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OE51 NBN

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Oct 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

121,710 mi
Last recorded121,710 miles
Recorded on5 Oct 2021
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE51 NBN
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Oct 2021 121,710 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2017 119,204 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2016 116,238 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 111,755 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2015 111,744 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 21 Jun 2014 108,785 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 104,266 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2012 99,636 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 94,384 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 89,981 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 86,632 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 18 Jun 2009 86,251 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 17 Jun 2008 76,640 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2007 66,409 miles

o/s/r wheel is slightly stiff to turn

Pass 27 Jun 2006 58,984 miles

Centre Drag link end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

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

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

Fail 19 Jun 2006 58,470 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front brake discs pitted and worn close to excess

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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OE51 NBN is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 OE51 NBN, 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

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What year was OE51 NBN registered?

OE51 NBN is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 17 December 2001.

Is OE51 NBN safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE51 NBN shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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