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M5 GSU

1999 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

78,632 mi
Last recorded78,632 miles
Recorded on20 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 GSU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Nov 2025 78,632 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2024 77,893 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 77,285 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2022 76,832 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,456 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2020 76,156 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 75,423 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 74,160 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2017 73,468 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2017 72,276 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2016 70,488 miles

full engine and under tray covers fitted

Pass 31 Mar 2014 66,764 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 65,776 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 64,067 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2011 62,348 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 4 Nov 2010 58,729 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2009 54,841 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 50,204 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 45,512 miles

NEARSIDE DOOR MIRROR GLASS FADED IMPAIRING VIEW TO REAR

Fail 14 Nov 2007 45,510 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror seriously deteriorated, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Nov 2006 42,350 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 GSU is a 1999 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 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 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 GSU, 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 27 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 GSU registered?

M5 GSU is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 1 December 1999.

Is M5 GSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 GSU 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.

Does M5 GSU have outstanding finance?

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