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M5 FEX

2000 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

142,646 mi
Last recorded142,646 miles
Recorded on30 Jan 2026
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 FEX
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jan 2026 142,646 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2025 142,369 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2024 142,208 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2023 141,362 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2022 140,419 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 139,138 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2020 138,038 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2019 136,167 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2018 134,171 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2016 131,950 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2015 129,903 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 127,827 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 125,922 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2013 125,832 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Feb 2012 112,522 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2011 118,457 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 108,995 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2009 97,073 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 85,391 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 76,924 miles

both rear and offside front tyres have shoulder wear

front brake discs slightly worn

rear differential leaking

Pass 4 Feb 2006 65,757 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 FEX is a 2000 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M5 FEX, 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 M5 FEX registered?

M5 FEX is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is M5 FEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 FEX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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