789 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 103,985 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 98,632 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2008 91,532 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 86,030 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in a clean condition but not affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 22 Sep 2006 76,243 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

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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M555 SLO is a 2000 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2000 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 102,280 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 M555 SLO, 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 26 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 M555 SLO registered?

M555 SLO is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 1 April 2000.

Is M555 SLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M555 SLO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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