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SL52 AMU

2002 BMW M5

Silver Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Oct 2016
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

114,496 mi
Last recorded114,496 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 BMW M589,103 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL52 AMU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2015 114,496 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2014 108,092 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2014 108,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (1.7.2)

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

Pass 2 Oct 2013 100,622 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 95,094 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 86,959 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 80,102 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 69,695 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 63,448 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 51,713 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 41,092 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2005 27,509 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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SL52 AMU is a 2002 BMW M5 in Silver with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 SL52 AMU, 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

How do I check the history of SL52 AMU?

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What year was SL52 AMU registered?

SL52 AMU is a 2002 BMW M5, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is SL52 AMU safe to buy?

The MOT history for SL52 AMU shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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