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M5 NTL

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Aug 2020
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

169,305 mi
Last recorded169,305 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2019 169,305 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint has slight play outer ball joint (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Jun 2018 168,706 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Fail 21 May 2018 168,680 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded along sill at rear x 2 (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 May 2017 162,198 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 152,926 miles

Undertrays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside of vehicle

front to rear brake pipes slightly corroded

rear discs slightly corroded

Pass 14 May 2015 141,446 miles
Pass 31 May 2014 134,357 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

rear tyres low

Pass 8 Jun 2013 129,434 miles

front discs very corroded

front tyres worn on edges

n/s/r anti roll bar link ball joint has play

oil leak

rear brake pipes corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2012
Pass 2 Jul 2011 115,619 miles

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

Pass 8 Apr 2010 104,327 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

fuel cap easy to remove not tight but does not leak

Pass 3 Apr 2009 95,088 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2008 92,272 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2006 76,552 miles

Offside Rear Upper Radius arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

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 NTL is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NTL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was M5 NTL registered?

M5 NTL is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is M5 NTL safe to buy?

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