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RG51 DZE

2001 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Apr 2013
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

149,307 mi
Last recorded149,307 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2012
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG51 DZE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2012 149,307 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 145,237 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

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

Recommend check, clean and adjust parking brake shoes.

Recommend check/adjust tracking.

Pass 2 Feb 2010 141,453 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 27 Feb 2009 136,683 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2008 128,451 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 114,996 miles

slight imbalance on brake front and rear

slight wear in nearside anti roll bar link joint

Pass 28 Feb 2006 96,969 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2006 96,966 miles

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

Suspension arm worn and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

FRONT TYRES WEARING ON INNER AND OUTER EDGES

Fail 7 Dec 2005 94,394 miles

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

registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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

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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RG51 DZE is a 2001 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 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 RG51 DZE, 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 RG51 DZE registered?

RG51 DZE is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 5 September 2001.

Is RG51 DZE safe to buy?

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