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M5 PCU

2000 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 May 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

145,517 mi
Last recorded145,517 miles
Recorded on23 May 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 May 2025 145,517 miles
Fail 23 May 2025 145,513 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 144,881 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2022 144,781 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2021 144,102 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2019 142,993 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2019 142,978 miles

Driver's airbag obviously inoperative (7.1.5 (c))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 141,116 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 138,500 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 138,499 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 29 May 2016 134,657 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 131,944 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 128,074 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2011 123,333 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 119,380 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2010 119,307 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Feb 2009 115,300 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 1 Mar 2008 111,346 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 105,181 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 99,024 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 PCU is a 2000 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 PCU, 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 PCU registered?

M5 PCU is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 1 March 2000.

Is M5 PCU safe to buy?

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