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M5 CXG

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Aug 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

142,056 mi
Last recorded142,056 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 CXG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 142,056 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2025 142,041 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Pass 23 Aug 2024 139,910 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 139,906 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play insecure (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2019 139,902 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 138,762 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2017 136,849 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 133,389 miles

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

Pass 8 Oct 2015 129,598 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2015 129,593 miles

Exhaust catalytic converter missing where one was fitted as standard Both (7.1.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid N/s/f & o/s/f (8.2.3)

Registration plate lamp not working N/s/r (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 126,267 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2013 120,185 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 115,282 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 106,507 miles

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

Pass 11 Jun 2010 95,386 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 84,340 miles

Rear Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

both front tyres wearing on edges

surface rust front to rear fuel pipe

Pass 21 Apr 2008 76,569 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2008 76,569 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

nearside front tyre worn to limit

Pass 23 Mar 2007 68,365 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 58,567 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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M5 CXG is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 M5 CXG, 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.

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What year was M5 CXG registered?

M5 CXG is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 June 2001.

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