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RV51 ZHJ

2001 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

89,936 mi
Last recorded89,936 miles
Recorded on2 Jun 2020
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRV51 ZHJ
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Jun 2020 89,936 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2019 87,960 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 11 Jan 2018 81,694 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2016 76,189 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2015 75,510 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2014 73,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Nov 2014 73,938 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 23 Nov 2013 72,022 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 69,154 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Nov 2011 64,405 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2011 64,464 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Nov 2010 61,323 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 4 Nov 2009 57,633 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 3 Nov 2009 57,633 miles

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 6 Dec 2008 51,643 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2007 48,136 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 26 Nov 2007 48,136 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 29 Nov 2006 37,814 miles

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

Pass 18 Jan 2006 24,793 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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RV51 ZHJ is a 2001 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 RV51 ZHJ, 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 RV51 ZHJ registered?

RV51 ZHJ is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 4 December 2001.

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