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V2 LJE

1999 BMW M5

Blue Petrol 4941cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2011
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

209,018 mi
Last recorded209,018 miles
Recorded on19 Apr 2010
Typical for 1999 BMW M5101,932 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV2 LJE
MakeBMW
ModelM5
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine4,941cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Apr 2010 209,018 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Apr 2009 201,718 miles

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

o/s wiper blade deteriorated

rear brake pipes rusting

Pass 26 Apr 2008 191,293 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 167,211 miles

Diff oil seal lealing

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 15 Feb 2007 167,211 miles

Diff oil seal lealing

Pass 17 Feb 2006 153,480 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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V2 LJE is a 1999 BMW M5 in Blue with a 4,941cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V2 LJE, 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 V2 LJE registered?

V2 LJE is a 1999 BMW M5, first registered on 25 November 1999.

Is V2 LJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V2 LJE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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