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M5 XVO

1999 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

111,017 mi
Last recorded111,017 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM5 XVO
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2026 111,017 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 109,910 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 109,322 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2020 107,995 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2019 106,450 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2018 102,640 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 98,413 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2016 93,104 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2015 89,105 miles
Fail 30 Oct 2014 84,015 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Oct 2014 84,015 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 17 Oct 2013 78,213 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 75,466 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2012 75,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 75,434 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

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

Offside Inner Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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

Pass 15 Jun 2010 71,492 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 67,869 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2008 63,885 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2007 57,726 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 52,983 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 XVO is a 1999 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 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 XVO, 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 27 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 XVO registered?

M5 XVO is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 23 December 1999.

Is M5 XVO safe to buy?

The MOT history for M5 XVO shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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