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M5 WTG

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

117,389 mi
Last recorded117,389 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Apr 2026 117,389 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2025 117,301 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2023 117,176 miles
Pass 5 May 2022 116,916 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 116,546 miles
Pass 14 May 2020 116,220 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 116,044 miles

Rear n/s o/s rear tyres wearing on inner edges

Pass 30 Apr 2016 115,608 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 114,706 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2014 113,434 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 May 2013 112,371 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 106,779 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2011 105,903 miles
Pass 7 May 2010 104,462 miles

N/S Front brake pad sensor broken off

Pass 18 Apr 2009 103,178 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 3 May 2008 100,214 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 96,580 miles
Pass 3 May 2006 92,674 miles
Pass 12 May 2005 81,417 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.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 WTG is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 WTG, 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

How do I check the history of M5 WTG?

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What year was M5 WTG registered?

M5 WTG is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 11 May 2001.

Is M5 WTG safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 WTG shows 19 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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