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ML02 ZTZ

2002 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

52,952 mi
Last recorded52,952 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML02 ZTZ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 52,952 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2025 52,347 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2023 52,243 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 51,741 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2020 50,988 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2019 48,169 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2018 47,481 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2018 47,465 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 May 2017 47,190 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 46,382 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 45,829 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2014 43,422 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 41,912 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

hand brake shoes binding slightly

Pass 26 Apr 2012 41,216 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 40,456 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2010 39,650 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 38,981 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 37,554 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 35,341 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 31,338 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2006 31,338 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting cracked (2.4.G.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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ML02 ZTZ is a 2002 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

Across all 2002 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 89,103 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 ML02 ZTZ, 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 24 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 ML02 ZTZ registered?

ML02 ZTZ is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is ML02 ZTZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML02 ZTZ shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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