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MU51 WGE

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

59,379 mi
Last recorded59,379 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2023
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMU51 WGE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2023 59,379 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2022 58,988 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 58,136 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2016 57,940 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2015 57,369 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 56,921 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 55,713 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2012 54,380 miles
Pass 12 May 2011 51,891 miles

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

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Pass 8 Dec 2009 48,881 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2009 48,881 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

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

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

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

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

front reg plate cracked

rear reg plate letters starting to distort

Pass 3 Dec 2008 46,481 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Pass 31 Aug 2007 42,277 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2006 38,735 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 38,734 miles

Nearside Rear Torque/reaction arm attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

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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MU51 WGE is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 MU51 WGE, 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.

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What year was MU51 WGE registered?

MU51 WGE is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is MU51 WGE safe to buy?

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