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R2 KJG

1999 BMW M5

Green Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2016
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

147,506 mi
Last recorded147,506 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2015
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR2 KJG
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2015 147,506 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Fuel pipe slightly chafed (7.2.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Apr 2010 133,837 miles

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside front anti-roll bar link dust cover split

offside front tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 2 Apr 2009 127,766 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

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

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 23 Oct 2007 119,903 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 114,268 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2006 114,227 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

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

Nearside Rear 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)

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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R2 KJG is a 1999 BMW M5 in Green with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 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 R2 KJG, 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 27 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 R2 KJG registered?

R2 KJG is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is R2 KJG safe to buy?

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