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S17 NGP

2001 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

94,948 mi
Last recorded94,948 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW M593,301 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS17 NGP
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 94,948 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2024 94,631 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2023 94,479 miles
Pass 23 Dec 2022 94,215 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 93,976 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2020 93,558 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2019 93,295 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2018 92,868 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2017 92,698 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 91,886 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s + o/s rear tyres approaching legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Dec 2015 91,006 miles

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s+o/s rear tyres approaching legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Oct 2014 89,799 miles

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

Pass 13 Nov 2013 88,303 miles

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

Pass 27 Oct 2012 86,579 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2011 83,414 miles

Rear brake discs corroded

Fail 19 Sep 2011 83,414 miles

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 21 Jan 2011 80,325 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 72,956 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 72,956 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2009 65,476 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 56,713 miles

slight misfire from engine, initial lambda reading of 0.96. After extended test all readings within limits

Pass 9 Jan 2007 45,839 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2007 45,839 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve movement (3.3.A.5)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Dec 2005 33,690 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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S17 NGP is a 2001 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 S17 NGP, 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 S17 NGP registered?

S17 NGP is a 2001 BMW M5, first registered on 27 July 2001.

Is S17 NGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S17 NGP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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