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V122 ELU

2000 BMW M5

Grey Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Mar 2023
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

182,991 mi
Last recorded182,991 miles
Recorded on12 Mar 2022
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV122 ELU
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 12 Mar 2022 182,991 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill, Outer (slight corrosion) (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (Outer), slightly corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Feb 2021 174,780 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 170,931 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 166,278 miles

Fuel Pipe/s corroded ()

under trays fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2015 156,652 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 May 2014 152,134 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 22 May 2013 148,623 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2012 141,862 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2011 136,201 miles

front tyres scrubbing on inner edge

Pass 2 Mar 2010 130,424 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 118,579 miles

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

Pass 4 Mar 2008 105,781 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 97,744 miles

Fuel pipe/s corroded

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

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 7 Feb 2006 93,487 miles

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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V122 ELU is a 2000 BMW M5 in Grey with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2000 BMW M5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.7% with a typical mileage of 102,280 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 V122 ELU, 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 26 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 V122 ELU registered?

V122 ELU is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 13 January 2000.

Is V122 ELU safe to buy?

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