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V188 VKE

2000 BMW M5

Black Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jun 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

78,557 mi
Last recorded78,557 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2025
Typical for 2000 BMW M5102,280 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this BMW
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV188 VKE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year2000
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2025 78,557 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 73,778 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2023 73,778 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 25 Oct 2022 73,762 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2022 73,762 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Sep 2021 72,405 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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V188 VKE is a 2000 BMW M5 in Black with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V188 VKE, 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

How do I check the history of V188 VKE?

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What year was V188 VKE registered?

V188 VKE is a 2000 BMW M5, first registered on 11 January 2000.

Is V188 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V188 VKE shows 6 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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