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RE02 VEU

2002 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jul 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE02 VEU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025
Pass 5 Jul 2024 99,819 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 99,339 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread cracked (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 May 2022 98,950 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 98,894 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 96,265 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2018 96,121 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high adjuster not working. (4.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded advise prompt attention. ()

Offside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear. (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Apr 2017 94,450 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 94,450 miles

Brake performance not tested caliper stuck on (3.7.A.1)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k) DANGEROUS

Pass 11 Dec 2015 90,490 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 86,853 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2013 81,893 miles

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

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

both front tyres worn on edges

front brake discs in poor condition

Pass 5 Nov 2012 78,664 miles

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

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

both front tyres wearing on edges

Pass 12 Apr 2011 71,593 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2010 67,547 miles
Pass 29 May 2009 66,687 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 60,218 miles
Fail 30 May 2008 60,185 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

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

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

n/s/f foglight not working o/s/f foglight damaged

Pass 11 Apr 2007 45,232 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 35,198 miles

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

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

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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RE02 VEU is a 2002 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 2002 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 79.4% with a typical mileage of 89,103 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 RE02 VEU, 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 24 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 RE02 VEU registered?

RE02 VEU is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is RE02 VEU safe to buy?

The MOT history for RE02 VEU shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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