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NC51 NSC

2001 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

37,476 mi
Last recorded37,476 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2006
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNC51 NSC
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2006 37,476 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 37,476 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

bonnet catch sticking

o/s washer jet too high

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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NC51 NSC is a 2001 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NC51 NSC, 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 NC51 NSC?

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What year was NC51 NSC registered?

NC51 NSC is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 4 September 2001.

Is NC51 NSC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NC51 NSC shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does NC51 NSC have outstanding finance?

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