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T972 KRH

1999 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,379 mi
Last recorded95,379 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT972 KRH
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 95,379 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2025 95,379 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 95,357 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested pipes corroded (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fuel Pipe/s corroded heavily rusted ()

Pass 2 Nov 2022 94,699 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 93,770 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 92,934 miles

various brake pipes corroded

Pass 28 Jun 2019 92,743 miles

front to rear brake pipes corroded in places

offside front brake pipe corroded

Pass 4 Jun 2018 92,375 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Jacking points slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

n/s/f antiroll bar link dust cover poor condition (upper)

Pass 9 May 2017 92,200 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016

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)

Pass 12 Mar 2015

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Jun 2013
Pass 1 Nov 2011 90,915 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2010 90,219 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2009 87,226 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2008
Pass 27 Sep 2007 70,195 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 59,285 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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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T972 KRH is a 1999 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1999 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.8% with a typical mileage of 101,932 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 T972 KRH, 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 27 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 T972 KRH registered?

T972 KRH is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T972 KRH safe to buy?

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