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M5 OXT

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,513 mi
Last recorded117,513 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 OXT
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 117,513 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 116,515 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 112,936 miles

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (sill) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

slight oil leak from rear differential

Pass 20 Oct 2016 112,158 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2015 111,645 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2014 110,888 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Oct 2013 108,105 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 104,931 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2011 103,038 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2010 97,449 miles

all tyres wearing on edges

Pass 18 Aug 2009 92,141 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2008 86,111 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 77,090 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 77,090 miles

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 19 Jun 2006 65,527 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2006 65,349 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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 OXT is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 OXT, 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 OXT registered?

M5 OXT is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 18 May 2001.

Is M5 OXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 OXT shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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