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M5 VCG

2001 BMW M5

Red Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

89,149 mi
Last recorded89,149 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 VCG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 27 Apr 2023 89,149 miles
Pass 5 May 2020 87,767 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2019 86,667 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2014 86,117 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2013 84,539 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 81,647 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 76,223 miles

Front discs corroded on inner edge

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

Pass 14 Jun 2010 71,672 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 65,485 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 56,286 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 46,922 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 39,502 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 38,446 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 VCG is a 2001 BMW M5 in Red with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VCG, 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 VCG registered?

M5 VCG is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 27 March 2001.

Is M5 VCG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 VCG shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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