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M5 DLX

2002 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,136 mi
Last recorded128,136 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 DLX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 128,136 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 128,134 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2022 128,062 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2020 128,055 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 128,053 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 127,365 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 126,673 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 126,652 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2015 125,299 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2014 124,046 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres nearing tread depth warning bars

rear brake pipes lightly coroded

Pass 15 Nov 2013 120,072 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 120,056 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 112,751 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Oct 2011 102,986 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2010 88,567 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 DLX is a 2002 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 M5 DLX, 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

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What year was M5 DLX registered?

M5 DLX is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is M5 DLX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 DLX shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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