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R1 WMR

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

130,973 mi
Last recorded130,973 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR1 WMR
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 130,973 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive rear axle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2019 130,626 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Fail 24 Jun 2019 130,615 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end of sill flange too inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced end of sill flange too inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 9 Jul 2018 128,011 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

Pass 7 Jul 2017 122,432 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

Pass 28 Jun 2016 119,456 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

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

rear end of near side sill seam starting too corrode

Pass 8 Jul 2015 115,613 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 112,750 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2013 109,437 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 107,689 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2011 104,169 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 99,332 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2009 96,366 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 93,019 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 83,192 miles

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

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

Pass 31 Mar 2006 74,672 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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R1 WMR 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 93.8%.

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 R1 WMR, 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 R1 WMR registered?

R1 WMR is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 19 November 2001.

Is R1 WMR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R1 WMR shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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