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V33 MRK

2001 BMW 5 Series

Silver Petrol 2494cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Aug 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,642 mi
Last recorded142,642 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 BMW 5 Series106,542 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV33 MRK
MakeBMW
Model5 Series
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,494cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2025 142,642 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 140,776 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2023 137,355 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 135,019 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various points throughout brake line system (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Apr 2020 128,567 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both chassis brake pipes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 7 Apr 2020 128,567 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both chassis brake pipes slight corrosion (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 124,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 6 Feb 2019 124,844 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 120,184 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded to front (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 3 Feb 2017 114,598 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

both chassis pipes slightly corroded

Pass 13 Jan 2016 106,431 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2015 102,784 miles
Fail 27 Jan 2015 102,784 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Pass 4 Feb 2014 94,988 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2012 82,048 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2011 78,875 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 72,142 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 68,889 miles

Front brake pads worn low & discs worn.

Nail in o/s/r tyre.

Rear tyres worn to 2.5mm.

Fail 12 Apr 2008 59,410 miles

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 12 Apr 2008 59,410 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 46,852 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 39,648 miles

How Reliable is the BMW 5 Series?

Based on 944,163 MOT tests across 122,930 vehicles.

80.5%
Pass Rate
8,163
Miles/Year
35
Year Lifespan
122,930
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 25,557
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 14,960
Brake pipe excessively corroded 12,202
parking brake recording little or no effort 7,953
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 7,589
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V33 MRK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series in Silver with a 2,494cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2001 BMW 5 Series models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.9% with a typical mileage of 106,542 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a BMW 5 Series fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 25,557 recorded failures. If you're considering buying V33 MRK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The BMW 5 Series typically stays on UK roads for around 35 years. At 25 years old, this BMW 5 Series is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V33 MRK?

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What year was V33 MRK registered?

V33 MRK is a 2001 BMW 5 Series, first registered on 11 July 2001.

Is V33 MRK safe to buy?

The MOT history for V33 MRK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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