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M5 SOY

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

122,402 mi
Last recorded122,402 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 122,402 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 13 Feb 2025 116,887 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2024 113,990 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2023 109,450 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2022 108,241 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 105,432 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 102,107 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2019 102,085 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2018 100,712 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2017 98,952 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 97,591 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2015 95,291 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2013 91,712 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 1 Nov 2012 87,923 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2011 81,772 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2010 75,249 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Nov 2009 66,217 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Nov 2009 66,217 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 62,147 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2008 62,107 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin locking device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar locating pin retaining device missing (2.4.G.3b)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 58,184 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2006 55,027 miles

child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Jun 2005 49,861 miles

small nail in n/s/r tyre

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 SOY is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 SOY, 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 SOY registered?

M5 SOY is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 9 May 2001.

Is M5 SOY safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 SOY shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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